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Signs of a Nightmare Landlord

When you’re trying to find the rental of your dreams, it’s easy to ignore glaring warning signs in a competitive rental market. Be prepared to assess your landlord—the rental won’t mean anything if your landlord makes life a nightmare. If you’re considering renting from an owner-landlord, these are the essentials that you need to know.   Neglected Maintenance Appearances matter, and if it seems your landlord doesn’t care about the impression his or her property is making, you’ll want to steer clear. Are the house and lawn both cared for? If you see obvious signs of damage around the building,…

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How to divide an inheritance without starting a family feud

The heartbreak of losing a loved one can be exacerbated if the distribution of their estate turns into a legal battle among family members. While it is not always easy to stay serene, there are options that can ease the process, from making sure the estate is legally divided before your loved one passes away, to holding a “sentimental auction” for sorting heirlooms. Here’s how to divide an inheritance as smoothly as possible, given the circumstances… Be reasonable over property As part of a will of inheritance, multiple people may become joint owners of a property. If only one party…

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Tips for Enjoying Life in a Flat or House Share

Renting a room in a flat or house with people you don’t know can obviously be a bit of a daunting experience. However, with house prices forever increasing, especially in really desirable cities like London, it’s becoming a really popular and fantastic option for those without the funds to rent alone. If it’s something you’ve been thinking about, we’ve put together some tips for how you can get the most out of this experience so it becomes a really positive one, not just for your bank balance but also for your social life! Choose the room wisely It goes without…

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An Eco Friendly World: Why the “Green Movement” has become so popular

Over the past several years, the concept of “going green” has quickly become a major mantra for businesses, institutions, and just individual people in general. What exactly does going green mean though? For most people, it means doing and purchasing things that contribute to the creation of an eco friendly world which basically just boils down to things that cause no harm to the surrounding environment. If we examine it a little closer, this means items that either break down naturally (biodegradable), are recyclable, or easily reusable. The reusable grocery bag, for instance, is fantastic example. Not only are reusable grocery…

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How to Find the Best Nanny

Finding a nanny to look after your children can be a headache. Putting that headache into the hands of a domestic household staffing agency is always the best way forward for many reasons. The professionals know what to look out for whereas over-protective parents may miss the mark. By seeking advice, parents may find that their fears can be overcome easily, especially when they know what being a nanny involves. When hiring a nanny, the best thing is to either hire someone who you already know, or get the services of a domestic household staffing agency. Duties Expected of a…

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