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04.24.23 Two Mortgage Warnings / Clark’s NEVER NEVER Advance Deposit Rule

One of the biggest financial decisions in life is the purchase of a home. Clark has warnings about 2 trends that can be perilous in the long run for home buyers. Also on today’s episode, the recent shuttering of David’s Bridal stores points to a bigger concern: How to handle making an advance deposit on a future purchase. Clark has an important “NEVER NEVER NEVER NOT EVER” rule, to protect your money.

2 Mortgage Warnings: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Advance Deposit Rule: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

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