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Facing multiple debts at the same time? This is what to do

As of 2016, the average debt for Americans aged 35-44 was $133,100, according to the Federal Reserve’s Survey of Consumer Finances. Most of this debt is mortgage debt, with around 50% of this group carrying a credit card debt of $2,500 or higher.So, if you feel you’re drowning in debt, you’re probably right, but you aren’t alone. If you’ve decided it’s time to get out from under…
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Hiring the right contractor to avoid these 11 common roof problems

A home’s roof is one of its most important parts. Aside from being highly visible, the roof protects the home and its contents from the elements. When things are in good shape, a roof keeps the home cooler during the summer, warmer in winter, and dry on rainy days. However, a damaged roof may lead to serious issues, additional damage, and unnecessary exposure to harsh weather. Because of…
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To repair or replace? What to do as the back boiler gets older

Lockdown is a great opportunity to change and fix things at home. If you own a house that was built in the 1960s or earlier, chances are that your home has a back boiler. A back boiler works like most other boilers by providing heat to your home’s central heating system with some key differences, including the fact that it is installed behind your fireplace. Because these boilers are quite old…
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Fitness & Health

Keeping an eye out on your loved ones: 8 Warning signs of heroin addiction

Heroin remains highly addictive. In fact, individuals find they may become dependent on this drug with only one use. Users snort, inject, sniff, or smoke the drug, and addiction leads to changes in the brain and the user’s behaviour. What signs should men and women be looking for when they suspect a loved one has a heroin addiction? Changes in Appearance Changes in a person’s…
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Recipes

Recipe: Pastéis de Nata - Custard cake

Pastéis de Nata – Custard cake is an easy recipe to make at home and is one of the most popular pastry delights in Portugal that can be found in cafés and pastry shops all over the country.This recipe was kindly donated to London Mums by Martinhal Family Hotel & Resorts. Ingredients(for 12 to 16 units) 1 Lt half fat milk 400grs sugar 9 egg yolks 140 grs…
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Shopping in pandemic times

Shopping during lockdown has been quite challenging. Since day one, without a car I thought I could rely on online shopping only to find out that my strategy of no bulk shopping prior to self-isolation had been penalising for me. I have never been able to get a delivery because I don’t fall under a category of people who need assistance. However, I have finally found a great service that…
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Fashion & Beauty

Picking frames to boost your confidence

When making fashion choices, especially if you are planning to attend a special event, it is important to feel confident in all your decisions. This can be especially hard when it comes to getting new glasses and choosing a new style of frames. Knowing what will look good on you is hard to know, but there are some ways you can narrow down your choices. Photo by Designecologist from…
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Recipes

Recipe: Nectarine tartlets

With the Spring in full swing, it’s lovely to eat a fruity cake. Here’s a Vegetarian recipe for Nectarine tartlets that mums and dads can make with their children. It takes 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook. This recipe is for 6 servings. Ingredients: 125g plain flour 75g butter 50g caster sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract Nectarine peaches Zest of half a…
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Parenting Skills

Skills we need to teach our child before they leave home

With more time on our hands thanks to the lockdown, it’s understandable that many parents, like me, have started thinking about how little time we have left with our precious children. After all, your kids will eventually leave home, either for university or to start their own family. When they do move out, you need to make sure that they have all the adult insight and skills they…
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How to project manage your extension build yourself

With lockdown work has slowed down so money is precious these days. Building an extension to your London home is a great idea. In a city where space is at such a premium, it can often be better to work with what you already have that trying to move somewhere new. Extensions could add much-needed living space and could also add value to your house overall. However, you need to decide whether you…
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