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Staying at Home: Activities You Can Do During Your Downtime

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Ladies, if you’re like almost everyone around the world, you’ve probably been staying at home more than ever before this past year and a half because of the COVID-19 pandemic. You’ve been working from home, doing household chores, and catching up with everyone through video calls. Yes, you’ve been very busy, but do you still often find yourself at a loss to fill your free time at home?

Well, if you do, you probably just haven’t found an interesting and worthwhile activity you can do whenever you’ve got time on your hands at home. But there’s no need to worry. There are many great activities you can take up to pass the time at home. And sometimes, this means just keeping your hands busy.

Crafts

Do you remember your younger days when you made all sorts of stuff you gave out to family and friends? You had so much fun, right? There was a sense of accomplishment whenever you finished an item, and it also felt good when your family or friends appreciated your work. So why not get into the habit of creating trinkets, keepsakes, etc., again during your free time at home?

Chances are, many of the items you used to make were handicrafts. And there’s no time like the present-when you’re stuck at home-to start creating handicrafts again. Make friendship bracelets once more and renew your pact with your girlfriends. Or better yet, create matching dresses for you and the girls this time around.

If you want to go classic, you can get vintage patterns for sewing like those popular to help you make the dresses. You can also create items that’ll have practical use at home (so don’t give them away). For example, you can take up basket weaving to make bread, newspaper, or laundry basket.

Carpentry

Most of you are probably cringing or shaking your heads at the thought of taking up carpentry. Just because you’re a girl, that doesn’t mean you can’t try doing some carpentry work. Look at it this way. With carpentry, you’ll not only be doing something worthwhile with your free time at home but also learning a skill that could save you money in the future. It sounds like a good deal, right?

Of course, you don’t have to take on a big carpentry project (like building a house) from the get-go. Just start small and work your way up. For your first project, try repurposing old or broken home furniture. You can, for example, turn a wooden dining chair into a side table. Saw off the back of the chair and add the cross rails from the chair’s backto the legs of the soon-to-be table.

Then, after successfully repurposing several pieces, you’ll surely feel more confident in your carpentry skills, so you might as wellsee if you can already make wooden furniture pieces on your own. You never know-you might be able to give your home a makeover with new chairs or shelves that you made yourself.

Arts

When was the last time you drew something just for the fun of it (be honest)? For most of you, it was probably during your primary schooldays. Well, if it has been that long, it’s time to consider getting into the arts again and to rediscover why it was one of your favourite pastimes when you were a kid. Creating art is relaxing and helps keep your mind sharp, so it’s a great activity to take up while you’re stuck at home.

For starters, you can take out some pencils and sheets of paper and begin to draw or sketch. If you’ve got crayons, coloured pens, watercolours, or oil pastels, you can also use these tools for your artwork. Or maybe painting is more your thing. For painting, you’ll need to get yourself an easel, a palette, canvases, paintbrushes, and oil or acrylic paint.

You can also take up sculpture or word carving if you like creating objects, like crafts and carpentry. If you’ve already tried creating handicrafts and doing carpentry, the skills you acquired might even come in handy when you get into sculpture or wood carving.

Keep Your Hands Busy

Ladies, being stuck at home may leave you with a lot of time on your hands. Be sure you make good use of your free time by doing interesting and worthwhile activities. One simple way you can do this is by keeping your hands busy during your downtime at home. Choose the right interest or hobby to keep yourself occupied.

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Lucrative Businesses Ideas Today

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Investing money is a great way to make more of it. It also has the added benefit of giving you peace of mind in knowing that your savings are being taken care of. Nowadays, people will be able to earn more money by investing in lucrative businesses such as becoming a real estate property developer, selling products online, and even offering essential services to people within a community. Compared to sticking to a nine-to-five job, people are more likely to achieve financial success if they invest their time and efforts into lucrative business endeavors.

People know that investing is a good way to make more money. However, the problem lies in finding good endeavors to invest in. Therefore, it is important for people to do their research and learn about different lucrative businesses that they can invest in first before they make decisions. This way, they will not end up regretting their decisions in the future.

Lucrative Business Endeavors

There are a lot of different ways to invest your money, and some of them are better than others. But many people end up investing in things that lose value over time, instead of gaining it. They get stuck with investments that do not pay off for them financially or emotionally.

If you’re looking for great investment opportunities there are several businesses that can be profitable if you know which ones to choose from. These companies will give you an opportunity to make money while also enjoying the products or services that they provide their customers with every day. Below are examples of lucrative businesses that people can invest in.

