Whichever way you look, consumer debt represents a major problem in the developed world. Unsecured consumer credit grew at its fastest rate in more than 11 years in the UK during January, for example, while this is a trend that is being replicated in nations such as the U.S. [Read more…]

As a stay at home and work from home mum, I have to say that saving enough for retirement is a big and genuine concern for me. While I love the freedom that comes along with being able to work from home it does have its drawbacks, and the lack of a company pension is one of them. [Read more…]

Trying to get the whole family out into the countryside for a stroll, never mind a hike, may be harder than you may think. Not only do we have to wait around for a dry day, but it’s also no fun if you feel like you’re dragging your kids out kicking and screaming. Yes, as parents, we are completely aware of how fun a walk in the countryside can be, but to a lot of children it just sounds as boring as cleaning their bedroom!

With this in mind, here are a few fun ideas that could change your child’s opinion of walking in the countryside for the better.

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It’s quite hard to believe that spring is on the way, isn’t it? We’re nearly out of those dark and wet winter months! So, it’s time to stop ignoring your outdoor space and figure out what fun things you can do to make the most of the better weather we have ahead.

The first thing that I would like to mention is that it really doesn’t matter how much outdoor space you have, it could be a small balcony or a few acres, it really doesn’t matter. There are plenty of projects that you can do as a family to create a fun and enjoyable outdoor space. [Read more…]

We all love our pets, and most of us consider them as part of the family. Whether we have a dog who loves us unconditionally or a cat who cuddles us on its own terms, we think of them as positive additions to the home, often making the home feel more complete. [Read more…]