What is financial planning and why should you do it?
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Are you moving across the country? If so, you're in for a big adventure! Moving is always a hassle, but it can be especially difficult when you're relocating and moving far away. However, with a little bit of preparation and organisation, you can make your cross-country move a breeze.
In this blog post, we will discuss seven tips that will help make your move easier. Follow these tips and you'll be on your way to enjoying your new home in no time!
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Going on a holiday with children, especially small children, can come with a lot of challenges and stress. Keeping them entertained for a week or two away from home can feel like a full-time occupation when you are supposed to be relaxing and recuperating from weeks of work.
Here we have a short list of some great ways to help you keep your kids busy whilst on your holiday, so you can get some peace and quiet.
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There are plenty of things in life that we’d prefer to pretend we didn’t have to face up to. Things like tax returns, children growing up and leaving home, and spending Christmas with the in-laws.
Another one is death. Like all of the above, our own mortality might not be something we like thinking about or talking about. It might feel easier to stick our fingers in our ears, close our eyes and hum a silly tune to shut it out. But that doesn’t make it any less inevitable.
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Despite the internet making things like remote working and shopping easier, travelling isn’t something that the majority of us can avoid. However, if you’re clever about it, there are ways to significantly lower your car and travel costs.
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For all humans, social contacts are important and perhaps even of vital essence. The people around do not only give us a sense of purpose, but they are also important for us in order to stay healthy both mentally and physically. When people become lonely, they lose a sense of connection to their surroundings and this can be very damaging to their well-being. Although this is a problem that affects all age groups to some extent, the age group where these issues are most prevalent is that of the elderly. It is important that we stay in touch with these people who have often seen everyone leave them, usually in unavoidable ways.
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With summer here, it’s time to start thinking about your family holiday – something many people look forward to all year long. With the kids on school break, this is the perfect time to get away, relax and create some lasting memories. For families planning a road trip this summer, you may currently be looking at ways to keep to a budget and ensure costs don’t spiral out of control. This can be easier said than done, especially with the price of everything going up as of late.
Let’s take a look at eight ways you can make your family road trip more affordable this summer. The savings may even make it possible for you to book another holiday later in the year.
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Wondering which items of furniture you can commission as a bespoke piece to complement your home and maximise storage space? Read on for several of the best ideas for bespoke storage solutions.
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A browser and internet connection are all you need to play online word games for free. Put your crossword talents to the test while also challenging your lexicon. Unscramble letters, identify words and unravel mystery sentences to see how far you can get.
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If you are looking to sell your home or a property you own, you will want to maximise your potential return to earn as much money as possible. There will be many different things you could do to the property to help increase the value. Some of these will create a small increase whilst other will provide a far greater increase.
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These vegan breakfasts are all quick and easy to make, and will help you get 3 of your 5-a-day. With so many recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you love.
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Do you have a side hustle? If so, congratulations! You are in good company, more and more people are starting to see the benefits of having a side hustle. Not only can it help you make some extra money, but it can also help you boost your career, learn new skills, and network with other professionals.
A side hustle is a second job or source of income that you do in addition to your main job. It can be a hobby, a part-time job, or something else you do on the side. Side hustles are often seen as a way to make some extra money or find work that is more fulfilling than what you do for your day job. It could be dog walking or freelance writing. Or maybe selling crafts online or at a craft fair. It could be beauty treatments, blogging for money or even petsitting. There are many options for creating side hustles nowadays, with numerous websites offering freelance work and even ways to sell one-off gigs online. But how can you make sure your side hustle will be successful?
There are many different ways to work on your side hustle to make it successful, but these steps will help get you started.
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Motorcycle insurance is a tricky business. The prices are all over the map, and it can be hard to tell whether you're getting a good deal or not. If you are looking for cheap motorcycle insurance, there are a few things that you can do to save money. From maximising your chances of a cheaper deal through using comparison websites to extra training, finding cashback deals and more, we have lots of ideas for how you can get a better deal. Read on for several tips on how to get cheap motorcycle insurance.
