Homes & Gardens

Sustainability can look and feel luxurious while at the same time doing the earth a favour. We are all acutely aware of the need to reduce, reuse, and recycle and what better way than using recycled materials in and around your home?

We all should be eco-conscious in this day and age and being ‘green’ and eco-friendly goes a lot further than you may think. Not only does recycling help your immediate environment but it assists on a bigger global scale. If everyone started using composite products and spreading awareness of how great these products really are, a global shift towards...

As an adult, you need to make significant decisions in life, and that includes acquiring your own house. This kind of task is something that you need to think about carefully and thoroughly. It would be best if you made sure that your new home is the perfect choice for you and your family.

When buying a home, make it a point to scrutinise all corners to make sure the property that you are acquiring is worth your money. Also, check if it has garden railings or fences to keep your kids secure within your property. Here is some necessary advice to help you make the right decision....

It has been said that the three most stressful experiences to go through are the death of a loved one, a divorce, or moving house. One would think that moving would be a new chapter, a new beginning, or the start of a new adventure, but the reality is that packing up your entire life into a few boxes and trusting a company with safely moving everything you own can be incredibly stressful. Let’s not even mention that unpacking in a new location and the whole process itself can be traumatic and tiring, to say the least.

Creating a checklist of things to take care of before packing,...

A bridging loan is a great alternative to a typical mortgage. It’s flexible, quick and won’t cause you too much upheaval to get your hands on the cash you need to purchase a property. They’re often the best form of loan for homeowners who are struggling to bridge the gap between the completion date of their property and the purchase of a new property.

However, the instant access to cash will result in a significantly higher interest rate. With banks getting stricter on lending to property buyers, it can often end up in a financial catastrophe for some. Another great choice of...