If you are thinking about renting out your property or investing in a property in order to rent it out, there are a couple of things to consider before you become a landlord/lady because we with the job, you're also taking on quite the list of responsibilities. To make sure, your dream of being a landlord isn't over before it's begun, I've collected 6 top tips for landlords and those who are ...
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Our new home - a living room tour
If you are following me on Instagram or Twitter, you might know that Amy and I have finally moved into our new home. We've moved into a flat that's quite a bit smaller than our semi-detached back in the UK, but it's big enough for the two of us and both Amy and I really like this place despite it needing a lot of work doing to it. The previous tenants had left a brown kitchen wall with bright ...
7 Signs it’s time to move to assisted living
Making the decision to move to assisted living isn’t an easy one, but it might be a vital move to keep you or your loved one safe and well. It can be scary to think about the thought of losing some of your independence, emotionally and practically. How can we tell when it’s the right time to move to assisted living? Below are signs which are begging your loved to move to assisted living. Sign 1: ...
12 cushions for £30 or less
Soft furnishing such as rugs, throws or cushions are a great way to transform your home without having to make big and expensive changes like painting or hanging wallpaper. They add texture and can completely change the feel of your room by creating a contrast to your current colour scheme or tying colours together. Patterned cushions and bold colours can also add life and energy to a room, ...
Etiquette guide for house-sharing students
Getting ready to go away to university is one of the most exciting times in any young person’s life. It’s also one of the most worrying times in any parent’s life, as their teenager finally cuts the apron strings and gets ready to live independently for the first time. It can be especially worrying for parents when their son or daughter are moving into a shared house rather than a hall of ...
