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Most Recent Consumer Advice Articles
Are you tackling a home DIY problem or looking for first hand advice from a local trader? Find the latest consumer advice articles below.
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Consumer Advice
How Can a VPN Service Help You Stay Safe Online?
The internet can be a scary place. Find out how a VPN service can keep you safe online.
23 April 2018 -
Consumer Advice
Roofing Advice: How to maintain your roof
You're supposed to inspect your roof twice a year to avoid any problems. What else should you be doing to keep the roof over your head?
13 April 2018 -
Consumer Advice
How to pick a horse for the Grand National
How many times have you looked over a list of Grand National runners and then thought ‘I don’t know what to pick’, that’s what we’re going to help you with.
11 April 2018 -
Consumer Advice
I'm quitting my job and I couldn't be happier! (Part 3)
I am sinking fast into this quicksand full of Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, and Tinder (well, maybe not Tinder) but please where do you start? And what are they all used for? And how do they work for my business?
09 April 2018 -
Consumer Advice
How to write a book
Whatever your ideas for your novel or book, ensure that you can picture the beginning, middle and end. You might do this by writing notes, drawing ideas or even keeping it all in your head...
03 April 2018 -
Consumer Advice
Why Do We Have Chocolate Easter Eggs?
Chocolate is a wonderful addition to any hungry belly but why eggs, why chocolate and why Easter?
01 April 2018 -
Consumer Advice
How to pitch article ideas to publications
Arguably the most important part of writing an article for a publication is ensuring that you know what your topic and angle are. Find out how to get started here.
28 March 2018 -
Consumer Advice
How can you tell if you have a puncture?
When you’re on a long car journey you pay attention to the road, how much petrol you have and whether any lights appear on your dashboard in order to warn you of impending doom. One thing that’s hard to ascertain though - unless it’s accompanied by a loud bang - is whether or not your tyre is about to go kaput.
23 March 2018 -
Consumer Advice
I'm quitting my job and I couldn't be happier! (Part 2)
Remember me? I’m the completely bonkers woman who is about to take the plunge into self-employment. This time I'm pondering how important a name is for my new business. A name is after all your identity.
23 March 2018 -
Consumer Advice
How to Permanently Delete Your Facebook Account
Considering deleting your Facebook account? Turns out its harder to do than you think...
21 March 2018 -
Consumer Advice
The UK's Gambling Problem is on the Rise and Must be Stopped
In recent years, we have seen the increase in the number of problem gamblers and those at risk of developing a serious gambling habit. To make it worse, the government and industry are not doing enough to tackle this issue. Thus, it is of the utmost impotence to ramp up promotion of responsible gambling, treat addiction, grapple criminal activity, and make gambling fairer and safer for everyone. We have all the knowledge and tools to make it happen.
20 March 2018