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Link (CC0 License) Whenever you encounter people talking about working from home, one of the first things they say is to have a home office. Okay, sure, having your own office at home is fantastic. In fact, it’s the dream for most of us. It would be ideal if you could lock yourself in a nice quiet room and work there all day. Unfortunately, the idea of a home office hinges on the assumption that you have the space for one in your home. If you don’t have a spare room or a garage – and aren’t willing to pay for an extension – this idea won’t suit you.  Instead, most people find somewhere to work in their home, usually ending up in the kitchen….

Image Courtesy of Pixabay Owning a home can be like a full-time job, especially if your home is old, large, or both. But even brand new builds need to be maintained and proper maintenance as and when it is needed can save both time and money by addressing issues before they become a problem. Basic decorating and cleanliness aside, there are some essential things that every homeowner needs to be aware of that can become a disaster if not treated correctly. Anyone who owns an older home might be aware of these issues, or then again they may not, but younger or inexperienced homeowners will definitely need to educate themselves on the pitfalls of improper property maintenance when it comes to certain things. Some of…

Image Credit Traditionally spring is the time of year to clear out the clutter in your home and downsize, but if you’re a minimalist you’ll have one eye on that all year through. Still, the springtime is a good chance to take stock of how you’re doing with your minimalist homemaking and take some basic steps to bring it up to scratch. Below you’ll find some fundamental ways to get your minimalist home in order this spring.  LOOK AT WHAT YOU’VE GOT The first step to minimising your home is to take a look at what you’ve got. You won’t know how to organise things until you know what you have to work with. Doing this will also teach you a thing or two about…