The year 2020 provided a high-intensity crash course in online strategies for business owners, from social media marketing to the ins and outs of ecommerce. And because the trend is expected to stick around post-pandemic, you might want to double-check this often overlooked feature: Is your website mobile-friendly? The website Statista reported that mobile devices account … [Read more...] about Is your website mobile-friendly?
How to curb robocalls
Robocalls spiked during the pandemic last year, and scammers made off with a shocking $19.7 billion from scam calls in 2020. They used COVID-19 to deceive people in texts and phone calls, using treatments, financial relief, free testing and the like as their bait.Even if you haven't been scammed, these calls are nonetheless annoying. So here are a handful of ways to curb the … [Read more...] about How to curb robocalls
How tech makes real estate easier
If your real estate agent flipped through a printed copy of the Multiple Listing Service the last time you bought or sold a house, you might be surprised at how things have changed. Namely, advances in technology have completely upended the market.Consider this: Most potential buyers have already done a virtual walk-through of a property before ever setting foot in the house. … [Read more...] about How tech makes real estate easier
Tips for quieting a barking dog,
The Humane Society of Denver says a barking dog can cause neighborhood disputes and violations of animal control ordinances. If your dog's barking has created neighborhood tension, it's a good idea to discuss the problem with your neighbors and tell them you are taking steps to eliminate it.Determine when and for how long your dog barks, and what's causing him to bark. Is he … [Read more...] about Tips for quieting a barking dog,
Vacation spots for seniors
These days, airplane travel is both complicated and uncomfortable. But if you endure the travel, the destination can be great. Here are some destinations that won't force you into quarantines by foreign governments, and all of them have the added bonus of being senior-friendly:* Key West. A sunny, dreamy locale with lots of comfy places and things to do. Check out airbnb.com, … [Read more...] about Vacation spots for seniors