06.01.22 Payroll Advances: Perils & Alternatives / Update: Robocalls & Messaging Scams

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 Mentioned on the show: How to Find and Claim Missing Money in Your Name 23 Ways To Save Money on Gas A Simple Way To Help Your Kid Build Credit How Does Afterpay Work? Why 'Buy Now, Pay Later' Worries Clark Howard Clark.com resources Episode transcripts 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