06.01.22 Payroll Advances: Perils & Alternatives / Update: Robocalls & Messaging Scams
By Clark Howard
01/06/22·28m 53s
Employers have outsourced companies to handle pay advances, many of which charge junk fees. Dave is a payroll advance company that asks for voluntary tips, equivalent to paying interest. These advances can lead to a deficit spending habit. Clark offers a better way. Also, the fight to limit robocalls is showing signs of working, so scammers are moving to messaging to get at your money. What to look out for.
Perils of Payroll Advances: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Robocalls & Messaging Scams: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
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