Welcome to your one-stop resource for keeping your family safe, your home smart, and your life fun! At Safe Smart Living® our industry experts bring you the resources and know-how to help you feel safer and live smarter, whether you're at home or on the road. Learn more about us and our team.
Home warranties are confusing with all the fine print and location-based coverage. Your experiences with technicians can vary depending on who is available near you. But which of these two companies generally offers better coverage and has a better reputation?…
With so many types of life insurance available, how do you know which one is best for your budget and your long-term financial needs? Two of the most popular options are whole life insurance and universal life insurance. These two types of life insurance share some features, but there are some important differences you need to know…
This Kidde carbon monoxide (CO) detector is a popular option because it can be placed anywhere inside the home since it doesn’t require a plug-in to operate. It’s suitable for any living area, but you’ll want to know its features, so if you see a blinking light or hear a beep, you know what to do…
With each online profile we create, every service we sign up for and all the smart gadgets we buy we put our identities at risk. Technology is evolving, and with it, our personal information becomes more vulnerable. Protecting your identity isn’t an option; it’s a must…
Amazon’s Blink cameras are wireless and affordable options for monitoring your home. However, there are some features its cameras are missing that some of its competitors have. But are these must-haves for you? Only you can decide, but we can help…
Are you worried that you won’t qualify for life insurance because of your age and less-than-stellar health status? You still have options, thanks to a product called guaranteed issue life insurance. You can even qualify for this type of life insurance without a medical exam and minimal (if any) health questions…
Are “Big Brother” and other virtual intruders watching your every move online? Set up a Virtual Private Network (VPN) router in your home or office for the ultimate digital fortress to protect you and your family and give you freedom to browse the web securely…
Trying to decide if you should go with DISH Network over cable, another satellite service, or cutting the cord altogether? DISH offers more extensive programming options than cable, including productions from other countries and programming in other languages. It also offers more than 290 channels, multiple language options and HD quality local channels. But is DISH worth making the switch?…
If there’s somewhere Americans should feel safe, it’s where they spend much of their day: on the road. Our driving safety page brings you everything from the best dash cam, car accident and drunk driving statistics you should be aware of, to the future of driving with the self-driving car…
Tired of coming home to a dark house? Worried that you left the iron on? Want to make it appear as if someone is home? All of this can be solved by integrating smart plugs, outlets and switches into your home. You can turn electronics on and off from your smartphone and set a schedule for a regular routine…
