Buying your first property is probably the
biggest financial decision you have made in your life up that point, and it
comes with both benefits and problems. Home ownership advantages may include
tax benefits, personal pride in having truly your own place and financial
security but knowing when to take the plunge is a difficult decision.
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If you’re a parent, you’re probably aware that
getting your kids to talk about school is quite the challenge. Most of the time
when you ask them about their day, they have simple one or two word answers.
Not to worry, a prep school in
Hertfordshire have prepared the following advice for parents who want to
encourage their children to really open up about school.
6/22/2019
As awareness is increasing people are
becoming more willing than they ever have before to help clean up the planet
and reduce their carbon footprints. If like a lot of us you would like some
guidance on where to start Shout Promotional
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- Go
paperless! Switch to online billing and opt out of
unnecessary leaflets and magazines.
- Switch
off – turn off any appliances or lights at the wall
when not in use.
- Reuse
– stop with the one use plastic bottles, straws and
cups. Invest in a reusable
cup, bottle and straw to help save the planet.
- Freeze
food – catch your food before it goes out of date
by popping it in the freezer.
- Plant
a tree. Have fun in the garden while helping the
environment by planting new trees.
- Turn
down the heat – wash clothes in cold water.
- Upcycle – turn old t-shirts into cleaning rags and take things that no
longer fit to the charity shops.
- Open
the windows – let the cool air in before you switch
on the air con!
- Meat
free Mondays – Try cutting meat and dairy from your
diet for one day a week to help reduce your carbon footprint.
- Public
transport – jump on a bus or train instead of in
your car to cut your CO2 emissions.
- Compost
– this will keep your garden green and reduce your
wastage.
- Use
LED – LED lightbulbs last longer and are far more
efficient!
- Insulate
– Make sure your home is correctly insulated to
keep your rooms cool in the summer and warm in the winter without using the
heating or fans!
- Shop local – shopping closer to home means less carbon is created and you are supporting the local economy.
Going green can
start from the smallest steps and changes in everyday life, so why not start
today?
6/19/2019
I am not a fan of
real estates nor fond of looking at model units because first, the houses that
I always see are too expensive and second, there are houses that are affordable
yet they are made out of substandard materials. However, a post has caught my attention
telling about a real estate being affordable yet better in terms of how the
units are built. That is Bellavita.
6/14/2019
Eco-friendly businesses
strive to maintain a positive impact on the environment and their local community.
This can be achieved through many easy strategies, from recycling and lowering
emissions, to promoting energy efficient policies within the workplace.
Did you know
that by incorporating eco-friendly practices into your business, you will not
only be saving the environment, but you can also save money too?
Read on to learn
three easy strategies for running an eco-friendly business…
6/12/2019
When someone says the words “stained glass windows”, we
tend to imagine big impressive religious buildings. They are highly decorative
and truly magnificent, transforming any space where they are installed. There
are lots of interesting, lesser known facts about stained glass windows, which
you will find listed below.
After our wild and carefree
twenties, it’s time to face the reality that we’re not getting any younger and
step into thirties in great style. When we finally get over the fact that we’re
not 25 anymore and that we can’t turn back the time, it’s time to accept the
awful truth regarding the aging process. In our 30s, the skin slowly loses its
elasticity, the production of collagen decreases, and those tiny little lines
and wrinkles are becoming more and more frequent. Therefore, it’s crucial for
your face to be regularly cleansed and you should never go to bed without
removing your makeup beforehand. Since we live in an era where beauty hacks and
treatments are rapidly improving, it’s safe to say that your 30s can easily
become the new 20s with the help of different products and procedures. Here are
some tips for all the young moms on how to keep their skin fresh and glowy.
6/06/2019
If you are
planning a winter wedding, there are a few things to consider, the weather
being a major concern, of course. An outdoor venue might not be the best of
ideas, as the temperature, can drop to an uncomfortable level, and with that in
mind, here are a few tips on arranging a winter wedding in Australia.
Most people do
not get the nutrition they need. And this can lead to lower overall health.
However, one health, wellness, and beauty company have developed a unique
supplement system that provides 24-hour nutrition. That company, Jeunesse
Global, is helping its customers get an edge on the day with AM & PM
Essentials.