Home renovation costs can put a dent in your dreams. The hidden costs are insane if you don’t know what you’re doing. First there’s demolition. There’s a cost of ripping out old materials and fittings before you even get started. Add to that the price of new materials and labour …
We’re living in a disposable age. If something is broken, people lack the time to fix their stuff. Many will simply buy new. This isn’t a fabulously frugal way of living and one that cost you money. Typical breakages occur with smartphones and washing machines. Then there are items we’re even …
We’ve already taught you a bunch of ways on how you can upgrade your home for your house to be a cost-effective place to live. Save on heating and cooling While we all love to stay cool in summer and warm in winter, we don’t love the cost. Heating and …
When it comes to renovating your home, the list of jobs can seem never ending. If the total cost of your renovations is enough to put you off, prioritise the kinds of home improvements that will eventually save you money. Consider these 5 upgrades and look forward to a more …
I’m freezing Winter weather, especially in Melbourne, is a test. Us mums have been battling the fierce winds of the school run with brellies, hats and puffer jackets on. I’ve been standing at the preppie line shivering with the rest of them. I’ve been giving my daughter extra hugs for …
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There’s devil in the detail. It’s in the detail that you’ll notice the difference between a good-looking property and one that knocks your socks off. It’s the little things that don’t show up on those super-stretched photos you see of houses online. Isn’t it so disappointing when you get to …
Every successful job depends on having the right tools. You may be constructing large homes or landscaping beautiful million dollar homes. Whatever your trade, you’ll know tools are key to any project. Technology is a great thing for this reason. It’s easy to find the right equipment with a quick online search these days. …
If you have not met me you might mistake me for one of those tight-lipped, spectacle-wearing mothers (I’m picturing The Nanny) who runs around her house with a clipboard in hand and with post-it notes hanging off her perfectly-ironed apron. And that in my dreams I whisper… checklist, checklist, checklist… while …
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If you love The Block TV show featuring in Australia, you’ll love this post! Read on to discover some quick tips on how to find a builder fast in your area. You can dream big here… All around our traditional home, townhouses are starting to appear. I even received a …
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Making simple savings are easy and there are plenty of clever ways to save around the house. Today I’m literally going from room to room looking to make some simple savings. Come along with me on this little journey and we’ll take a look at some small clever savings you can make today. …
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