July 2, 2022

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How to make money renting out your whole house, your kitchen or your backyard

You can make money renting out your house via Airbnb, but what if you have a home office or studio you don't use much? You can rent out that room, too. People need temporary spaces for photoshoots, birthday parties, workshops, meetings and any event or activity you can imagine. We'll show you how to accommodate them and make extra cash.

Tap or click here to rent your spare room or pool for extra cash. →

5 signs your security camera was hacked - and 5 steps to prevent it

Hacked security cameras are dangerous. Cybercriminals can taunt you, terrify your children, turn up the thermostat and make your house unlivable. But you don't have to put up with this. Here are a few ways to find out if hackers are spying on you — and some ways to protect yourself.

Tap or click here for signs your security camera has been hacked. →

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Hermit malware, bad Android apps, pin text messages

The Mars probe gets a big update ... from good old Windows 98. Better late than never! Plus, a scary government spy tool was discovered on iPhones and Androids. Allie has that news, plus bad apps still live in the Google Play Store. Matt has the details on how to really clean your AirPods, plus a clever texting tip: how to pin text threads and single messages.

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'Brand New or Not True': The Kim Komando Show, June 11, 2022

Catch up with Kim's national radio game show sensation, Brand New or Not True. Kim introduces three products: One is brand new, and the other two are totally fake. This week, Kim attempts to stump Victoria in Greenboro, North Carolina. Will she be able to guess the correct one? You can play along while you watch but remember, no cheating!

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Best accounting software?

Is there ANYTHING I can use besides QuickBooks for my financials? The more I use QB, the more disgusted I become! HELP!

Sounds like you're drowning in spreadsheets. Don’t let QuickBooks slow you down, and stop paying for multiple systems that don’t give you the information you need when you need it. It’s time to upgrade to NetSuite by Oracle, the world’s No. 1 cloud business system.

NetSuite gives you visibility and control over your financials, HR, inventory, e-commerce and more — all in one place — instantaneously.

Want to check it out? Let NetSuite show you how they’ll benefit your business with a free product tour at NetSuite.com/Kim.

Need to hire someone

I need to hire someone, but I can barely manage all the resumes I get when I post a job online. I stick to the free sites to save cash, but I'm feeling like that's the wrong move. Any advice?

You can attract a lot of candidates on those sites, but as you've found, you won't necessarily get the right ones. It's a ton of work sorting through all of that! You might not even find anyone who fits the job.

When I'm hiring, I use LinkedIn Jobs. It can help by matching your role with qualified candidates so you can find the right person quickly. LinkedIn screens for skills and you can use a ton of different tools to narrow down your search. That means so much less work on your end.

You can pay what you want, and you can use my special link to post your first job free.

Antivirus vs. VPN

What is the difference between virus protection and a VPN? Do you need both for total protection or only one?

Good question! While antivirus software protects you from online threats, a VPN hides your IP address and protects your privacy. Both are important, and they do very different things. My recommendation is to use both. It's worth it if you care about security and privacy.

For antivirus and online protection, check out TotalAV. It protects you from all the latest threats. Get an annual plan of TotalAV Internet Security for only $19 at ProtectWithKim.com. That's over 85% off!

My VPN of choice is ExpressVPN. Get 3 months free when you sign up for a year at ExpressVPN.com/Kim.

Hiring? How to find your next superstar employee

Small businesses have unique needs, and it’s more important than ever to have the right people on your team. That’s why I trust LinkedIn Jobs to help. LinkedIn Jobs matches your open role with qualified candidates and puts your post in front of members every day so you can hire the right person faster. Find the perfect fit for your business with LinkedIn Jobs.

Post a job for free! Just visit LinkedIn.com/kim to get started today. →

Kim's weekly column & tech tip

Privacy Tip: 5 ways you’re being tracked you must stop right now

In our digital world, it's your responsibility to maintain your privacy. Believe me, Big Tech companies aren't going to do it for you. In this week's column, I put together five ways you can shut out greedy advertisers, shut down location tracking and more. These are steps well worth your time.

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Hackers want Google accounts. Give yours this security check now!

Not much is worse than finding emails you didn't send in your outbox or getting kicked out of an account and the password has suddenly changed. Protecting your accounts is up to you, and I've got a simple way to make sure your Google account is free from criminals and snoops.

Tap or click to kick out bad actors. →