Tag: insurance

The $55K FaceTime car scam

Even smart shoppers can get taken; here’s how to make sure you don’t.

Read this before your laptop or e-bike becomes fireworks

Maybe this photo is a little bit dramatic. BUT, electronics are exploding.  Everything from your phone to your e-bike runs on lithium-ion. While batteries are small energy wonders, they’re also tiny explosives just begging for an excuse to ruin your day. Or your house. Or your entire block. As temps rise, so does the risk, […]

Insurance rates rising, here’s what you can do

My car insurance just jumped 32%. No, I didn’t get into an accident or rack up a few speeding tickets. Since 2020, car insurance rates have skyrocketed by 37%, and in 2024 alone, they climbed another 16.5%. Some states saw hikes of over 50%! Even if your ride isn’t fresh off the lot, you’re paying […]

Delete these snoopy Chrome browser extensions

Browser extensions can collect as much or more as snoopy phone apps. Here are a few that are collecting way too much info.

Sky-high car insurance rates? Blame it on all the tech in our cars

Clever ways to save money on car insurance.

5 hidden fees costing your small business money

Money-saving tips for your small business.

The truth behind smart driving programs and what they track

I’ll break down exactly what insurers collect — and how they use that data.

Need some extra cash? 15 jobs you can do from home

How much can you earn from home? Some of the salaries on this list may surprise you. Many jobs require no previous experience.

Your data: It’s all posted online – But there’s a simple way to remove it

A loyal reader, Racquel, emailed me recently after dealing with a very angry customer at work.

Best free home inventory apps to rule the roost in style

A homeowner’s work is never done, but these useful home inventory tools can help you cross off everything on your checklist.

Here are the top 10 skills you need to land a job now

Employers are looking into more practical skills, such as communication and empathy. Here are 10 skills to help you land the job you want.