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Selling your house: the alternative to estate agents

As most homeowners will be well aware, selling your house can be an extremely stressful, lengthy, drawn out process. It can cause headaches and heartache, not to mention the huge expense that is footed by the seller.

Typically, using estate agents is the first plan of action for people who are ready to up sticks and sell their house. But what exactly does using an estate agent entail? While it may be handy to have your home advertised to potential buyers, the process is a real fee-fest. Think solicitor’s fees, estate agent’s fees.… View Post

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How to Choose the Right House for Your …

How to Choose the Right House for Your Family

There’s a lot to consider when deciding on a house for you and your family. Not only do you have to think of the present, but if you have young children, it’s important to think of the future for them as well. A major deciding factor in where you chose to live will be the location, which should have all the desired facilities that will meet the requirements of you and your children.… View Post

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How to get your garden ready for outdoor …

How to get your garden ready for outdoor entertaining this summer

Summertime means that the majority of your nights will be spent outdoors entertaining and enjoying the company of family and friends. Think ahead to all the nights that you’ll spend laughing, creating memories and staring up at that beautiful night sky. Sounds just about perfect, right?… View Post

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A Touch of Taste – Bringing Class Back to …

A Touch of Taste – Bringing Class Back to Your Living Spaces

Your home should serve as your personal sanctuary. It is a physical space where you get to bring in the things that inspire you, relax you, and suit your needs and tastes. If you own your own home you can customise it floor to ceiling. However, if you are renting you may make your mark through furniture and art. Whatever the circumstance may be, dedicating time, effort and a bit of money into making your space your own will have dramatic impacts on your overall wellbeing. If you are about to dig into a renovation or are looking for inspiration for your pad, then this article is for you. Read on for top tips on adding some class into your existing living space.… View Post

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Finding the right staircase for your renovation

Finding the right staircase for your renovation

Without staircases, so many parts of our lives wouldn’t be accessible. Can you imagine trying to go up and down to different levels of your home or in and of even the simplest spaces without having access to stairs? Truth be told, staircases are so much more than access points. Staircases can also be beautiful focal points for your home as well… View Post

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How to make your home the definition of …

How to make your home the definition of saleable in a flash

As any family will testify, selling a home is a pretty stressful deal. Whether it’s the constant tidying before each house viewing or the desperate pleas for someone to make an offer so you can move onto your next chosen home, it’s anything but fun.… View Post

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10 Storage Solutions for Small Bathrooms

10 Storage Solutions for Small Bathrooms

In a small bathroom, space is at a premium and you may think that there’s not enough room for any storage, but with some clever planning, there’s plenty of ways that you can incorporate storage into this much-used room.

From toiletries to toilet paper and towels, there are so many items that are used every day that need to be kept in the bathroom, but where on earth are you going to put all this stuff?… View Post

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4 Ways to Give Your Bathroom a New Look

4 Ways to Give Your Bathroom a New Look

If you’re planning a bathroom remodel, stop right now. In many cases, there’s no need to shell out the time and money for a full-scale renovation. Oftentimes, a dated bathroom just needs a fresh new look. Here are a few ideas…… View Post

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Why Everyone Should Own a TV Bed

Why Everyone Should Own a TV Bed

How often do you find that you are snuggled up in your bed not really wanting to leave that spot, but wishing that you were just a bit closer to the TV and TV remote? It’s a common problem that many people face on a daily basis. The good news? There’s a way that you can snuggle in bed and have your TV time, too. With a TV bed, your dream can become a reality.… View Post

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How to Keep the Kids Safe When They’…

How to Keep the Kids Safe When They’re Playing Outside

Encourage your children to play outside more.’

It’s a statement you’ll often hear – but in the next instance, you’re being warned about ‘stranger danger’ or traffic.

It often feels like a lose/lose situation.

You know your children will benefit from playing outdoors but how do you make sure they’re safe at all times?… View Post