This is like my dad asking me about upgrades to his Windows 7 PC (MS is stopping support for W7, btw). I told him it made more sense to just cough up some $ for a new (or refurbished) PC.
quit trying to find "tried and true work-arounds". all skilled interviewers can see right through it.
being honest and forthright and of good nature is what gets you hired. presuming you're qualified.