Collaborative post Are you thinking about renting out your house? Perhaps you’re looking to profit from periods of time when you’re not using your home, thinking about buy-to-let, or just don’t want to sell your home when you move to a new property. Whatever your reasons, renting out your house can be a great way to generate additional income. If you’re new to being a landlord, the process of getting tenants moved in can be a little ...
Tips for a cleaner bathroom
Bathroom cleaning is a chore that we all like to put off from time to time. We tend to use our bathrooms the most first thing in the morning and last thing in the evening. At these times of day we're usually either tired or in a hurry, so it's not hard to see why the bathroom can get messy quicker than other rooms in the home. One good way to cut down on the time spent on the dreaded bathroom deep clean is to get into good habits. Try to ...
Minimalist Lifestyle Tips You Can Try at Home
Collaborative post Would you like to make the move towards a more minimalist lifestyle? Put simply, a minimalist lifestyle is all about living with less. The idea behind it is that the more 'stuff' you have, the more time and money you spend maintaining it. And while we all need some things in our lives to be comfortable, there are many other things that we don’t really need. A minimalist lifestyle can help us live a simpler life and ...
8 brilliant carpet care tips
Collaborative post We all want our carpets to look clean and feel plush to walk on. Over time however, carpet colours can fade, the pile can deteriorate, and dirt can start to build up. The good news is that by following a few tips and tricks, you can not only maintain the longevity of your carpets, but also keep them looking good. Here are eight carpet care tips to help you get the best out of this popular flooring ...
8 great tips for downsizing your home
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 ...
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 ...