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B&M Self Adhesive Floor Planks: a Cheap DIY Bathroom Update
Here’s how I made a huge change to my bathroom at very little cost thanks to B&M self adhesive floor planks: A couple of years ago we paid a tiler £250 to lift up our old, broken tiles in our en suite bathroom and fit new ones. Not long after, the the new tiles were beginning to show hairline cracks (some of which were getting bigger and bigger) – very disappointing. Recently it was getting to the point where the cracks were exposing the porous part of the tile underneath the ceramic shell so I knew something had to be done. We definitely don’t have the budget to pay someone…
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Self Care: Back to Basics
‘Self care’ is a real hot topic at the minute. What do those words evoke in your mind? For me, I picture bubble baths, pedicures, spa days. But what does self care actually mean? Google defines it as “the practice of taking an active role in protecting one’s own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress”. I have spent sometime recently pondering what I can do to incorporate more self care activities into my life, and sometimes things like a seemingly simple bubble bath seem so out of reach (finding the time when the kids aren’t around, having the energy to clear away all their bath toys…). So…
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Important Steps You Must Take To Improve Your Family’s Finances
Raising a family is far from cheap, especially in this day and age. With endless expenses to take care of, all with their own hefty price tags, making ends meet can be difficult. Although you might have coped with little cash on your own, as a parent, you need money to look after your little ones. This is why it’s so important that you keep a tight grasp on your financial affairs. With that in mind, here are six important steps that you must take to improve your family’s finances. Live Below Your Means There is very little that you can do to improve your finances if you’re always overspending.…
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Family Life Is Made So Much Easier With These!
Family life just isn’t easy. If you get to the point where you feel like family life is pure bliss, then we’re not really sure how you’ve done that. Because when you start your own little family, suddenly the stress in your life begins to go up. Everything you do is focused on them, yet you have to put so much of your attention to other areas of your life as well. From your work to your social life, balancing everything and making it work harmoniously is nearly impossible. Some do seem to do it, but they never release their secret as to how to do so to the outside…
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Budget Not Adding Up? Here Are Your Options
In an ideal world, managing a budget would be relatively straightforward. You would simply list all of your expenses, and then use the amount you earn to cover these expenses with a little leftover to use as you choose – no worries, no hassle. However, it is not uncommon for people to find themselves facing a big budgeting problem. They list their total expenditure, then assess this against their income as normal… and realise that there is a shortfall. If a budget shortfall develops only occasionally – perhaps due to needing to pay for a holiday, or meeting a car repair bill – then there’s no need for particular concern;…
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How To Make Moving Home More Affordable
You want to move house, but your budget might be a little tight. Not to worry, even if money is short, there are still ways that you can make moving home more affordable. Here are some tips that will save you money, so that you have more to save or spend on your new home. Decide On The Right Area When you have made the decision that you’d like to move and it’s not just a fleeting thought, you need to make a decision on the area you would like to move to. From here you can then begin to plan your next steps. For example, if you are considering…
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Top Kids Toys
Every year new trends in toys appear and certain products hit the heights with children. This year has been no different; take a look at our list of the top kids’ toys. Feber Bungalow This is the ultimate playhouse for children. It features a design which is versatile and thus appeals to both boys and girls. Nevertheless, it is by no means boring in style. It boasts a bright green frame, with a dark green roof, a yellow fence, orange window shutters, and an orange chimney. Not only is the design of the toy exciting, but the fun to be had is vast as well. This bungalow comes complete with…
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Money Doesn’t Grow on Trees! Teaching Your Children About Money
Learning to manage our money is so important- we need it to keep a roof over our head, our bills paid and food in our cupboards. It’s a crucial thing to get to grips with in adulthood, but if you’re given the right advice and help earlier in life, you’ll do a much better job of it when it comes to managing it yourself. Therefore, teaching kids about money and how to handle it is key. They might learn maths at school but when it comes to finances, it’s something that’s often down to us as parents. Here’s how you can go about it. Encourage them to earn their pocket…
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Get Out! What Can You Do To Make The Most With The Kids This Summer Holiday?
It’s always a nightmare when we’re trying to do things on the cheap, but still give our children good experiences, especially during the summer holidays. After all, everything is so expensive these days that we can struggle to really make a good family occasion without spending through the nose. But, as summer is around the corner, this means we’ve got more options than before! But when you’re looking to spend some quality time with the children, and not spend too much money, what can you do? I came across a blog post with lots of ideas for Summer activities for parents and kids and came up with a few more:…
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Investing For The Future
If you’re fortunate enough to have some money to invest and are looking for ways to maximise your income, have a little fun or even a bit of both then take a look at our blog. It might be tempting to blow it all on the holiday of a lifetime, finally make those much needed repairs to your home or maybe you should consider investing. We take a look at some options that are going to help you make a good financial decision. Home Recovery Investing in your home is generally always a good option, whether you plan on selling or staying, having a property in a great state of…