Running a household is no easy task for any of us. There is always something that needs managing, organising, or simply just tidying away. But our homes are our sanctuaries and our biggest assets, so there is no surprise we want to ensure we take care of things, that means the finances, the interior, and the exterior. So I thought I would share with you some of the things that could take you by surprise when it comes to running a household. Perhaps it will help you spot the warning signs in the future or better prepare yourself.
Needing paperwork and not finding it
One of the biggest things we can be faced with is not being able to find something when we need it the most. That might be your driving license, your recent bill and account numbers, or simply something you want to pay or file away. This is when you could run into problems if you don’t have a filing system in place. Make it much easier to find those things by keeping them organised in a cupboard or filing them away in a folder or drawer. Next time you need that specific piece of paper or document, you will know exactly where to look.
Appliances fail on you when you need them the most
Some of us can grow reliant on some of the appliances we have in our home, from a fridge for keeping food cool to your washing machine and kettle. They can all be necessary features of your home, and too often we can take them for granted, that is until they break on us when we least expect. It might be worth looking at having a savings pot for these specific things. Or alternatively, think about an insurance plan that covers appliances and could be replaced under your plan. This may cost you each month but could be worth it in the long term.
Missed communication
Having a family means that each one of you has your own places to be and appointments to get to. Not to mention school runs, after-school clubs, and family time. So things can happen when you don’t communicate with one another such as missed appointments and neglected groups. So get organised with everyone and have a wall calendar or planner to hand to ensure that you all stay up to date with times and where you need to be.
Batch cooking and meal planning
Too often we can all be guilty of heading to the shops and buying stuff we don’t need. This can cost us more than it should and can end up in a lot of food wastage. As you know, we are on a mission to grow our own food in our back garden which means things like batch cooking and meal planning will be more important to ensure we don’t waste any of our efforts. Things can get hectic during the week, so having a plan to ensure you all get a good healthy meal is a great tip to keep you on track. Plus it could save you quite a bit on your food shopping bill as well.
Hopefully, these tips will help you when things don’t go to plan.
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