SEATTLE, WA. — The Fourth of July weekend is almost here, and many families are eyeing road trips this summer. The good news is planning ahead can help avoid common road trip pitfalls.

KOMO News Anchor Holly Menino spoke with personal finance expert and host of “Stacking Benjamins” Joe Saul-Sehy to talk about why road trips are increasing in popularity, how individuals can protect their vehicles, and ways to steer clear from overspending on food, gas, and hotels, and other expenses during trips.

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