If you want to move your home in a stagnant housing market but can't afford the huge outlay require for putting in a new kitchen or building an extension, then how about making your home smart? Some small changes can make your home more desirable and stand out from the crowd in a busy housing market and in this article Jasmine Williams covers a few small changes that can make all the difference. … Read More »

Homeowners around the world have always been locked in a battle between the building they live in and the wildlife which surrounds it. If you don't maintain your property - even a little - then plants and creatures can begin to invade and do serious damage to your property, its value and maybe even your health,. … Read More »

Getting your home organised is often considered a very expensive endeavour, because many people think that they will have to buy special fancy boxes, baskets, bins, labels and all kinds of other organisational items, which cost a lot and are not always as useful as we think. But the truth is, that organising your home doesn’t have to cost even a penny, because you can easily use things you already have lying around to do it! … Read More »

In the business world, we’re always hearing, “you need to spend money to make money.” Or is that the saying at casinos? Regardless, the saying holds true in a variety of aspects, and it definitely applies to your home. Most people need to treat their home as an investment, and if you put the right amount of money into it at the right time, you can increase its value and essentially increase yours! … Read More »

There comes a time in our lives where we consider downsizing our homes. The reasons can include retirement, or that fact that you no longer have children living with you. It might be that you want to reduce your outgoings and feel a smaller mortgage payment or rent is suitable for life right now. Whatever the motivation is, it can be quite daunting. In this article we give you some tips on how you can Downsize with less hassle … Read More »

During the winter, the weather can go from one extreme to another. In Chicago, the polar vortex saw temperatures drop as low as 0 degrees Fahrenheit. These cold temperatures can have a big impact on the exterior of your house so in order to avoid potential damage and a costly repair bill we look at a few things you can do to prepare your house for the cold weather. … Read More »

Embarking on DIY projects at home can be daunting. The benefits are, of course, obvious. When you do things yourself, you get to both save money and enjoy a home you've helped to build. In this article we take a look at what you need to consider before you even pick up a tool. … Read More »

In the winter - especially during this harsh cold spell - if you have a plumbing emergency such as a burst pipe it can be easy to just find the first person in the local directory or online. While this may work most of the time, on occasion you'll end up spending more money and have higher stress levels than needed if you'd follow the few simple steps we outline in this article. … Read More »

If you're looking at saving some money or are living on a tight budget then the last thing you need is an expensive bill from an electrician when there may be a simple fix you can put in place. In this article we look at 5 things you should check before picking up the phone if you have an faulty electrical item. … Read More »

It's not the summer yet but it does pay to be organised. The Summer of 2018 was one of the hottest and longest on record in the UK and fans were must have in every office and they soon sold out. So stay ahead of the crowd and get yourself organised for the summer with these great tips from Juiley Paisley. … Read More »