POSTED: 14/04/2021
3 Ways to Pest Proof Your Home Once in a while, ants, spiders, rodents, and insects may invade your home. You may try to use pesticides and other traps to eliminate these pests, but preventing their entry in the first place is the best solution. Weather changes, especially the onset of winter, forces many pests to seek shelter in houses. If you can understand the entry points, you can limit or even eliminate such unwanted visits. Here are three tips that you can use to pest-proof your home. Use ...
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POSTED: 18/02/2021
Is Life Insurance Worth It? Life insurance. It’s one of those things that most people don’t really think about until they need it – and by then, it’s usually too late. So why don’t more people invest in life insurance early on? There are plenty of myths about life insurance, including the idea that life insurance isn’t affordable, that it’s not necessary for younger adults or that it only covers funeral expenses. You might be surprised to learn that life insurance is actually an incredibly ...
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POSTED: 24/01/2021
There’s always something about the smoking process that brings out more flavor on your meat and does help it become more tender. Because of this, more and more people are getting obsessed with this process. However, we also can’t deny that it’s harder to perfect than grilling. So, if you’re new to smoking, take note of these four mistakes most beginners make. This way, you don’t end up doing them, too. 1. Opening the Lid too often Smoking applies the process of cooking your food under low ...
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POSTED: 07/01/2021
How Much Does It Cost to Move in Australia? If you're moving house in Australia, you might be wondering how much it'll all cost. To help, here's a rundown of what you should factor into your moving budget. 1. Job duration It's pretty simple – the longer it takes to complete the job, the more it costs overall. While it's hard to give you a precise timeline, here's roughly how long the average job takes depending on the property size. 1-bedroom property: 2-3 hours 2-3 bedroom house: 3-6 hours ...
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POSTED: 22/12/2020
The 5 best florists to follow in Instagram Don’t you agree that Instagram was made for florists? The perfect place to showcase their wares, the platform is fast becoming the place to find creative, imaginative and knowledgeable florists. But among all that stunning floral photography, how can you find out which florists know their craft best, offering you the freshest and most creative arrangements? Whether you’re looking for wedding flowers, displays to brighten up your home or a gift for a ...
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POSTED: 15/10/2020
Architecture trends in 2020 Architecture and building design have never been more important in 2020 as we’ve been forced to spend more time at home in the wake of the pandemic. It’s made many of us reassess our home environment and think creatively about what we can do with the spaces we already have. For those who are designing a house from scratch, it’s a great opportunity to explore new and exciting ideas. This creativity has been reflected in building design, as you’ll see in our rundown of ...
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POSTED: 15/10/2020
Change of address checklist when moving interstate Moving house is said to be one of the most stressful of life's events. For a hassle-free move, follow our change of address checklist to help you navigate seamlessly to your new home. Six weeks before Reduce clutter in your house as much as you can. A good clear-out will mean you have less to pack and less to stress about. As soon as you know your moving date, get quotes from removal companies and book the best one in. Four weeks before Either ...
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POSTED: 08/09/2020
To say the world has changed because of COVID-19 is an understatement. The coronavirus pandemic shut down country after country, forced governments to reassess and restructure priorities, and made businesses rethink their systems and strategies. On an individual level, COVID-19 has compelled people to reflect upon their own priorities, reevaluate and revise their plans, and engage in more analyses before making decisions. But how exactly has COVID-19 impacted decision-making among Australians? ...
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POSTED: 02/09/2020
Life insurance is one of those big, slightly scary concepts that all of us must face. It never seems like the right time to discuss something such as life insurance. Many people put off starting a policy until the 'right time', and as many as 50% of people in New Zealand and 38% of Australian families reportedly have no life insurance at all. This type of insurance is a step towards ensuring that your loved ones aren't thrown into debt after you have passed away. Without this, your loved ones ...
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POSTED: 19/08/2020
Moving isn't often at the top of people's "things I love to do" lists. In many cases, moving is a dreaded experience that people avoid at all costs. But if transferring to a new residence is unavoidable, there are a few ways to make the process more tolerable. Here are five tips to make moving less overwhelming and easier to handle. 1. Stock up on Supplies Packing is probably the most time-consuming part of moving. And the last thing you want to happen is that you run out of supplies in the ...
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