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Posts by Danielle

Home Upkeep Needed: When To Choose DIY And When Not To

DIY skills are very important to the modern homeowner. If you’ve got a tool kit in the shed and you know how to use it, you’re not going to run into many repair problems over the next 20 years. Plus, you’re going to save yourself a lot of money on hiring someone to come round and fix the sink for you!  We’re all about saving money on home matters as

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How To Sell Your Home Quickly: A Simple Guide.

There’s a lot to celebrate when moving home.  After all, it often signifies a fresh start for your family, whether you’re moving to see another corner of the world or to pursue a new career opportunity. However, there are certain things you must do in order to facilitate the big move, such as selling your current home/property. Given that it takes 25 weeks on average to sell a home, this

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How To Choose The Right Living Room Furniture 

Having the right furniture in your living room really does make a difference. If it’s the right furniture, you’ll be comfortable in the room and want to spend time there, but if it’s the wrong furniture, that won’t be the case, and you’ll never really feel at home or relaxed in a room that you really should feel good in. Of course, it’s easy to say that you need to

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5 Numbers to Keep on Hand for Your Business

We recently talked about useful people to have in your phonebook for things in your personal life, but what about business? When it comes to running a business, you need to pay attention to everything. While it’s totally normal to want to save costs in some areas and fix things yourself, there are some areas that you simply cannot tend to. So, let’s take a look at some contacts you

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Why is Planning so Important in Project Management?

If you’ve ever had a project to manage, you know the importance of making sure that you don’t miss any deadlines and you avoid going over budget. Projects take time and effort to execute and without the proper planning, your construction project will not go off easily. You have to manage projects to perfection so that you can ensure that they go ahead smoothly.  With the right plan as your

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7 Useful People To Have in Your Phonebook

Throughout your adult life it’s not always what you know, but who you know. Having a list of useful contacts in your phonebook can save you a tonne of stress and time when you find yourself in an unfortunate scenario. In many cases, you will turn to these people when you least expect it, and they’ll make your day that little bit easier. With this in mind, here are seven

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5 Ways To Improve Your Living Room On A Budget

You’ll spend a lot of time in your living room when you’re at home. It’s what it’s designed for, so you’ll want to make sure you’re having as enjoyable a time there as possible. That’s why it’s always worth trying to improve your living room, especially if it hasn’t gotten proper attention in a while. If you think this would take a lot of time, effort, and money, that doesn’t

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What Safety Means For A Fitness Business

Whether you’re running a gym, a personal training centre, a yoga studio, or otherwise, how you address safety in your fitness business requires specific attention. Of course, every business owner has to do what they can to enforce safety standards where they work and where they welcome customers. Fitness businesses do have a few specific and unique risks they have to address, however. As such, we’re going to be looking

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Retirement Readiness: A Guide to Securing Your Financial Future

Retirement planning is crucial to ensure financial security in your golden years. With proper preparation, you can look forward to a comfortable retirement doing the things you enjoy. This guide covers key aspects of getting your finances in order well before your retirement date. Assess Your Current Financial Situation The first step is understanding where you stand today. Review your current income, expenses, assets, debts, and insurance coverage. This will

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Stealing the Spotlight: Winning the Trade Show Game

“All the world’s a stage,” as they say. But at trade shows, your booth is like being part of an actual Broadway production with high expectations from your audience – so how can you ensure your performance receives its due ovation?  Photo by Product School on Unsplash Setting the Stage Before the curtain lifts, meticulous attention to every detail can make all the difference between an audience of seats filled

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