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The Importance of Family Income Benefit

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When you start a family your first natural instinct is to protect them and of course, the main way that comes to mind is to do so physically but there are other ways in which you can protect them especially if something happens to you. Being able to secure their future financially is imperative but with so many policy choices available what do you opt for? Life insurance is one choice but perhaps a family income benefit would be more suitable to you and your family?

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4 Ways to Include Your Ageing Parents More in Your Children’s Lives

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As you get older and start a family of your own, it can often become more difficult to spend more time with your own parents. Family commitments and schooling can get in the way and if your parents are dealing with lower mobility, inviting them on family outings or getting them involved in the activities that you enjoy with your children is not always easy. But statistics show that elderly people who spend more time with their grandchildren tend to be happier and healthier, and it is always nice for kids to spend more time with grandma and grandpa. There are a range of steps that you can take to make it easier for your family to spend more time with your ageing parents.

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How Many Cloth Nappies Do I Need?

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When you first start looking into using cloth nappies, it can feel a little overwhelming but one of the most common questions that comes up is how many will I need?

How Many Cloth Nappies?

There are a few factors that will alter this which I will go into in this post but a quick answer (because you are a busy parent googling for info) is around 20-25 if you are planning on using cloth nappies full time.

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4 Smart Ways To Make Your Home Safe and Eco-Friendly

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In 2018, the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification increased dramatically from 296 in 2006 to 67,200 in 2018. This was proof that the need to adopt eco-friendly habits is of concern to most people across the country. However, apart from gaining certification from LEED, there are other ways each individual can take steps to be kind to Mother Earth. Here are a few eco-friendly ideas you can practice at home to do your part.

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How to Create a Great Outdoor Entertainment Area

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Being a good host is great, but it won’t be of much help if you don’t have a proper entertainment area. Deciding to move your entertainment area outside is a great idea, since it will keep your house mess-free after you have had guests. Here are some tips and tricks that are vital to having an amazing outdoor entertainment area.

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Easy Home Jobs To Do This Weekend

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Now that winter is looming over us, it is the ideal time to get those niggling home jobs done and dusted before it is simply too cold. 

Today we are going to take a look at some of the jobs and DIYs you can do around the house this autumn to ensure you have a cosy and relaxed home for the winter. 

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6 Items That Can Completely Transform Your Living Area

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The living area is one of the most used spaces in a home, so it’s understandable why many people want it to make an impression. While high-quality furnishings and paint colours can make a big difference, it’s not the only thing you should think about.

In this article, we are going to look at six items that can completely transform your living area. Sound interesting? Then keep on reading!

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