Backup Check: Verifying Your Data Is Actually Safe
Backups that don't work aren't backups. Here's how to verify yours.
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Practical advice on the boring stuff that catches people out.
Bank Account Review: What to Check Every Six Months
Fees change, rates change, and fraud happens. Here's what to look for.
What Happens When Your Car Insurance Lapses
Even a single day without cover can have consequences. Here's what's at stake.
Credit Card Expiry: The Cascade of Failed Payments
Your card expires. Your subscriptions fail. Here's how to stay ahead of it.
Dentist Visits: Why Six Months Matters
Dental problems are cheaper to prevent than to fix. Here's what skipping appointments actually costs.
Important Document Review: What to Check Annually
Wills, insurance policies, and emergency contacts go stale. Here's what to review.
Domain Renewal: Don't Lose Your Web Address
Expired domains get snatched quickly. Here's how to keep yours.
Driver's License Renewal: What You Need to Know
Renewal periods vary wildly by location. Here's how to avoid driving on an expired licence.
Eye Tests: More Than Just Reading Letters
An eye test checks more than your prescription. Here's what optometrists actually look for.
Annual Health Check: What Your GP Actually Looks For
A yearly check-up catches problems before they become serious. Here's what to expect.
Health Insurance: Don't Let Your Cover Lapse
Gaps in health coverage can be expensive. Here's what to watch for at renewal time.
Home Insurance: The Renewal You Shouldn't Auto-Pilot
Loyalty penalties are real. Here's why you should review your home insurance every year.
HVAC Filters and Boiler Service: The Maintenance You're Probably Skipping
Dirty filters cost money. Unserviced boilers can kill. Here's what to do when.
Lease and Tenancy Renewal: Know Your Deadlines
Missing renewal deadlines can mean moving out or paying more. Here's what to track.
MOT Expiry: What Actually Happens Next
Your MOT runs out tomorrow. Here's what you can and can't do, and what it'll cost you if you get it wrong.
Car Service and Oil Changes: When and Why
Regular servicing prevents expensive repairs. Here's what actually needs doing and when.
Password Manager Review: Cleaning Up Your Digital Life
Your password manager accumulates cruft. Here's how to audit it properly.
Prescription Renewal: Don't Run Out
Running out of medication is avoidable. Here's how to stay ahead of renewals.
Smoke and CO Detector Check: The 5-Minute Task That Saves Lives
Working detectors cut fire death risk in half. Here's how to make sure yours work.
Subscription Review: Finding the Money You're Wasting
The average person has 12 subscriptions. Most can't name them all. Here's how to audit yours.
Tax Filing Deadlines: What Missing Them Actually Costs
Late filing penalties add up fast. Here's what you need to know by region.
Two-Factor Authentication Audit: Securing Your Important Accounts
2FA protects your accounts, but only if it's set up properly. Here's what to check.
Vehicle Inspection: MOT, Safety Checks, and Roadworthy Certificates
Annual inspections ensure your car is safe to drive. Here's what each region requires.
Vehicle Registration and Tax: What Expires When
Registration, tax, and rego - different names, same problem if you let it lapse.
Is Your Voter Registration Current?
Registration can lapse without you knowing. Here's how to check and why it matters.
When Does Your Passport Expire? Why It Matters More Than You Think
Most countries won't let you in with less than 6 months validity. Here's what you need to know.