Using technology to help make your life safer and more accessible. Topics include home security, cell phones, library & travel apps, hot spots, road tripper apps, receipt tracking, banking, etc.
When considering purchasing a medical alert system for yourself or a loved one, you may feel overwhelmed by the number of medical alert companies offering systems and the various options you have to choose from. I started researching medical alert systems a few months ago for my elderly mom and made the mistake of not…
As a snowbird, you travel between homes in different regions in the country (or between countries) at least a few times each year. You probably also take plenty of local “road trips” too. Did you know there are many great travel apps you can take advantage of when you’re on the go? These mobile apps…
When you think about leaving your home for an extended period of time, you have plenty of “to-do” lists to check off. While it would be nice to just pack your bags, lock your door, and head to your next destination, smart snowbirds know you need to do more to protect the home you’re leaving…
Every month when you see your cell phone bill, you wonder if you should change carriers to save money. You know there are more economical options. But you also wonder if a cheaper plan means dropped calls, missing text messages, slow data, and lousy customer service. You really want a frugal cell phone plan that…
Practical tips for snowbirds, full-time travelers, and remote workers for receiving mail and packages A challenge people who travel full-time or have homes in two different states face is receiving mail and packages. Mail delivery while traveling or “snowbirding” for an extended time can be tricky. Many don’t realize all the options they have to get…
[It’s a convenient solution for remote workers and wanderlusters too.] With remote working opportunities increasing and Baby Boomer (and some Gen X) retirements accelerating rapidly, many people are choosing to travel more, only returning to their home base occasionally. “Snowbirds” used to be a term to describe retirees who left their primary homes in the…
When you leave for an extended period, you need to make plans to protect your home and property. It’s hard to relax and enjoy your time away if you’re constantly wondering if your house and its contents are safe. Pipes burst, homes get broken into, and small critters find ways to take up residence in…