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The Ultimate Guide to the Best Professional Carpet Cleaning Methods

 Did you know that how you clean your carpets can significantly impact their longevity and appearance? Many homeowners underestimate the importance of professional carpet cleaning, thinking a simple vacuum is enough. In this blog, we’ll explore the various carpet cleaning methods, highlighting their benefits and helping you make an informed decision. Whether you’re dealing with stains, allergens, or just want to refresh your home, understanding these methods can save you time and money in the long run.

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Choosing the right hardware

The old adage ‘buy cheap = buy thrice’ does hold true in computers as well. When putting a system together for customers – we aim for suitability, quality and price. Firstly, at PCPals we make sure that whatever system we recommend is suitable for the intended use. Following that, all parts and the whole system should be of quality components but still at a reasonable price. We won’t recommend a 10K system as a ‘simple gaming setup’ at the same time we will not implement a sub-par machine that is not suitable for purpose.

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House-sitting: Explore the world while saving for a home!

Saving for a house? You know how it goes; cut back on dinners out and weekends away, and as for that overseas holiday – forget it! Getting a deposit together while paying rent basically means putting your life on hold.

Or does it?

Imagine travelling the world without accommodation costs. Now, imagine living in Scotland! Outback Queensland! Upstate New York!

Welcome to the world of house-sitting.

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Financial Planning for Parenthood

Becoming a parent is an exciting time of adjustment and upheaval; how could such a little person create so many changes – and sleepless nights?

But lack of sleep shouldn’t be caused by financial worries and reduced household income.

When Judy a florist, and Gary an IT manager, decided to start a family, like everyone, they worried about the impact on their finances.

They tried to save as much money as they could while they still had Judy’s income, but there was so much to buy and prepare.

Further, they were concerned over the negative long-term impact to Judy’s superannuation while on maternity leave, particularly as the couple planned more children.

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Post Christmas Sales - A Survival Guide

We've all experienced it… the undeniable allure of post-Christmas sales.
No sooner has Christmas wrapped up for the year than the frenzy of Boxing Day Sales descends upon us.  Every store window beckons, and our inboxes overflow with promises of unbeatable discounts.
But before you indulge in some festive leftovers and make a beeline for the air-conditioned wonderland of sales, let's take a moment to pause and ponder...
Is that shiny, discounted gadget truly a necessity?
Do those new outfits genuinely add value to your wardrobe?
Or might there be a wiser way to allocate your hard-earned money?

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SMSF 101

Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs) have become a popular way for Australians to control their superannuation. The basic requirements are that the fund must have between one and six members and these people are normally family or business related. 

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