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Different ways to create more space in your home

31/8/2022

Collaborative Post | When it comes to property, we all instinctively understand that bigger is better. On the whole, living in a mansion is preferable to living in a bedsit, because a mansion offers more space in which to live.

Many of us are willing to spend hundreds of thousands of pounds in order to move to a bigger home or to put an extension on our existing homes. In some cases, it’s possible to generate more space in your existing property, without doing any building work at all.

Let’s take a look at several of the most effective ways to generate space.

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Look at the garden

The chances are good that you’re storing items in your house that could just as easily be kept in the garden. Bicycles, chemical supplies, and rarely-used kitchen appliances can all be transferred to a handy shed, freeing up room in your home.

Convert the loft

You might have already gotten into the habit of throwing unwanted cardboard boxes up into your loft. But you might get even more from the space by converting it – either into a specialised storage area with shelves or into a liveable space. You might convert the loft into an extra guest bedroom, a home office, or a games room. Loft spaces can be a little bit awkward, thanks to the angle of the ceiling. Here’s where a fitted wardrobe can make the most of the space. We’ll have more on that shortly.

Add an extension

Actually expanding your property, as we’ve noted, is a surefire way to generate extra space. You might create an extension around the back of the property, around the side, or even as an outbuilding at the bottom of the garden. When planning your extension, you should think about the entire floor plan of the property, rather than thinking about the new additions in isolation.

Consider multi-use furniture

Your choice of furniture will have a big say in how much room you have on a micro level. Think about items that can serve multiple functions. In the living room, you might have items that can serve as tables, chairs, and footrests. Creative storage is usually enormously effective. Think about ottoman beds, which can be lifted to reveal masses of storage space. Getting made-to-measure wardrobes and other fitted furniture will also help you to avoid wasted space around the rear of your property.

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5 tips for getting your business retirement ready

30/8/2022

Collaborative Post | Regardless of how far off your retirement is, it’s never too early to start thinking of your long-term plan.

If you’re a business owner, you want to make sure your company is in the best possible condition ready for when the time comes to hang up your hat.

For those of you who are growing your own business, whether you wish to sell it off or pass it down as a legacy, here are five things you can do to prepare it for your retirement.

1. Build your brand

Building up a strong brand before you start preparing for retirement is essential for creating a firm customer base and appealing to potential buyers.

Increasingly, customers are finding new brands to engage with on social media, and research indicates that 90% of consumers are more likely to be loyal to brands that they follow on various social platforms.

If you’ve not found the time to establish your online presence yet, create the role for it within your company, or even farm out your social media activity to a digital marketing agency.

2. Expand while you can

Establishing solid growth is a great way to appeal to buyers, strengthen your legacy, and create a strong retirement nest egg to enjoy.

Take every opportunity to grow that you can, and make the most of the various software available to take some of the workload off your hands.

For example, companies such as Oleeo provide expert recruitment software designed to handle high volume hiring while still maintaining quality and diversity in your candidates.

3. Take park in your local community

Being active in your local community is a great way to build a name and business that lasts long after you’ve retired.

In fact, studies show that more than half of customers shop locally at least once a month.

Getting your name out in your local community is a fantastic way to start your growth and create a loyal base. Take part in local charities and causes and get your name out there. If you show your customers that you care about the community, then they’re more likely to care about your company.

4. Consult with financial experts

Receiving the advice of experts more knowledgeable than yourself is essential.

If you’re preparing to sell your business, then consult with a financial advisor. Not only can they prepare your company for sale, but they can also advise you on how to best manage your stocks and shares.

Ensuring that you have a good retirement nest egg in place and making sure your company’s financials are up to scratch is a must before you leave.

5. Have an exit plan in place

Regardless how far off you are from your retirement, it’s a good idea to have a plan for how you’re going to eventually wind down.

And, as the time gets closer, talk to your employees, and reassure them that you’re going to leave them in good, well vetted hands.

Are you a business owner who has recently retired? Share your tips in the comments below!

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Guide to hair removal

26/8/2022

Collaborative Post | Most bodies have hair and whether you embrace it proudly or want to remove it the choice is yours! If you do opt for the latter there is an abundance of ways to go about hair removal, and it can be overwhelming, so hopefully, this guide will help you understand your options.

Shaving

Shaving is the easiest and can be the most cost-effective option when it comes to hair removal and is also great when you’re in a rush with no time to prep. However, the results don’t last long and you can cause damage to your skin. If you do opt to shave, be sure to use a clean, fresh blade to reduce the risk of pulling the skin and causing any ingrown hairs.

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Waxing

Waxing lasts longer than shaving as it removes hair directly at the follicle and can leave you hair free for up to 6 weeks making it a popular alternative to other types of hair removal. From wax strips used with soft wax to hard wax, sugar wax and chocolate wax, there is a range of types that you can use.

Waxing can be difficult to do yourself (unless you have a high pain tolerance!) so you may consider heading to a local beautician who will be trained in this. With continual waxing, regrowth will be much finer and over time individual hairs may stop growing altogether leaving you with sparser coverage

Laser hair removal

While the outright cost of laser treatment is more expensive than other options, after a few sessions for many people this is a permanent way to remove hair.

Laser hair removal involves using a powerful laser or intense light to destroy the hair follicle, disrupting hair growth and removing unwanted hair. It can generally be used on all skin types but is most effective on those of us with light skin and darker hair

Trimming

If you aren’t looking for complete removal, trimming could be a great idea, especially for intimate areas. You can use an electric razor or a pair of scissors to cut the hair to your desired length while protecting the skin from the irritation that can occur with shaving.

Epilating

Epilating is similar to waxing in that hair is removed directly from the root. While it can be slightly painful, and some areas are more sensitive than others, it leaves skin smoother for longer and is great for short hair removal, unlike waxing. There is a range of epilators available including wet and dry, and there are also epilators specific for coarse hair which have more tweezer heads and stronger motors.

No matter how you choose to remove your body hair, or if you wish to keep it as is, remember that you are fabulous as you are!

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