Collaborative post Are you thinking about downsizing your home? Downsizing can be a sensible option if you're living in a house that's a lot bigger than you really need, are looking to reduce your living costs, or would simply like a home that's easier to maintain. Moving to a smaller property can also allow you to release equity from your home, allowing you to finance other projects, travel or family members without having to borrow ...
8 exterior home improvements to tackle in summer
Summer is one of the most rewarding seasons for putting your house in order. The milder weather makes it easier to carry out lots of home maintenance tasks and renovation projects. Tackling your home's to do list is a great way to spot any issues before they become a major problem, and can also positively affect your home’s value. Great exterior home improvements to tackle in summer Exterior home improvements are even more relevant to a ...
Why you should get a whole house water filter such as AquaOx – and where to buy them
Collaborative post Are you worried that the water in your home might not be safe for drinking? Water pollution can have some pretty serious effects on human health, so if the answer to this question is yes, it's time to consider installing a whole house water filter. A whole house water filter such as AquaOx gives you peace of mind that your drinking water is safe. Installing one of these filtration systems is a pretty big investment, ...
Tips for helping a house clearance go smoothly
Collaborative post It's no secret that house clearance can be stressful, exhausting and time consuming. A major clearout is one of those tasks that we tend to avoid, but doing this won't make the issue disappear, and there will come a time when it's no longer an option to delay a deep clean. But if you have to take on this challenge, remember that there are professionals who can make the process much easier. When it comes to house ...
Everyday tips for managing stress in a family home
Collaborative post Your home can be a real sanctuary for you and your family. Ideally it's somewhere where you can all escape from the stresses of busy family life, spend relaxing time together, and slow down the pace a little. Sometimes it's hard to keep things calm and stress-free though! Tips for managing stress in a family home A happy, low-stress family home starts with a strong emotional foundation, and the building blocks can ...
How to create a calm home environment
Collaborative post Your home should be a place where you can wind down and relax - but busy family life can make that tricky. Juggling work, childcare, home maintenance, hobbies and family time can easily make our homes feel like a never-ending to do list, instead of a calming environment where we can take a break and recharge. How to create a calm home environment If your home isn’t as calm as you’d like it to be, check out these six ...
How to manage your daily tasks on time
In today’s busy world, everybody has a lot of jobs to do every day. However, it can be pretty challenging to meet your work deadlines, especially when you're not very good at planning. And while sometimes it's possible to move the task and do it later, in other cases you will have to deal with unpleasant consequences. This article aims to help you deal with daily work planning. You'll learn helpful tips on how to deal with all your tasks on ...
A guide to buying your first home
This post has been written and provided by An Post Insurance - #ad Step by Step Guide to Buying a New Home and Staying Sane For those of us already on the property ladder, remember how hard it was to get everything right when buying your first home? The gazillion forms you have to fill out, the nail biting wait for the bank to give the green light, only to request more and more of the same forms to get the deal across the line. And ...
Tips to improve your broadband when working from home
Collaborative post While we all expect our home broadband to be good enough to handle our entertainment needs, it takes on an extra dimension when we’re working from home. This is when it becomes crucially important to get it right. Working from home usually requires a stable broadband connection that won’t let you down just when you’re about to send that important document to a colleague or host a video call. A weak connection at a ...
Home management: 5 essential habits to teach your kids
Collaborative post If you're a parent, you're no doubt keen to be a good role model and set the right example for your kids to follow. Children love to mimic the adults around them, so it’s important that you encourage them to form good habits via your own behaviour. Encouraging your kids to develop basic home management skills when they are young will help them to look after their own homes when they're older. Getting your kids involved ...
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