Auto repair shops: Auto repair shops are necessary for car owners and these companies can generate a good profit over time. The best thing about investing in an auto repair shop is that you get the guarantee that you will never run out of clients and customers. After all, more and more people are owning cars these days. This means that people will always be in need of the products and services that auto repair shops offer to them.

Electronics repair shops: The best thing about investing in an electronics repair shop is that the demand for these services will never go down. In fact, as time passes by and more new tech devices are being created every year, the demand for electronic repairs will also increase. Therefore, you can expect to earn a decent profit by investing in an electronics repair shop.

Cleaning service: Investing in a cleaning service can be lucrative because of how many people need these services each day. Think about it, people need to clean their homes and offices daily. If you’re in the right location with a good reputation for your business, then there will always be customers coming in looking to hire someone reliable that they can work with on an ongoing basis. You simply have to establish a good reputation and keep your clients happy. Eventually, you will have more customers relying on you for your services. Before you know it, you will be basking in your business’s success. 

Personal trainer: Investing in personal trainers is also very lucrative. You can advertise your services and help people lose weight, get stronger, bulk up, and more. A lot of people lack the discipline to achieve their goals especially when it comes to making sure that their bodies are fit and healthy. Therefore, you will always have the guarantee that you will have a lot of customers always looking to hire the services you are offering.

IT support shops: These shops are also lucrative business endeavors because you can charge people to help them fix their problems and also have them purchase some equipment they might be in need of. As technology becomes more advanced, more people will be in need of IT support. Therefore, you will always have the guarantee that people will always be in need of your services.

Graphic design services: People need graphic designers to help them with their business materials, advertisements, and other things like posters. This is also a lucrative endeavor because you can charge people for the services that you offer them. With more businesses popping up every day, you will always have customers who will need your graphic design services to help them enhance their advertising and marketing strategies.

Businesses Worth Investing In

Finding lucrative business endeavors to invest in can be tough. You might not know where to start, or what type of business you want to invest in. There are a number of factors that need to be considered before making an investment decision on how profitable it will actually turn out for the investor and whether they can sustain the long-term expenses associated with running their own company.

Therefore, it is imperative that you think carefully about what type of business you want to invest in. There are many avenues you can go down before making your decision, but there are a few that stand out as some of the best businesses for investors. The key to success is doing your research and making smart choices and decisions.

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Eco Construction: Guide to Building a Rooftop Greenhouse

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Whether planting is your profession or hobby, a green house is one amazing gardening structure that’s worth considering. This type of building is used by many gardeners for its ability to offer a longer growing season. It is built with climate or temperature control specifications, allowing for a year-round harvest. Since it’s a covered structure, protection for your plants against harsh weather conditions won’t be an issue.

What’s more, greenhouses are suitable for growing more plant options and they are generally customizable too. The catch is, you need a good space for it. Most gardeners build their greenhouses in their backyard or any vacant lot, but ground space isn’t the only option. You can also build one on your rooftop. Read on to know how you can make this amazing green project happen:

Consult an expert for assessment

Before you start with the construction, you must first ensure if your rooftop is actually suitable for a greenhouse. You can call on a local contractor or architect to perform an assessment and determine if the orientation and age of your rooftop can support the structure. They can give you all the structural details and assessments of whether your house is safe for greenhouse construction. At the same time, they can give you an idea as to what building permits you’ll need to acquire for the build.

Plan for supplies and equipment

Depending on the type and size of your build, there are general supplies you should consider and obtain. These include concrete for foundation supports, galvanized steel or aluminum for beams and straps, patterned glass, insulation materials, and greenhouse plastic with a UV rating. You should also list down all the needed nutrients for the plants or vegetables you’re planning to grow. If you’re looking to grow hydroponics, you will need separate nutrient solutions for the plants. You can create your own plant buckets and planter boxes.

And since you’ll be building on your rooftop, you’ll need to obtain or rent the right type of equipment and gear for the construction. The good news is that most contractions readily have them. One important piece of equipment for the rooftop build is a heavy-duty mobile truck crane for moving heavy building materials up and down the structure. Many contractors will rent the equipment on your behalf. There might also be a need for a boom light for lighter lifts. Other pieces of equipment needed for the construction include a telehandler and scissor lift.

