Tag: upgrades

You’re paying for stuff that’s actually free. Here’s how to stop.

Americans waste over $1,000 a year paying for services and tools that are completely free. Here’s what to cancel today.

Smart ways to kick off 2026

Fitness, self-care and organization upgrades your year needs.

After-Christmas steals: Up to 55% off my top 10 picks

Didn’t get what you wanted? Now’s your chance.

$100 million stolen from the Louvre: The hack was Windows XP

Robbers didn’t defeat the Louvre alone. Outdated Windows and a password called “LOUVRE” helped.

Holiday-ready home upgrades

I know you like to save money and think of me as your secret elf. Consider this your cheat sheet to a cozy, stress-free season. ✨ Dyson V9 cordless vacuum (55% off) Suck it, dust bunnies. Tackles carpets, hard floors, and converts to a handheld in seconds. I love to vacuum but only with this […]

Kim’s 25 top Labor Day deals

You know I can’t resist a good sale. Amazon’s Labor Day best weekend deals are finally here, and I did some digging so you don’t have to.  Here’s a link to everything on sale, if you want to explore. Have fun! 😋 Slice, dice and everything nice 🤖 Tech these out 🧼 Secret weapons for […]

Cheap ways to make your old tech better

Reading this on a 6-year-old iPhone 11? It’s well past the average smartphone lifespan of 2.5 years … and I’m impressed you’ve hung onto it this long. Btw, Apple typically provides iOS updates for five to six years after a model’s release.  Upgrading your laptop or smartphone is inevitable. But wait before you throw out […]

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

Clever ways to save money on car insurance.

Fix your website! 4 ways to get more people to your site using SEO

This tip will help you master content creation, meta tags, page speed, mobile responsiveness and more website optimization strategies.

Small-biz tip: Don’t overlook this digital danger

Don’t leave your business vulnerable to cyberattacks. Poor offboarding practices can put your cybersecurity at risk, so follow these steps.

Why you can’t access some sites while you’re on a VPN and what to do

Here’s what to do when a VPN stops site access.

Hiring or looking for a job? Upgrade your LinkedIn profile to stand out

LinkedIn tips to find your next superstar employee.

Reader question: ‘What can I use instead of QuickBooks?’

Best software to keep track of your small business finances.

3 security steps every small business needs to take right now

Small business security tips to protect you, your employees and your data from cybercriminals.

Small business owners: Simplify your life with one financial tool that does it all

If you run a business, you need the right software. We found the best solution.

How to deal with a cyberstalker

More victims of cyberstalking are reaching out to me for advice.

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.

Run a small business? Follow this end-of-the-year checklist before 2022 ends

The new year is just around the corner. Set yourself up for success with this small business checklist for 2023.

Budgeting tip: An easy way to slash your monthly charges

Before you know it, you might be spending hundreds of dollars a year on services you may or may not be using.

Don’t make the same mistake that cost me $90K

I’m sharing a mistake I made years ago that I’ll never repeat. It cost me a lot.