Kim Komando Daily Tech Update You're sitting on a pile of cash
Nov 4, 2025
Alan, a concerned caller from Idaho Falls, discusses identity and fraud protection for his traveling parents. Kim dives into creative ways to monetize clutter, revealing tips on selling clothes through Poshmark and tech items on eBay. They explore crucial steps for safeguarding personal information abroad, such as freezing credit and ensuring secure Wi-Fi practices. The conversation also touches on the importance of educating loved ones about identity theft risks and the benefits of using password managers. It's an insightful blend of financial savvy and tech safety!
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Turn Clutter Into Cash
- Sell clothes on Poshmark using its smart sell feature to handle negotiations for you.
- List tech and nostalgic items on eBay and bulky items on Facebook Marketplace to maximize returns and avoid shipping.
Lock Down Credit And Alerts
- Freeze credit at Equifax, Experian, TransUnion, and Innovis to block new accounts in your parents' names.
- Set bank transaction alerts and change passwords immediately after suspected exposure.
Shared Wi‑Fi Can Expose Sensitive Data
- Anyone on a home Wi‑Fi network can potentially see what others type if the network is insecure.
- Sharing Wi‑Fi abroad, even kindly, can expose emails, banking, and business data to theft.