07.08.24 USAA Customer No-Service / Full Commission Brokerages

Today, Clark discusses USAA concerning the terrible customer-no-service we are hearing about in every area of their business - and the fraud going on from bank hackers in general. There are steps you can take to better secure your financial accounts. Also, doing business with a big broker does not mean you are going to have big cash returns. Clark explains full commission vs discount brokers. 

• USAA & Bank Hacking: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• Brokerage Choice & Fiduciaries: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

• Military and Veterans Guide: Free Resources for Your Finances
• USAA members say the bank is doing little to stop hackers
• ‘It's just a nightmare’: More and more USAA members who lost thousands of dollars are sharing stories of fraud
• USAA: 10 Things To Know Before You Get an Auto Policy
• AI Is Helping Scammers Outsmart You—and Your Bank
• How secure are banking apps? Here are some key steps all banks – and users – should be following — The Conversation
• A Hacker Tried and Failed To Get Into My Account. Now What?
• How To Open a Roth IRA
• Target Date Funds: Clark's Favorite Retirement Investment
• Morgan Stanley Sued Over Paltry Rate It Pays on Client Cash
• Best Investment Companies for Investors in 2024
• Why Big Banks Are a Bad Place for Your Cash
• What Is a Fiduciary Financial Advisor and Do I Need One?
• How To Find and Choose a Financial Advisor
• Wealthfront Review: How It Works, Pros & Cons
• 5 Best Robo-Advisors in 2024
• Credit Karma Review: Free Credit Score and More at Your Fingertips

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