Most people who have worked from home during the pandemic have realised how much more comfortable it could be to do this on a permanent basis. Working from home and owning a business that you run from your house has…
We have a giant trampoline in our garden that will soon (fingers crossed) be gone and we are considering all the options on what to replace it with. A domed greenhouse maybe? Or a summer house for the kids to…
If you’re employed, working an extra shift or taking on extra responsibilities is fairly common for employees that want to show their dedication to their company. After all, we’re usually compensated for the extra work we do and our managers…
You’d be forgiven for having gone without much socialising this year, and of course, definitely last year, too. While it’s been quite some time since April 2020 caused its apparent effects on the world around us, with lasting results, many…
Despite the fact that we would love to have a new bathroom, the costs can be prohibitive (we need a new roof to the bathroom which will cost loads!). Remember, if you want to remodel your bathroom, it could cost…
I love to bring in revenue streams from different sources – I run two businesses after all, but also create income from selling products, writing for magazines, advertising and more. I also love the idea that even without a business…
For many people, the idea of working from home was the dream. No commute? No annoying coworkers? No need to put on makeup and comb your hair every morning? Sign us up. Thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, many of us…
If your taste runs to vintage or retro you will probably already know how the cost of creating an entire room with a Mid Century vibe can add up. Especially if you opt for genuine vintage pieces such as an…
Moving into a new home is so exciting! This is a new environment that needs to be catered to you and reflect your personality as well as everybody else in the household. It can get pretty overwhelming to move, because…
According to the World Bank, the average number of days required to set up a business is just 19-20 days. This is the world average but in some countries like the USA, UK, and New Zealand, you can set up…
As a freelancer, you’ll probably know how pressured it can be at times. You’re always aware that finding work and building your brand and reputation is entirely on your shoulders. There’s no employer handing you work day after day, and…
Many people find the great outdoors to be romantic, and so it’s no wonder that rural living is considered an appealing place to settle down after our work in the city or surrounding areas is said and done. This is…
Hands up: who wants to buy a new house? Buying a house is on the bucket list of life for most people. The chance to get on the property ladder, own a piece of land or a house that can…
I am someone that wishes she could travel light but the reality is I take way too much on holiday. I want to be able to wear a vintage dress every evening but then end up wearing the same one…
Bit of a new post for me today – but 2021 has been about working out how to afford retirement and we have been looking at many avenues with a financial advisor. We wall want security and to future proof…
These days, a lot of attention is paid to fast fashion trends and the damage they can have on both our budgets and the environment. While it’s less commented upon, fast home fashion styles, too, tend to shift with every…
Most of us are aware these days of just how pressing it is to ensure we are acting in an environmentally friendly way. If you are wondering about how you might be able to improve this, or you are just…