Add a liveable space

Creating a living space next to your rooftop garden can make gardening a better experience. You can go for a peaceful oasis or an entertaining space, depending on your needs. But remember, there is a restricted amount of weight the house can hold. Take into account the weight of your greenhouse before planning for the living space. You can get a licensed expert to check for structural integrity. They will ensure if the structure can support the extra weight of heavy materials such as furniture, tiles, or stones.

You’d also need to consider how you’ll move the furniture and items from down to up the rooftop. Lastly, the types of materials and furniture you’ll use to build the living space should be ideal for the local weather. If your area gets a lot of rainy days, you might consider building a roof for the space too. Or, choose a type of material that can withstand harsh climates. For instance, you can choose furniture made of wood such as cedar or acacia, which provide strong weather resistance.

Build for weather survival

Your rooftop greenhouse is the first one to get hit by storms or wind. That is why your house must be strong enough to have the greenhouse anchored into it. Whether you’re planning for a DIY project or you’re hiring a contractor, it’s best to check out rooftop greenhouse plans. You can find free ones online. Apart from the foundation, your greenhouse frame should be strong enough to withstand the weight of snow, high winds, and storms. Be sure to also choose the right covering film and hardware for your greenhouse.

The last thing you want to happen is for the greenhouse to collapse on your roof. Other things to consider include film accessories, doors, and benches.

A rooftop greenhouse can provide you with a unique gardening place and experience. Plus, it can help reduce the heat on your house and eventually, your energy costs too. Carefully plan your greenhouse construction using our tips and own an incredible gardening space for you and your plants.

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How To Do Home Maintenance Tasks: Step-by-Step Guide for Everyone

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You know that you need to do home maintenance tasks around the house to keep it running smoothly. But what if you don’t have a clue where to start? No worries! This post will give you step-by-step instructions on how to complete some of the more common technical home maintenance tasks around the house. If you follow these steps correctly and stay diligent with your upkeep duties, your home’s value should increase over time.

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Check the HVAC System Filters

It’s easy to forget about the HVAC system filters. However, you should clean these regularly and also make sure that they are in place so nothing can block them. This can happen once a year for most homes, but it may be necessary more often if there is a lot of debris or other types of particles around the house.

You should inspect the filters and replace faulty valves with durable ones like the 3 way solenoid valve every 12 months to ensure that the system is working properly.

Clean the Hood Vent in the Kitchen

The first step is to unscrew the front grill pieces from both sides of the range hood opening. Now, reach inside with a screwdriver or other sharp object and poke through all grease deposits until they are loose enough to come out.

Finally, shove them into an empty coffee can for disposal before reassembling everything. Don’t forget about cooking fumes while doing this work. 

Most people don’t realize the importance of a hood vent until they are cooking something on high heat and notice it takes forever for the smoke to clear. You might be able to tell by looking at your kitchen, but you can check if there’s any problem with the ventilation system by inspecting the filter.

Inspect Grout and Calking

Calking is a colorless sealant that fills the gaps between bricks and blocks. When you inspect calking, you check for cracks or missing pieces in the sealant. If there are any issues with it, use an appropriate filler to repair them before water can penetrate your home’s foundation and cause even more expensive damage. 

Check cracked areas that need sealing by applying new grout over old material! This will make sure no hairline cracks remain open so bacteria cannot get inside. 

Check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector

A smoke detector or CO alarm is an essential tool for detecting fires and carbon monoxide. These alarms are usually battery-operated, but they also have a power cable.  To test your smoke detector, just press the “test button.” If you hear anything at all, then it’s working and should not need replacing anytime soon.

If there’s no sound when you push the button, then replace the batteries asap because this means that either the unit has lost its charge or otherwise needs repair.

Conclusion

In conclusion, do not be afraid to tackle some of the more technical home maintenance tasks. You can do many things, but it’s always easier when you know the basics of what needs doing. Keep your eyes open for anything wrong in or around your house, and follow these steps if you detect any issue.

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How To Restore Your Home After A Flood

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Floods can be caused by bad weather, burst pipes, or an overflowing river. Wherever it comes from, flood water can cause a lot of damage that can be very expensive to sort out, often needing a lot of renovations. A lot of your possessions can be badly damaged too, which can be very upsetting. Here’s what to do if your home has been flooded. 

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Stop the Water at Its Source

If the flood has been caused by a storm or a river bursting its banks, then you know where the water is coming from. If the water is coming from somewhere inside your home, you need to the source. The easiest way to stop the water from doing more damage is to turn it off at the main water valve. 

