The internet is good at coming up with all kinds of acronyms to confuse us. The IoT is just one of the latest acronyms to hit the internet. Don’t feel like a failure because you don’t know what it is. I didn’t know what it was either until I looked it up.What is the IoT?The IoT stands for the Internet of Things. Seems kind of silly at first glance. Isn’t that what the internet already is?Well, yes and no.The internet is full of things, but not actual things. It’s full of information. I… Read more →

Nothing beats a home security system when it comes to keeping your property safe. Having one can even lower your homeowner’s insurance. But, that’s not all a home alarm system can do.It can actually save your life.Decrease the likelihood of a violent burglaryMany burglars are on the hunt for an easy job. They’re just looking to make a quick buck, which means burglarizing your house when you’re away from home. As devastating as coming home to your house in shambles can be, it doesn’t shine a … Read more →

The cost of taking care of the elderly is increasing every year. These costs are only going to continue rising as the elderly population doubles by 2050. That means more people are going to need care, and it’s going to cost a lot to provide them with that care.If you have aging parents, one solution is to care for them yourself. Even caring for mom or dad on a part-time basis can help you save money while enabling you to savor every moment that you have left together. But, are you ready for the job?Un… Read more →

There’s nothing like being lulled into a false sense of security. Thinking that your grandma will always live down the street, only to discover that she’s moving to Florida to live the good life. Automatic lights that are supposed to help save you energy, but end up flicking off when you spend too much time at your desk. Life is full of little disappointments, but some are more serious than others.Safety is a huge thing for us here at InHomeSafetyGuide. We know the feeling of thinking that our parents w… Read more →

Maybe you’re getting ready to sign the lease on a new apartment and you need to look up your Social Security number. Maybe your new employer wants to see your card. Or maybe you’re applying for a passport. You reach into your wallet and it’s not there. Maybe you know it’s not there because your wallet was stolen. Maybe it’s not there because you swore you put it there but…It doesn’t really matter why or how — your Social Security card is gone. What do you do now?Panic!!!I know that would… Read more →