Recent statistics have shown that the average home budget has grown markedly in recent times, with an average increase in household expenditure of £554.20 revealed in April 2017. However, there’s no confirmation whether such an increase in spending can be supported, while there remain concerns that at least some of the uptick in consumer spending may be driven by debt.  But how can you create, track and manage a viable budget over time, and what are the key considerations in the current climate? Track Your Budget by Category Budgeting requires you to define and organise your expenses, usually in concise…

A clean home can help to reduce stress and improve your mood. Most people enjoy living in a clean and tidy home – even if they hate actually cleaning it. The trick is to find a cleaning routine that works for you and your lifestyle. You could clean little and often, so you don’t have to spend an entire day doing housework. You could make a chores chart to spread the cleaning across your family. Everyone can do their bit so you can live in a nicer home.  The Anxiety and Depression Association of America found that cleaning combined with…