Turn Off the Electricity

Turn off all the electricity to stop the water from causing dangerous damage to your electrics. Don’t walk through any water to access your fuse box. If you can’t reach the fuse box without going into the water, call an electrician, who will be able to help you safely. 

Leave the House

Leave the house and find somewhere safe and dry to wait, such as a neighbor’s house. Make sure everyone who was in the house is safe and with you. If the flooding has been caused by a natural disaster, you might be able to find a temporary shelter by listening to the local news. Get everyone relocated to the shelter as soon as you can, if there is one. 

Call For Help

When everyone is safe, call for help. Call rhe emergency services if anyone needs medical attention. No matter what’s happening in the house, the damage has already been done, so worry about the safety of your family first. When everyone is safe, start calling for help to handle the flood. 

If you rent your home, call your landlord. If you own your home, call your insurance company. Your insurance company might want to send someone to you to look over the damage before you can start cleaning up. 

Document Everything

You’re going to want to start cleaning as soon as you can, but try to hold off. Before you can start cleaning, you should document everything with pictures and videos so your insurer can see how much damage there is. Make sure you don’t touch the water as you’re doing this, as there could be sewage in it. Before you go inside, put on some protective gear, such as waders or waterproof boots. 

Start the Cleanup Process

Cleaning up after a flood is a long process with a lot of hard work, and you might need help from a Property Damage Restoration Company. You need to get the water out, rescue as many of your belongings as you can, get your house dried out, and disinfect any areas that the water has touched. Wear protective gear while you’re working, so you can avoid getting into contact with any bacteria. 

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The Most Vital Investments To Make In Your Car’s Safety

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The number one priority for any driver should be ensuring that their car can get them from point A to point B as safely as possible. This isn’t just down to how well they can drive and adapt to risks on the road, but it also depends on how effectively they can manage the vehicle itself. There are several upgrades you can invest in to make your car safer, here are just a few of them.

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Get gadgets to watch behind you

There is a lot of car safety tech out there and it might seem difficult to decide which ones are going to best suit you and your vehicle. However, those that help you better see behind you and your blind spots can be a great help. Blind-spot warning systems are becoming more common, and you may also want to install a reversing camera. Reversing without a good idea of what might be behind you and in your environment can be a risk to other people, not to mention a risk of damage to your car.

Ensure your tyres are quality

Your wheels are where the car meets the road, and the tyres determine how much grip they have and how much you can control your car’s momentum. The better your tyres, the better your grip, momentum, and ability to deal with wet or hot tarmac. A tyres service can help you choose the tyres best suited to your vehicle and make sure that you’re taking the appropriate care of them. Aside from investing in quality, be sure to start looking for replacements when the treads start to wear.

Keeping up with the electricals

Most modern cars have a wide range of electrical systems that keep the various features running as best as possible. While you should pay attention to the warning lights that flare up when this system notices something isn’t right, you should also be aware of the fact that these systems can start to fail after some time. If your car’s electronics are proving to be unreliable, then you might want to look at auto-electrical services and consider replacing the system inside your car. Tech fails at some point and it’s going to require you to either replace the car or replace the electrics.

Making the car more stable

This tip is better suited to those who are, in particular, still developing their driving skills. If this is your first car or you’re sharing the car with a new driver, then electronic stability control (standard on most newer vehicles) can help prevent the loss of the car by applying the brakes if the driver starts to lose control of the wheel. As mentioned, this feature comes as standard in most cars that have been made in the past ten years, so it’s only really a necessary upgrade for older cars.

If you want to be safer on the road, then you have to start with the car. The investments above are just the start, you will be able to find more with a little research.

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Ford For Thought: 5 Reasons Why It’s Still The Ultimate Car Manufacturer

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Ford For Thought: 5 Reasons Why It’s Still The Ultimate Car Manufacturer

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The Ford Motor Company is nearly 120 years old and has been one of the world’s most popular manufacturers for generations. While experience and familiarity play a role, there are many more reasons why people stay loyal to the US manufacturer.

Whether you’re a first-time driver or looking to change your vehicle in the near future, the following reasons are why you should consider Ford.

The Extensive Range

Ford has spent many years developing its range of vehicles. The current family includes a wide selection of SUVs, commercial vehicles, and family cars. Likewise, they offer a variety of special edition vehicles like the Everest. From reliable family favourites like the Ford Focus to practical solutions, such as the Ranger, you won’t be left disappointed.

