Pay off your credit card, invest in your pension - here’s what you can do with your monthly mortage savingsPaying off credit card debt, topping up your pension or saving for a rainy day are among the options for mortgage holders who find they now more money in their pockets following the recent ECB rate cutFri Jun 28 2024 - 10:32
Stop using fabric softener – your clothes will be just as clean, if not even cleanerClothes not smelling like ‘morning silkwood’ or any other AI-named ‘fragrances’ is something we can live withoutSun Jun 23 2024 - 06:00
‘My mother said: I would be proud to be buried in a coffin that you made’What I Do: Martin Boyle makes green coffins out of willow in Co DonegalFri Jun 21 2024 - 05:00
How to stop junk mail coming through your letterboxReduce unwanted flyers coming through your letterbox and lighten your green bin with these tipsSun Jun 16 2024 - 06:00
‘Has being a dad changed me? Yes’: Tom Dunne, Fiachna Ó Braonáin and Graham Knox on fatherhoodTo celebrate Father’s Day, we talk to some well-known dads about becoming fathers and navigating parenthoodSun Jun 16 2024 - 05:00
Would you buy a home seized by the Criminal Assets Bureau?Ex-council houses, country homes, apartments, plots of land, mobile homes and industrial premises are all up for grabs at auction on behalf of the StateMon Jun 10 2024 - 05:45
How to have a more eco-friendly barbecueLet the garden grow wild, avoid balloons and forgo the red meatSun Jun 09 2024 - 06:00
Flushing old medicines down the toilet can make the planet sick, so how should you dispose of them?Take your out-of-date pills and unused potions to dedicated disposal services, and always finish your course of antibioticsSun Jun 02 2024 - 06:00
Can we finally say goodbye to shaming women for letting their hair go grey?A new generation of women are reclaiming time, power and money by allowing their natural locks to shine throughSat Jun 01 2024 - 05:00
Children’s birthday party bags are a scourge. Here are some alternativesThe single-use plastic bags and bits quickly end up in the bin or the Hoover so why do we do it?Sat May 25 2024 - 05:45
What’s the right mortgage protection for you?Age, illness, cost and the potential to switch are all factors to consider when looking at optionsFri May 24 2024 - 12:01
Mayo property matchmaking scheme links buyers with vacant homesThe county has one of the highest vacant property rates, and the council is pulling out all the stops to fix itFri May 24 2024 - 06:00
Third-generation shoemaker: ‘When my grandfather started out, they were repairing a thousand pairs a week’What I Do: Michael Tutty is a shoemaker in Naas, Co KildareFri May 24 2024 - 05:30
Save money, save the planet: How to dry your clothes fasterThere are also lots of other things you can do to make drying clothes cheaper and kinder to the environmentSun May 19 2024 - 06:00
How to be self-disciplined: ‘Choose what you want most over what you want now’Letting people know you don’t want to be disturbed and having an accountability partner can keep you focused on your long-term goalsSun May 12 2024 - 06:00
Buying a bank: closed rural branches being transformed into homesBank buildings are usually well-maintained, centrally located and have stylish period features, and grants are available to convert them to homesWed May 08 2024 - 06:00
What age are you? How much did that cost?: Here’s how to deal with intrusive questionsWe all know one – a newsgather, a data-seeking busybody – who has a knack for ambushing with questionsSun May 05 2024 - 06:00
A three-day family trip around Co Waterford: ‘the most amazingest day ever’ is the kids’ verdictsFor holidaymakers in search of fun activities, tasty dining and a chance to connect with history, Waterford is an ideal, family friendly optionSun May 05 2024 - 05:00
Hosting language students can boost your family’s financesYou need to pay attention to the cost of an extra person or two around the house but rent-a-room relief means anything you earn should be tax freeFri May 03 2024 - 10:34
Is Dublin still an option for first-time buyers?People who grew up in the capital used to be able to live within reach of family, but for many that ship has sailedMon Apr 29 2024 - 06:00
How to praise children: Don’t link ideas of being ‘good’ with being quiet and compliant Parents should focus on praise for effort rather than outcome or achievement, says psychologistSun Apr 28 2024 - 06:00
An Irish stonemason: ‘I want to upskill homeowners to carry out some of the work themselves’What I Do: Eóin Madigan is a sixth-generation stonemason in Ennistymon, Co ClareFri Apr 26 2024 - 07:00
Renovations on the rise as more Irish homeowners decide to stay putMarket forces mean people are choosing affordable improvements, with bathroom revamps ‘huge’Fri Apr 26 2024 - 00:00
How to manage stress: maintain a consistent sleep routine, get to bed early and down screensIf we experience stress repeatedly and over time, it can become quite chronic. Constant, unrelenting stress means boundaries and self-care are in perilSun Apr 21 2024 - 06:00
The rationale for moving from Dublin to commuter counties has never been strongerCombination of Government incentives and hybrid working is allowing people to find better value and quality of life along the traditional commuter beltMon Apr 15 2024 - 06:00
