Transformational shifts are underway in how we buy and own homes.. There\u2019s a home improvement boom in progress around the country, but timing is everything. Get Clark smart about when to renovate and how to choose a contractor.\xa0And - Now hear this! The average price of hearing aids in the U.S. is around $2700, compared to $200 in the rest of the world. The long awaited end of this pricing cartel will bring both opportunity and some pitfalls over the next few weeks.\n\nHome Renovation: Segment 1\n\nAsk Clark: Segment 2\n\nThe Arrival of OTC Hearing Aids: Segment 3\n\nAsk Clark: Segment 4\n\n\nMentioned on the show:\n\n6 Tips for Hiring a Contractor\n\nLeaving an apartment? Here's how to avoid those move-out charges\n\nHearing Aids Will Soon Be Sold Over The Counter\n\nFollow these 5 steps to prevent a hotel bed bug attack\n\nMajor Tax-Reporting Change for Users of Venmo, PayPal and Others\n\n\nClark.com resources\n\nEpisode transcripts\n\nClark.com daily money newsletter\n\n\nConsumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275\n\n\nLearn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices