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What to do if you’re affected by the LastPass hack
Heard about the LastPass hack, but not sure what to do? Our guide spells it out for you!
The Best N95 Masks and How to Use Them
Whether you’re concerned about sawdust, COVID, or the next pandemic on the horizon (bird flu, anyone?), it pays to have a few boxes of quality N95 masks around. But what good are masks if you don’t know how to use them properly? Turns out, it’s actually not so simple. So read up and stock up!
182 Easy Tips to Save Money
Whether you’re looking to free up money for a rainy day, retirement, or even financial independence, these tips are a great starting point for learning how to save!
4 Tips to Prevent Package Theft
Tired of getting your packages stolen off your porch? Try out these tips!
Best No-Fee Cash Back Rewards Credit Cards in 2023
Looking for a handful of fairly simple cashback rewards credit cards that will get you tons of rewards for minimal effort, all without any annual fees? This is the article for you!
Stop using security questions!
Yep, it’s true: despite the name, security questions are NOT secure. They’re anything but.
Does it matter if you buy stock in an evil company?
Do I help a company by buying their stock? Or does it even matter?
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If you’ve never considered the humble electric scooter before, consider it now! Scooting is a super fun and convenient way to travel short distances. And lucky for you, I’ve already found the best ones!
What to Do With Your Money: The Big Flowchart
In our previous articles, we’ve talked about planning for retirement at a high level, as well as specific tips for spending less. But you still need to know specifically what to do with your unspent money, and that’s what this…
Retirement 101
Not sure how retirement works? No idea what a 401(k) is? We’ll teach you all the basics of both retirement and even early retirement!
7 Tips to Save Money on Groceries
These 7 tips will help you learn how to save money on groceries without sacrificing quality.
Time-Saving Tips for Home Cooking
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How to Save Money on Your Car
From buying, to repairs, to insurance, there’s tons of ways to save money on car ownership.
Your Quarter Million Dollar Car: The Real Cost of Car Ownership
My $18,000 car would have cost me $250,000 over its lifetime. Here’s how it can cost so much, and why I decided to go car-free.
Roommates are for Everyone
Living with roommates isn’t just for college students or those who can’t afford to live on their own. It can be a wonderful experience that can save you money and enrich your life!
Do Masks Work Against COVID-19? Yes and No
Masks can actually work great in certain circumstances, but at the same time, they are not a magic bullet.
How to Pack Like a Rock Star
Do you always seem to forget at least one random item every single trip? No longer! Learn how to pack perfectly every time with this simple system.
“How to not get hacked” 102: Even more simple tips to protect yourself
More simple tips on how to protect yourself online!
How to Not Lose All of Your Data: Backups for Beginners
What would you do if you suddenly lost all of the photos you’ve taken in the past 20 years? Or perhaps your term paper that’s due tomorrow? Learn how to prevent all that with backups!
“How to Not Get Hacked” 101: 5 Simple Tips to Protect Yourself
What does it mean to get hacked? Could it really happen to you? And what can you do to prevent it?
You’re Probably a Bad Driver
Yes, you. Even if you’ve never been in an accident. Even if you’re smart. Even if you’re me! Because you (and me, and most everyone else) makes bad decisions on a regular basis.
Is Insurance a Rip-off?
A great question, and the answer is one of my personal favorites: it depends.
How to Pick a Solar Generator System
Interested in solar generators, but not sure where to start? We get into the nitty-gritty and show you how to figure out what you need.
Introduction to Credit Cards: Free Money?
Credit cards are NOT evil. They are a tool. Just like a knife, you can cut yourself if you don’t know what you’re doing, but in the right hands, they are incredibly powerful. Learn how to get cash back rewards!
Intro to Generators and Solar Panels
Whether you’re concerned about power outages or just need some juice for camping or tailgating, there are lots of options for every situation!
Preparing for Blackouts
Do you know what to do in a power outage? What if it lasts days, or even weeks? What if it’s not just your house, but your whole city? Learn how to be safe without power!
Healthcare 103: How to Pick a Health Insurance Plan
When it comes to health insurance, you have options. And every single one has totally different numbers! How can one possibly compare all the different plans available? In this article, we’ll guide you through several steps that will allow you…
Healthcare 102: Health Insurance Options in the US
America’s healthcare system sucks. Everyone knows it. But what most people don’t know is how to navigate it. That’s what I’m here to help with! In this article, we’re going to talk about where to even look for health insurance.
Building a Winter Weather Kit for Your Car
For those used to extreme winter weather, a lot of these tips may seem like common sense. But for those who aren’t, taking a few minutes to build your kit could save your life.
Healthcare 101: Premium? Deductible? Copay? What does it all mean?
Sometimes it seems like health insurance plans are designed to confuse you, just so that they can trick you into buying a terrible plan. Don’t fall for it! Instead, learn the lingo and get a health insurance plan that actually…
How to not get scammed
Out in the real world, you’d be called paranoid if you thought that everyone was out to get you. But on the Internet, it’s true: everyone really IS out to get you. Here’s what to do about it.
Should you use a password manager?
The answer is yes. That is all. No need to read any further.
Or is there?
Security Cameras 103: Camera placement
So you’ve bought a camera or two, and now you’re wondering what to do next? Getting the right camera is important, of course, but perhaps even more important is finding a good place to put it. Even the best camera…
Security Cameras 102: Basic buying guide
Questions to ask before buying a camera: Before dropping thousands of dollars on a camera system, it pays to ask yourself a few questions about what you need and whether the cameras you’re looking at will meet those needs, such…
Security Camera Review: Wyze Cam v3
Wyze has been making a name for itself in recent years by releasing highly-featured security cameras (among other smart devices) at surprisingly low costs (generally under $40). In this case, we’ll take a look at their most recent camera (as…
Security Cameras 101: Where to start
Let’s go over the basics real quick about what security cameras are for, the basic types of security cameras, and whether you need some. What are security cameras for? Quite a lot, actually! Even though cameras are often limited in…
Home Security 103: Basic security habits
Even easier on the wallet than the last set of tips were, most of these tips are free! That’s because they’re all about your behavior. After all, it doesn’t matter how expensive your locks are if you leave the door…
Home Security 102: Basic physical security
We’ll go through the basics here to help you figure out how to improve your home’s security with the least effort and cost. These are tips that will apply to most people in most situations, and everyone should seriously consider…
Home Security 101: Where do I even start?
What is “home security” and why should I care? We’ll define home security here to include all measures taken to preserve the safety, belongings, and peace-of-mind of a home’s occupants from anyone who is not welcome on the premises. As for why…
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