06.11.24 Technology Vs Privacy / How To Deal With Hospital Bills

Various devices we use in our lives from alarm systems to fitness trackers - collect personal data. Clark discusses how to balance protecting your privacy with utilizing modern technology. Also today, huge bills that arrive after a hospitalization are often far from accurate. Clark shares strategies for dealing with these, and potentially lowering the costs. 

• Technology Vs Privacy: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• Medical Bills: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

• Do you really own the digital items you paid for?
• When companies share your personal information without your permission
• Why Walmart bought TV-maker Vizio for $2.3 billion - Axios
• F.S.A. vs. H.S.A.: What to Know About the Accounts That Pay Medical Costs
• Where Should I Set Up My Health Savings Account (HSA)?
• Are you confronting a big medical bill? Attack it with a plan — and these tips
• How to Deal With Medical Debt - Clark.com
• Can a Patient Advocate Help With Your Medical Bills?
• Unlimited Plans Comparison: T-Mobile vs. AT&T vs. Verizon
• Automatic Bill Pay: How It Works and How To Do It Safely
• My Cable Company Is Raising Prices Unless I Enroll in Auto-Pay. Is It Safe?
• Airlines you can book using Avios: How to maximize your points
• Point.me /// Going™ | Formerly Scott's Cheap Flights
• How To Choose the Best Charities for Your Donations

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