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The Clark Howard Podcast

07.31.24 Avoid Getting Ripped Off! How To Buy Alarm Systems And Eyeglasses

The Clark Howard Podcast

Clark Howard

Business, Investing, Entrepreneurship

4.65.2K Ratings

🗓️ 31 July 2024

⏱️ 37 minutes

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Summary

In today’s show - more Americans are installing alarm systems to help them not only feel safe from crime, but also for protection in a fire. The alarm business has been rife with long term contracts and high monthly costs. Clark tells you how to get a deal with the same safety. Another area where costs vary wildly is prescription eyeglasses. There's a new rule that makes it even easier to get your glasses at a deep discount.  Home Security Systems: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 The Eyeglass Rule: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: How to Avoid Getting Ripped Off by an Alarm Company Your Guide to DIY Home Security Systems Home Security System Ratings & Reviews How to change your name and what government agencies to notify Best Online Will Maker: 5 Free or Cheap Options What Is a Personal Loan and Should You Get One? Eyeglass Rule updates: What they mean for you The Best Places To Buy Eyeglasses Are Indexed Universal Life Insurance Policies a Good Option or a Scam? Term Life vs. Whole Life Insurance: Understanding the Difference How To Buy Term Life Insurance in 7 Easy Steps How To Open a Roth IRA 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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0:26.0

We're mostly going to make enemies with Disney.

0:28.0

And make a lot of jokes at Hughes expense.

0:30.0

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0:31.0

I'm too bad.

0:32.0

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0:37.1

tights and act like it's not a giant cultural cry for help.

0:40.7

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0:43.0

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0:48.0

in Cinemas Thursday July 25th. you to make better financial decisions in your life and in today's show as you

1:08.8

maybe move or you want to feel more safe.

1:13.2

Maybe there's been an ugly crime in your area

1:16.2

or your neighborhood, and you're thinking,

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