How to choose activities for your kids: start with understanding their personality Paediatric psychologist says if your child is open to trying lots of things, it’s a good thing to follow their leadSun Apr 14 2024 - 06:00
‘It is lovely to see a six-year-old child planting a tree. When he is 25, he will have memories with that tree’What I do: Dr Navchetan Singh is an EcoSikh Ireland founding member and volunteerFri Apr 12 2024 - 07:00
How to tell your child about your diagnosis: Tell the truth from the start and talk about your emotionsChildren don’t think asking about death is taboo, which can be an assetSun Apr 07 2024 - 06:00
‘A lot of kids are stuck sitting down at school all day and it doesn’t work for them. It just doesn’t’Hannah Morgan is a therapeutic riding coach in Festina Lente, Co WicklowFri Apr 05 2024 - 07:00
Probate sales: What you need to know and do to make the process as painless as possibleWhen selling or buying a house that is part of a deceased person’s estate, there are steps to avoid slowing down the processWed Apr 03 2024 - 05:45
How to stop being a people pleaser: prioritise yourself, ask what’s in it for you – and just say noThere should be no shame or guilt attached to listening to your own needsSun Mar 31 2024 - 06:00
Dropping out of college? Timing is key in avoiding costly decisions Ireland has one of the highest rates of students progressing to third level but the number who leave their course between first and second year is risingFri Mar 29 2024 - 12:48
How to be supportive during Ramadan: yes, it’s okay to ask questionsNon-Muslims can even invite Muslim friends around for iftar, the meal to break their fastSun Mar 24 2024 - 06:00
The GAA team for children with additional needs: ‘It’s a real joyful vibe and something totally different’At Ranelagh Rockets, children are free to regulate, have meltdowns and progress in an understanding and nonjudgmental environmentSat Mar 23 2024 - 06:00
Is it a good idea to still be paying your mortgage at age 70?With some 44% of first-time buyers now over 35, more and more home-owners will be facing loan repayments into retirementWed Mar 20 2024 - 05:30
How to celebrate success: Acknowledge the work you put in and be authenticOur ability to celebrate something can hinge on how much that achievement actually means to usSun Mar 17 2024 - 06:00
How to forgive someone: remember that everyone makes mistakes, just like youForgiving someone can reduce our stress levels, and it also helps us to trust people in futureSun Mar 10 2024 - 05:30
What happens if I take a break from paying my mortgage to give me extra cash?Mortgage holidays can give you some breathing space when times are tight but, like all holidays, the bill falls due eventuallyFri Mar 08 2024 - 12:40
Clutter, swirly carpets and bold colours: Interiors mistakes to avoid when selling your homeFollowing a few simple steps can bump up the price and speed of your saleTue Mar 05 2024 - 06:00
How to stop emotional eating: firstly, identify what causes you to reach for the biscuitsMindless munching is a temporary fix that masks the real issue. Remember, if you are feeling tired or lonely, food won’t fix itSun Mar 03 2024 - 06:00
How to retire to Portugal: cost of living differences, property and the new tax changesWhile the golden visa may be on the way out, the climate and cost of living still has much to appeal to Irish retireesSun Mar 03 2024 - 05:00
How to be yourself at work: Be realistic, separate your identity and have boundariesSharing too much without consideration to your own boundaries can backfire personally and professionallySun Feb 25 2024 - 06:00
Ten things to think about and plan before buying your new homeMake sure you have all the boxes ticked when it comes to the biggest purchase of your lifeFri Feb 23 2024 - 06:00
Rightsizing: The ins and outs of moving to a new and more manageable home in older age Lower energy and heating costs, less maintenance and a better, safer layout – there are many reasons to change house in later lifeWed Feb 21 2024 - 05:45
Something old, something new: Should you buy a new or second-hand home?There are pros and cons to buying both new-build and second-hand properties. Here are some factors to considerMon Feb 19 2024 - 05:45
How to know if it’s time to quit your job: firstly, determine why you want to leaveIf it’s due to boredom, that may not be the worst thing, depending on your life stage or stage of careerSun Feb 18 2024 - 06:00
Workplace romance: All that excitement can come at a high priceWhat if the relationship doesn’t work out? You may still have to see each other every daySun Feb 11 2024 - 06:00
Put a lump sum in European banks right now and you’ll get hundreds more in interestIrish customers have access to rates across Europe that cast local options in a poor lightFri Feb 09 2024 - 10:06
Is romantic Ireland dead and gone? These five love nests suggest notIreland has been home to many a love story, and these intoxicating properties could provide the perfect setting for your ownWed Feb 07 2024 - 06:00
‘Finishing their sentences isn’t helpful’: How to talk to someone who stammers‘Show you are comfortable - keep natural eye contact, make nodding gestures, use facial expressions’Sun Feb 04 2024 - 06:00
