Kimberly Alt

Kimberly is our home security expert and has been writing about security and safety since 2013, covering everything from security systems and home automation to identity theft protection, home warranties, medical alert systems, and more. She has personally tested hundreds of system components and interfaced with dozens of home security companies to find out what’s happening behind the scenes. Her work has appeared in many notable brands, including The New York Times' Wirecutter, Reader's Digest, Forbes, People, Woman's World, and Huffington Post. In 2018, she had her first child, which opened up a whole new avenue of security experience with baby gear. She wanted to purchase the safest items for her family. Kimberly received her Bachelor of Arts in multimedia journalism from Simpson College. Her natural curiosity helps her research as she seeks the truth when learning about, comparing, and personally testing products and services.

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35 Of The Most Expensive Things On Amazon

Ever wonder what is the most expensive thing on Amazon? Maybe you’re shopping around or perhaps you’re just curious how expensive things can be on Amazon. I’ll show you 35 of the most expensive things on Amazon. Even if you’re not thinking about buying any of these products, you may get a kick out of reading some of the reviews and questions posted on their respective Amazon pages.

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Fabletics Review: Affordable & Stylish Activewear For Women & Men

Getting new workout clothes can be the extra push needed to get to the gym and burn those calories. Fabletics offers attractive, comfortable workout outfits in various colors, sizes, and styles. Fabletics is a clothing box subscription service targeted toward women, but it also has men’s pieces in its lineup. See if Fabletics is the best fit for you.

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7 Best Infant Car Seats (2024): Dooner vs Nuna vs Britax vs Chicco vs Graco vs Safety 1st vs Evenflo

When I was pregnant with my first child, I was overwhelmed with the number of options I had for each baby gadget I now needed. Safety was always my top priority, but I also wanted something price-friendly to fit my lifestyle. My husband and I did massive amounts of research to choose the best infant car seat for us. I’ll help you find the best for your family and ensure the nurses are happy with it as you leave the hospital with your new bundle of joy. I’ve researched a wide range of brands and considered safety, installation, cost, functionality, and more to bring you the best infant car seat options for your growing family.

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Best Camping Gear: For Cooking, Car Camping, Couples, Winter, Dogs, & More

Camping is one of the most relaxing vacations you can take. After you’ve purchased your camping equipment, camping can be a pretty inexpensive vacation. We’ve selected the best camping supplies and reviewed them below. To our surprise, we found some pretty reasonably priced camping accessories. As you daydream about your next adventure, picture exploring a new camping spot with our picks for the best camping gear.

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Link Interactive Review: Features, Pricing, and Much More

Link Interactive offers home security at a competitive monthly price. Unlike most providers, you don’t start with bundled equipment packages. Instead, they let you customize your system to fit your home. This way, you pay only for what you need. But how does it stack up to the competition? Our home security experts dive in and review this provider with all the details you’ll need to make an informed decision.

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Ring Security System Installation: A Guide For An Easy Setup

Installing a security system can sound intimidating, but Ring Alarm couldn’t make it more simple. Whether you’ve already bought your Ring Alarm security system or you’re thinking about getting one and want to know what you’re getting into, this article by our home security expert Kimberly has the instructions (and a step-by-step video) on how to get your Ring Alarm system up and running.

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SimpliSafe Reviews (2024): Camera, Doorbell, Smart Lock, Smoke Detector, Customer Reviews, And More

You’ve seen the SimpliSafe commercials — low cost, no commitment, etc. — too good to be true? There’s no long-term contract, and you can easily relocate the system if you move homes. While the equipment itself costs more than competitors, you’ll save on monthly monitoring fees, which are some of the most competitive in the industry. We’ll help you decide if SimpliSafe can help keep your family and property safe from break-ins.

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Ring Security System Review 2024: See What Our Test Showed

Ring is known for its video doorbells, and now it offers a self-monitored security system that you can install yourself. You can even sync the system with a doorbell or one of its security cameras. One app accesses everything, and all of the equipment has a modern look, unlike some of its competitors. You can opt for professional monitoring for a small monthly fee, but does it have the reputation you want from a monitoring company?

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