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Using Your Credit Cards the Right Way

Photo Source Collaborative Post¦ Most of us put off taking credit cards out. At the end of the day, if you’re financially responsible and don’t run into any unexpected costs, … Read More

UK Lockdown in our House: Weeks 12 -18

Is this still lockdown? I’m not sure anybody knows quite what it is anymore! I mean, most things are back open, but in another respect things still aren’t ‘normal’. Although, what is normal, anyway? It’s looking pretty likely that things won’t ever be quite the same again, or at least not for a long time. In many respects, we are still acting like we’re mostly in lockdown. This is largely down to the fact that I recently found out I’m pregnant! (This is also the reason my lockdown updates have been abysmal!!) In spite of mostly being at home still, we’ve actually done a lot over the last 6 weeks!

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Celebrating a landmark birthday in partial lockdown

Collaborative Post¦ Last Sunday it was my Nan’s 80th birthday. However, in these odd times, our family wasn’t entirely sure how to celebrate it. Thankfully, lockdown has eased enough for us to be able to celebrate, although it wasn’t perhaps how we usually would have done. In spite of this, we found lots of ways to make her day truly special and memorable!

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Divorce delusions: The most common divorce misconceptions

Collaborative Post¦ Sadly, a large percentage of marriages end in divorce. And while it’s safe to say that most couples don’t intend to ever get divorced, when things do begin to turn sour, it can be difficult to understand the upcoming divorce process. Consulting with a family and divorce lawyer like Bridgeport divorce lawyers will help you not only better understand the divorce process but also know your rights in the court of law.

Thanks to a general lack of knowledge and experience in the subject, it can leave many individuals on the backfoot when it comes to filing for divorce and walking away from the relationship with the means and the confidence to start the new chapter of their life. Common misconceptions about divorce can leave individuals thinking that they’re going to walk away with the house, the kids, the car and even without debt. So, you must understand the fundamentals of divorce before you file.

Here we’ll take a look at some of the top divorce delusions and the most common misconceptions about divorce.

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Staying safe in Brooklyn, a tourist guide to enjoying your visit

Collaborative Post¦ While many tourists are drawn in by the bright lights of Manhattan, Brooklyn another borough in NYC is proving to be a bit of a cultural rival. Previously referred to as an up and coming borough, these days locals and visitors alike all agree that Brooklyn is just as culturally rich, exciting and positively bursting with attractions, must-sees, and natural beauty as it’s counterparts.

From an exciting afternoon spent at Coney Island, to brief reprieve from the hustle and bustle of the city at the Botanic Garden, bargain hunting at famous flea markets and a walk along the famous Brooklyn Bridge. It’s not difficult to fill your time when you visit Brooklyn.

However, just like any city in the world, all visitors should be vigilant, and follow some simple safety tips to keep themselves and their belongings safe. Read on for a simple tourists guide to safety in Brooklyn, NYC.

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