As the prices for power consumption continue to rise, there is a strong need for people to reduce their use of electricity in order to avoid paying a hefty price. Finding the right ways to reduce the electricity that you consume may be too hard for some, especially those who are operating in the com
I’ll start right out by saying that the answer is usually “no”. But there are exceptions. Retirement accounts are like . . . I don’t know . . . delicious pork barbeque. Once you’ve put all the necessary ingredients on to cook, you don’t have to mess with it a grea
One month into 2015, if you are still sticking with your new year's resolution, you should be proud. For those trying to sell their home this year, though, there is no choice but to continue with the long-term plan. As new contenders enter the market, spurred on by their own goal, you will have to m
Estate agent contracts are not just complex, they can cost you time and money. Therefore, you need do all you can to understand what you are signing. The agents want your business so feel free to challenge anything you are not comfortable with. Here are some tips to help you. Don’t acc
If you are selling your home in the UK this year, there is one thing affecting the market that you will be all too aware of: the 2015 general election. Uncertainty always surrounds an upcoming vote, as any new party could introduce a drastic new policy that could change the property marke
It’s easy to get overwhelmed when moving house, but there are small things that you’ll have to remember to do amidst the chaos. Some of these details may be considered obvious and basic, but something the obvious things are the ones that get overlooked. If you’re moving house, be s
First impressions count. Whether you are on a date or going for a job interview, if people decide they do not like what they see, that negative view tends to linger. When it comes to romance, there are plenty more fish in the sea, but when it comes to selling your home, you may not fi
Market overview From Belfast to the Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland is a popular tourist destination in the United Kingdom. Like many countries, the economy was hit badly in the financial crisis, but the property market has seen growth since, with house prices climbing steadily, fuelled b
Is pimping up your humble abode on your to-do list for the year ahead? Have you been convinced/nagged/harassed into doing some DIY? Well, never fear, pimping up your home is a relatively easy thing to do and we have some simple techniques for jazzing up your indoor space over the year ahead. Okay,
As January nears its end, homeowners around the country who made cleaning the house their New Year's resolution may be considering handing in the towel. For those trying to sell a property, though, cleanliness is not an option: a tidy home is more likely to sell. Consider it from a buyer's perspect
Carol McDonald