Similarly, the fact that the Ford brand has delivered world-class vehicles for generations should not be ignored. The used marketplace is blessed with some outstanding 

Greener Driving

Protecting the environment is a priority for a growing number of drivers. The electric vehicle market is growing while there are now dozens of models available. Ford has been a major force in the evolving landscape. Crucially, its plug-in hybrids are perfect for drivers who want to reduce carbon footprints but aren’t ready for a full EV. Ford offers versatility. 

As well as providing greener driving, Ford finds the right balance to maintain comfort and performance. So, you can be responsible and still enjoy your ride.

Affordability

Ford is one of the most popular brands on the market because it is open to the masses. Despite using some of the best tech, the Ford family of cars are competitively priced. Furthermore, finding Ford car parts is easy. Therefore, drivers can improve their vehicles or fix faults quickly and without breaking the bank. This is great for drivers of all backgrounds.

Likewise, car insurance quotes for Ford vehicles are often lower than what they’d be for comparable models from other brands. This is an equation for success.

Reputation

Fords are known for reliability. Perhaps more importantly, Ford drivers are often assumed to be sensible. While we all know that it is an issue that changes from one driver to the next, you should not overlook the impact of general perceptions. It can only be a good thing that you won’t be in a car that is regularly caught for speeding. Life will be less stressful.

Whether it’s from law enforcement or other road users, improved responses are ideal. Better still, those benefits will start from the very first day that you buy your Ford vehicle.

Fun

The practical elements are great, but you deserve a car that can provide a lot of enjoyment behind the wheel. Aside from an extensive range of models, the Ford family includes a wide range of trims and ad-ons. As mentioned, finding parts for modifications is a simple task too. Whether you love the process or just want to enjoy the rewards, Fords are the answer.

Regardless of your circumstances, there will be a Ford model on the market that can satisfy your driving needs. You will never look back.

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What Happens When You Switch From Smoking to Vaping?

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What Happens When You Switch From Smoking to Vaping?

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There’s no denying that more regular smokers are switching to vaping in an effort to curb their long-term smoking habits. Many people also use vaping as a bridge towards the ultimate goal of quitting altogether.

You’re probably reading this because you’re thinking of making a move from smoking to vaping, but you have some unanswered questions. You may even have some worries about vaping, and some online searches might have proved fruitless.

If you’re new to vaping and want to educate yourself on the subject fully, and you want to eventually quit your smoking addiction or habit, the following information will tell you all you need to know:

Vaping Is Less Harmful Than Smoking

The main issue with smoking is that you inhale all kinds of toxins, and they end up lingering inside your body. What’s more, regular smoking can cause permanent damage to your vital organs and even lead to long-term medical conditions and diseases.

Many smokers are aware of those facts, and that’s why vaping has become an alternative option that is constantly growing in popularity. For example, people who smoke cigarettes won’t inhale tar when they switch to vaping; tar is a leading carcinogen.

You’ll Have to Get Technical

If you’ve never owned or used a vaporizer before, you’ll need to educate yourself on the various components and how they work. For instance, you can buy portable vaporizers or “vape pens” you can take anywhere instead of desktop ones you might use in your home.

Portable vaporizers also need batteries, such as those from Bloom Farms Wellness, to operate. The batteries are rechargeable via a standard USB cable, meaning you can usually charge it from the same cord as what you’d use for your smartphone.

You’ll also need to familiarize yourself with technical terms like atomizer, e-juices, cartridges, and more. Take a look at this article from Wikipedia for further information as a starting point in your educational journey.

You Won’t Annoy Other People

A bugbear that people have when they are near smokers is they end up passively smoking as well, whether they want to or not. Plus, smokers and those that are often near them will end up smelling of tobacco or whatever else they smoke during the day.

When you vape, whether you choose a nicotine vape or something different like one of these THCA vapes, the only thing that gets emitted is steam from the vaporizer. If someone vapes using a scented e-juice, for example, you might occasionally get a sniff of tolerable scents like orange, lavender, or vanilla.

As you can imagine, most people would prefer hanging around those that vape instead of those that smoke cigarettes or other items.

You Can Control Your Nicotine Intake

Lastly, when you start vaping, the good news is you don’t have to “make do” with a set amount of nicotine in your e-juice as you would with regular cigarettes. Many people that wean themselves off nicotine do so by lessening their intake each time they buy new e-juice.

If that’s something you would like to do, you will almost always find a vast choice of e-liquids available with varying levels of nicotine.

