New Year Resolutions: Energy Efficient Home Improvements

As we welcome 2013, many are looking at their own home and how they can improve it and, in turn, save money due to an increase in energy efficiency. Where many modern properties are incredibly energy efficient, older homes could contribute to a rise in monthly payments, unless some home improvements are considered. Ever since we moved into our circa 1920’s house I have been trying to small upgrades that we are finally starting to see nice returns from.  I know doing a boiler is a big expensive project, consider doing smaller ones unless you are able to afford a...

The handyman services ! who dabbles in finance

When I was younger I had a father who took pride in fixing things around the house.  This was not only the economical for him, but it also provided him a sense of accomplishment of handyman services.  He used to fix things for a local fitness club too and was very good at it.  I used to apprentice with him and he would take me out for ice cream after the job well done. Fast forward about 20 years and I have my own house and have a wife and kids.  I have learned to take on the same pride...