Shelly Lott

Currently working in the IT field, Shelly is interested in technology, minimalism and frugality. When not working, she enjoys reading, writing and walking.

More posts by Shelly Lott

Is Your Old Router a Security Risk? Internet March 10th, 2022

Most of us have a wireless router in our homes. We tend to set them up and then forget about…

12 Keys To Keeping Your Home Wi-Fi Network Safe and Secure Mobile & Electronics February 18th, 2022

Many people buy a wireless router, bring it home, plug it in, connect it -- and then forget about their…

5 Tips From a Minimalist That Can Save You a Lot of Money Save Money January 27th, 2022

It isn't too hard to understand how being a minimalist can save you money. Minimalists own less and buy less.…

How To Avoid Common Social Security Scams Scams & Rip-Offs January 11th, 2022

Social Security scams are a major issue and can be extremely dangerous for your wallet. How common is it? AARP…

How To View, Print and Save Your Amazon Receipts Shopping & Retail November 16th, 2021

Each time you place an order on Amazon, an invoice for that order is created. Amazon makes it very easy…

Top 13 Tips To Avoid Internet Scams Internet November 10th, 2021

The internet is part of our daily life. We use it for entertainment, work, education, shopping and much more. And…

7 Free Resources To Help People 50+ Find Jobs Jobs October 28th, 2021

Even near retirement age, many adults stay or return to the workforce for a variety of reasons from staying busy…

4 Things To Consider Before You Buy a New Cell Phone Cell Phones October 28th, 2021

Companies like Apple, Google and Samsung are constantly working to improve and innovate cell phones. They often hold annual events…

14 Free and Easy Ways To Learn More About Technology Save Money October 8th, 2021

According to the Pew Research Center, 85% of U.S. adults now own a smartphone. This statistic is not surprising. The…

6 Free Ways To Speed Up Your Cell Phone Cell Phones September 23rd, 2021

A common complaint among smartphone users is that their phones have slowed down; they say it takes "forever" to open…

10 Free Computer Programs To Replace Expensive Alternatives Save Money September 6th, 2021

Why pay for something when you can get it for free? At home and at work, I use many free…

5 Free Organizing Tips for Your Home Save Money August 20th, 2021

I am a frugal minimalist, so I'm always looking for ways to organize, declutter and save money. Several years ago…

6 Keys To Getting Great Customer Support Every Time Mobile & Electronics June 25th, 2021

When you call a company for customer support— especially technical support— it pays to be prepared. How To Get the…

17 Ways To Eat Healthy on a Budget Health April 27th, 2021

Eating healthy can be expensive. In fact, a compilation of 27 studies from 10 countries discovered that food for a…

How To Store Your Important Financial Documents Online Money & Credit April 14th, 2021

There are many reasons people choose to digitize their documents. Having digital copies allows you to find files quickly and…

How To Speed Up a Slow Computer for Free Mobile & Electronics March 16th, 2021

One of the most common complaints computer users have is that, over time, their computers become slower. The machines start…

11 Tips to Keep Your Cell Phone Safe Cell Phones February 15th, 2021

From apps to contacts to accounts and more, our phones contain so much personal information. Have you ever thought about…

4 Free Alternatives to Microsoft Office Save Money January 14th, 2021

Why pay for something when you can get it for free? Microsoft Office is a popular office program, but it…