You’ll eventually reach a point where you have minimal nicotine intake, and your body gets used to it, giving you the option to quit vaping and consuming nicotine for good.

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5 Post Pandemic Dating Tips

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Now that restrictions are finally lifted many people are keen to get back on the dating scene. If you’re finding the prospect a little scary, check out these five post pandemic dating tips.

1 . Get Prepared

If you haven’t dated in a long while you might be feeling a little overwhelmed right now. Getting yourself prepared will help you to feel better. Dating preparation looks different for different people. For some of us it’s choosing a new outfit, for others it’s asking our friends for a pep talk. On the day of the date, it might be something little like brushing your teeth right before going out, doing your hair, or even adding some pheromones onto your skin after your perfume to help give off the right impression on your date. Here are a few general ideas to inspire you:

  • Treat yourself to something that makes you feel fabulous, whether it’s a pre-date manicure or a new lipstick!
  • Meditate and breathe deeply, it’s normal to feel nervous, observe that feeling and let it pass.
  • Had a few bad dating experiences in the past? It’s time to let that go. Move forward from those memories and prepare for new horizons. 
  • Free yourself from dating misconceptions and approach the journey with an open mind.

2. Gain Perspective

If you’re feeling a little nervous it’s time to gain a little perspective. Remember, your date is probably feeling just as on-edge. It’s been a long while since we’ve been able to date in-person, and so it’s bound to feel a little strange!

Worried you’ll run out of things to say? Write a few notes before you go! Don’t take the notes with you, (that’ll be awkward if they fall out of your pocket)! Just brainstorm a few conversation topics that you can refer back to if you draw a blank.

3. Virtual if you prefer

Remember just because you can date in person doesn’t mean you have to. If you’re not feeling comfortable, then stick with virtual dates. Lots of people will still prefer to do this, it’s okay to wait until you are ready. Of course virtual dates tend to be a bit more awkward, so it’s best to keep the date pretty short.

4. Little Steps 

If going for dinner with a stranger seems way too much right now, take things back to basics. Suggest a quick coffee or a walk in the park, take things slowly and at your own pace. We are all keen to get back out into the world, but four dates in one week might be a bit overwhelming! Choose one person from a dating app who you feel the most connection with, and go from there.

5. Have fun with it 

Dating is meant to be fun, so ensure that you are having fun with it! Don’t date for the sake of it. If you’re not enjoying the experience then don’t put yourself through it. Check out alternative ways to have fun whether it’s phonechatlines.com articles or secret parties!

Dating after the pandemic is what you make of it. Don’t worry about what anyone else is doing, just focus on your values and your preferences. The dating scene can be tough, but it can also been plenty of fun.

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3 Boxes To Tick When Selling Your Home

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If you are planning on putting your property on the market this year, being prepared is the key. It is not just about making sure that you price your property right and have a big sign outside of your home. There is a lot more to selling a home than this. So, let’s take a look at some of the different things you need to do.

  1. Make sure your home is in perfect condition – The first thing you need to do is go around your home and inspect it to determine any maintenance tasks that need to be carried out before you put your property on the market, from septic tank pump-outs to plastering, there are so many different things that may need to be fixed in order to get your home in perfect condition. It is critical to do this because it can increase the chances of a quick sale and prevent there from being any problems during the property survey part of the process.
  2. Put together a marketing plan – If you want to sell your property quickly, marketing it effectively is a must. It used to be a simple process. You would hire an estate agent. They would place an ad in their window. People would walk past and that is how interest would be generated. However, in today’s digital age, there are so many different ways that people can search for homes, so you need to make sure you are in all of the right places. This includes the likes of social media and online listing websites. Of course, your estate agent should do all of this for you, but there is nothing stopping you from getting a better understanding and putting yourself out there or at least keeping your estate agents honest by having the required knowledge.
  3. Stage your home so that people can imagine themselves living in it – The final piece of the puzzle is to stage your home in a manner that is going to appeal to property viewers and enable them to imagine living in it. One of the biggest hurdles for people when viewing a property is that it feels like someone else’s home and so they cannot imagine themselves living in it. This is why you need to work hard to make sure that your property is staged in a neutral way that brings out the best assets of the home but presents it in a blank canvas that people can build upon. You could hire a home stager to take care of this for you, yet there are lots of great articles and advice pieces online that will help.

So there you have it: some of the different things we advise you to do if you are going to be putting your property on the market in the near future. Tick all of the different boxes above and you can be sure that you will give yourself a great chance of selling your property at a price you are happy with.

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