(Apartment Prepper) With all the uncertainty and daily doses of bad news, more people are becoming interested in preparing for hard times. At the same time, people are feeling very stretched financially, with high gas prices, and inflation affecting food prices while wages remain stagnant. How would you even begin to prep when you feel you have no extra money?
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Are Food Riots Coming to the U.S.?
(Bernie Carr) Just a quick post today, as I share interesting information I have come across.
Rents are Sky High: How to Save Money on Rent
(Bernie Carr) U.S. rent prices are increasing at the highest pace seen in decades and are expected to rise even more this year. I experienced a substantial rent increase last year and I am worried about what it will look like this year. People are already struggling with high inflation, and an increase in rent may be un-affordable for many apartment dwellers.
How Savvy Preppers Can Leverage Solar Power
(Shannon Flynn) People are considering the benefits of prepping, whether it’s for a natural disaster, government shutdown, future pandemic or some other catastrophic event.
Bugging Out Tips for Seniors
(Bernie Carr) After posting about preparedness tips for seniors, I received a reader question regarding bugging out for seniors in an emergency and they don’t have anyone to assist them. There are many considerations that would go into a decision about bugging out. I also enlisted some help from a couple of Facebook groups – thanks to everyone who responded for the helpful advice; you know who you are.
Skills You Can Barter According to the Author of Prepper’s Guide to Wealth
(Bernie Carr) During difficult economic times, it becomes harder to decide where one should invest to avoid losses, as the stock market and other investments such as cryptocurrency are very volatile.
Gas Prices are Soaring: Ways to Save Money on Gas
(Bernie Carr) Gas prices are rising again, and it’s getting really hard to find extra money to cover the higher cost. I get a sick feeling in my stomach having to pay ever increasing prices to fill the tank.
Think Before You Scan: Avoid Getting Scammed by QR Codes
(Bernie Carr) Just a quick post today, as I wanted to share this information to help you avoid getting scammed. You know those QR codes that have become so common? Well, cyber-crooks are now using them to scam people out of personal and financial information.
How to Avoid Being Randomly Attacked
(Bernie Carr) There seem to be more and more random attacks occurring lately, especially in large cities. Many of the victims of these brutal attacks are women who are just going about their day.
Are You Being Stalked via High Tech Devices?
(Bernie Carr) Just a quick post today as I share topics that caught my interest. Car thieves are using Apple AirTags and other locating devices to follow people home and rob them.
10 Tips on How to Prepare for Hyperinflation
(Bernie Carr) We’ve been seeing higher prices these past couple of months. So it’s no surprise to hear that the key inflation gauge has risen to it’s highest level in 40 years:
Tips on How to Prepare for Disasters for Seniors
(Bernie Carr) Not too long ago, my Dad, who is in his 80s, had a power outage at his home during a storm. He’s always been concerned about being prepared for emergencies so he does have power outage supplies. But being elderly, it would take him a while to get to the emergency kit, especially in the dark. Fortunately, my brother was with him when the power outage occurred and he helped gather up the flashlights. Being elderly, it normally would have take him a while to get to the emergency kit. The power outage lasted for a couple of hours. This got me thinking about prepping needs for seniors.
10 Items You Should Start Reusing to Save Money
(Bernie Carr) Everything is has gotten so expensive lately so I am trying to find more ways to save money. Even though I already consider myself frugal, there is always room for improvement. I recently started reusing some items I would have previously thrown away. Here is a list 10 items:
5 Ways You Can Combat Morning Anxiety
(Kendra Beckley) It’s easy to let your busy schedule cause you to feel anxious right as you are starting your day. Worrying about all the tasks you need to complete is normal, but it results in unnecessary stress. This is a huge reason as to why many of us aren’t morning people. Though it’s challenging, there are ways to work around these overwhelming feelings. Here are five ways that can help you combat your morning anxiety.
10 Italian Recipes to Preserve Your Vegetables Using Vinegar
(Kyt Lyn Walken) Nutrition is the real cornerstone of our future. We are all aware that we are what we eat. Having good health allows us to give our very best, both from a physical both from a psychological perspective.