As any parent will tell you, raising a child is the hardest thing that you’ll ever have to do. In those first few months, most parents will probably swear that they’ll never have another child as long as they live, but then they remember how amazing it is to raise a family and quickly change their mind. Raising a child with autism brings its own specific challenges and it can be incredibly tough to deal with. We spend a lot of time talking about the specific challenges that the child themselves faces, which is important, but it’s also worth considering how hard things can be for the parents. A lot…

Short term lets are often cited as an excellent way to earn money from a buy-to-let or another type of property investment. As a potential landlord, you will want to have at least a decent working knowledge of the process. What, for example, is a short term let and what are the advantages and disadvantages of such an arrangement? Before approaching a letting agents office for help and advice, take some time to acquaint yourself with the process so that you know if the agent you choose is offering you a good service for a reasonable price. In this blog post, I will take a look at short term lets…

Family holidays carry a lot of pressure, especially if you’re a family with a mixture of different ages. Finding something for everyone to do and a place that accommodates all your needs is quite the challenge. But while it’s difficult to find the perfect combination that meets everyone’s needs it’s not impossible and just involves a little imagination and a great deal of research. While white sands and endless beaches might feel like the dream, the reality of sand everywhere and being on permanent lifeguard duty means it’s hard for everyone to fully get that downtime. In this blog, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best options…

I grew up in Dagenham where the Ford Dagenham factory was located. Families and friends I mixed with growing up had a connection with Ford in some way. It was very easy to either know someone who worked for Ford or know of someone who did. Ford was the most popular make of car to buy in the area I lived in. Helped by the friends and family discount Ford offered its employees. This made it inevitable that I would start my driving journey with Ford. Learning to Drive With Ford I didn’t rush to start my driving lessons as soon as I turned seventeen years old. But I did…