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IMOU’s latest addition to their fleet of security devices is the 4K, full colour Knight security camera. A feature packed outdoor security camera that’s set to rival some of the big brand names out there. But how does it stack up? I’ve put it to the test to see if this is a true contender for your smart home security system.
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PR sample. Thank you to Flexispot who have sent us a gifted desk of our choice for our new garden office - all words and opinions our own.
We’ve recently received our Flexispot L-shaped standing desk which is a bit of a game changer for us. In this article I’ll tell you a little bit about why this has made such a difference to the way we work and how it has helped us both physically and mentally.
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The more time you spend at the gym, the better your results will be. Here are some tips to make sure you get the most out of your gym membership and don't waste money.
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Gifting is a way to show how much you care for the recipient. It is a social tradition that dates back to ancient times. In this article, we will explore some of the best gift ideas for any special occasion. These can include birthday parties, holidays, anniversaries, weddings, graduations, and other important events such as Christmas.
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If you want to take your business to the next level, then marketing is key. You have to market your company aggressively, because if you don’t then you may struggle to stand out from the other local businesses in the area.
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Let's face it, we all probably have seen, at least once, videos from bloggers or influencers about their extra productive morning routine. They start the day by drinking water, going to the gym, taking supplements, eating a super healthy breakfast and only then getting off to work. But have you ever wondered how you can achieve the same and still feel great about waking up early and staying active during the day? If the answer is 'yes', this article is the right place for you.
Not everyone (especially night owls) is able to wake up early and feel refreshed. Some people just need a little help or boost their pre-sleep routine to perform all these actions in the morning without ruining the mood. We collected 7 steps that will help you boost your morning routine and transform it into a healthy habit.
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It can be difficult to want to establish and expand a small business because there is so much more to learn and comprehend. It's amazing to watch your company grow and prosper when you can accomplish it efficiently and in advance.
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Machine vision systems have been around for more than 50 years, but recent advances in technology and AI are pushing this once-niche field into the mainstream. Today we’re going to explore five of the advantages of using machine vision in businesses and how it’s also beneficial for the planet.
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Bookshelves are not just for books, as they serve many purposes within a home. They are a great place to share your favourite family photos or even the trophies that were won in days gone by. But all too often, shelves are left full of books, without any kind of decoration at all.
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As more people are becoming aware of what needs to be done to stop the climate crisis, more homeowners are turning to solar energy. And it makes perfect sense.
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I’m always looking for affordable ways to uplift my garden (and my home!), so it comes as no surprise how happy I was when I found that gabion baskets are making a comeback. Many people see gabion baskets as simply functional building techniques.
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In the UK and Ireland, we take a lot of pride in our beautiful nature and scenery from the gorgeous Hungry Hill to the eye-catching Cliffs of Moher. But what if we could make our gardens (almost) as appealing? Hopefully, I can try and help with this useful how-to guide for revamping your garden into the social hub of the season. With these ideas, you can host the best garden party to date.
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Have you just looked at your walls that are no longer white and thought “weren’t these white before?”. Over time walls lose their colour and shine and, with busy lives, we only end up noticing them when they are truly not white. It happens.
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Decorating can often be a complicated job, especially when you haven’t tried your hand at it before. Getting hints and tips from those that have experience can be extremely valuable.
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Between March 2020 and April 2022, 19 percent of passengers who booked a vacation rental did so for the first time. If you are interested in getting your feet wet in real estate investment, the expanding vacation rental market might be a wonderful place to begin.
We have provided you with a comprehensive guide on investing in holiday rentals, regardless of whether you want to make a listing on Airbnb on your own or seek the assistance of a
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If you are a small business owner, you must be looking for ways to grow your business and make it more profitable. In this blog post we’ll explore some of the tricks for how to take your business to the next level ensuring it’s a success and makes more money.
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The best way to make money during an economic crisis is to do things that make you happy. You can find happiness in activities outside of your day job that generates extra income. Then, you can grow this money into more money!
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There are few accessories that can match the impact that a pair of designer shades can have.