Great news on junk fees, especially when buying concert tickets and booking travel online. New rules will simplify comparison shopping online. Also, AI has shown its potential to be very helpful in many ways. Unfortunately, it’s being used for more sinister purposes that you need to know about.  

• Junk Fee Transparency: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• Beware AI Fakes: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show

• What you see is what you’ll pay: New law bans ‘junk’ fees on hotel bills, concert tickets, etc.
• ‘Spending Money to Get Nothing’: The Latest on Resort Fees
• Opt Out of T-Mobile’s Upcoming Plan Migration Using These Steps
• T-Mobile’s Forced Plan Migration: How To Opt Out
• Auto Europe® Car Rentals - Official Site
• Tom Hanks Warns of Dental Ad Using A.I. Version of Him
• [The Washington Post] AI voice clones mimic politicians and celebrities, reshaping reality
• What Is Umbrella Insurance and Do You Need It?
• What Are Index Funds?
• Ask Clark: What Is a Backdoor Roth IRA?

Clark.com resources

• Episode transcripts
• Community.Clark.com
• Clark.com daily money newsletter
• Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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