Courtesy of Olga Gonzalez

Sales Representative, REALTOR ®

Cell: 780-485-7355

HARVESTING TIPS Did you know that harvesting the fruits and vegetables from your garden in the early morning will result in crispier, juicier and sweeter produce? The cooler temperatures overnight allow the fruit or vegetable to retain more water which leads to the crispier texture and sweeter taste. If you're unable to get to the garden first thing in the morning, the next best time of day is in the evening after the heat of the day has passed. After harvesting, you'll want to move your produce to a cool, dry and well-ventilated area until you're ready to eat or preserve them. Check the produce regularly for signs of mould or disease and remove spoiled ones immediately to prevent contamination. Look online or check with your local gardening expert to determine how long each type of produce can last to help you organize your preserving schedule. Some vegetables like potatoes can last for months when stored properly, while others like lettuce need to be consumed within days. Knowing what needs to be dealt with first can help prevent you from being overwhelmed when it seems that everything is ready at once.

WHAT’S YOUR PASSWORD? 123456, according to a cybersecurity company Nord Security, is the most popular password used today. The word "password" is also among the top 10 most commonly used passwords. When you're prompted by yet another website to choose a strong password, what should you use? Experts suggest using a different password for each site as it makes it more difficult for hackers to gain access to your other accounts if they do happen to steal one password. Stay away from common phrases (qwerty, admin, password, unknown, etc.) and personal information (phone number, birthdates, names of family members, hometowns, etc.) as they're easily hacked. Do choose long passwords that consist of random uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers and symbols. You will likely not be able to remember every password you create, so using a reputable password manager can help you stay organized. An additional layer of security that is becoming more common is a multifactor authentication meaning the website will send a one-time use code to your email or cell phone that you must enter prior to being granted access. Biometric authentication (face scan or fingerprint) is also gaining popularity as a security measure. Take a few minutes to audit your passwords and change any that may be easy to hack or guess and give yourself a bit more confidence that you're being safe online.

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