04.08.24 House Theft Via Squatters & Fraud / The Truth About Credit Card Rewards

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Clark Howard

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🗓️ 8 April 2024

⏱️ 34 minutes

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Much in the news lately - houses overtaken by squatters, or stolen through title theft. Clark discusses which homes are most vulnerable and what to be aware of as a homeowner. Also today, why credit card rewards are not always worth it. Clark discusses how reward cards work, and what it takes to reap the benefits. Anti-Squatter Statutes: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Credit Card Rewards: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: How to Protect Your Home From Deed Theft New York Post: NYC couple are sued by squatters who allegedly took over their $930K investment home and won’t leave: ‘It’s absolutely absurd’ Home Title Lock: Is It the Same As Home Title Insurance? How To Protect Your Home From Being Stolen by Squatters Are Indexed Universal Life Insurance Policies a Good Option or a Scam? Why You Should Never Mail a Check The deceptive math of credit card rewards: Spending for points doesn't always make sense - USA TODAY Clark.com - Credit Cards Should You Ever Book a Nonrefundable Hotel Room? BBB-File a Complaint 7 Rules for Buying a Cheap Car With Cash Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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