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What It Takes to Market Your Business through Emails

18/07/2019
Marketing is critical for the success of a business. It makes sure that the target customers are aware of what your business has to offer and also highlight the uniqueness of the business. Marketing has evolved a lot and there are a lot of marketing platforms available. It is important that marketing platforms are chosen wisely. Make sure that you choose a marketing platform that is best suited . . .

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Why you should always shop around for goods and services

16/07/2019
Sometimes it is easier to just stick with what you know.  The thought of the hassle involved in switching suppliers or investigating lots of different options can feel like too much work.  However, a little investigation and shopping around can pay dividends when you are trying to find the best deal.  This isn’t always necessarily about finding the cheapest option but more abo . . .

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What are your consumer rights?

28/05/2019
The Consumer Rights Act 2015 is a huge document running to over one hundred pages, but what are the headline rights your need to be aware of when buying goods and services? When are you entitled to a refund? If goods are faulty and they were purchased from a UK based seller then you have a right to ask for it to be repaired or receive a full refund.  You can get that refund up to 30 day . . .

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How to find a trusted business

11/12/2018
When you need an expert how do you know who to call?  With so many suppliers available how can you decide who to trust? Check them out with Trust Local! Trust Local is here to provide fully vetted and qualified businesses.  We undertake all the checks so you don’t have to.  This directory is full of trusted traders and our website www.trust-local.co.uk contains more info . . .

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How Changes to the MOT Affect You

09/08/2018
20 May 2018 saw the introduction of tough new changes to the MOT test in the UK which will mostly affect older diesel cars. This guide explains everything you need to know about the test so you can be informed before you take your car to the garage and hopefully avoid any unpleasant surprises.  Diesel changes  One of the main changes is much harder tests for diesel cars in response t . . .

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What to look for and what to avoid to get the best tradesperson for your job

14/12/2017
Sometimes, a home improvement, repair or gardening job is just too big to do yourself and you need to hire a local tradesperson. However, it can be difficult to find a reliable, thorough and professional person, as tradespeople who sound confident at first can later let you down.   Here’s some good and bad signs to look out for so you don’t hire a cowboy:   What t . . .

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Doing renovations? You need a reliable electrician

14/12/2017
With so many electronic items in every house in the UK, it's no surprise that at some point you'll need to hire an electrician or electrical engineer to do some work in your home. In the average home, you might need to call out an electrician once a year at most for a few hours - but if you're in the middle of renovating a house, you'll find yourself needing an electrician you can . . .

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What to look for and what to avoid to get the best tradesperson for your job

02/10/2017
Sometimes, a home improvement, repair or gardening job is just too big to do yourself and you need to hire a local tradesperson. However, it can be difficult to find a reliable, thorough and professional person, as tradespeople who sound confident at first can later let you down.   Here’s some good and bad signs to look out for so you don’t hire a cowboy:   What t . . .

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5 tips for hiring a reputable tradesperson

18/07/2017
Hiring a tradesman can be an incredibly stressful process. It's tough to sort the reputable ones from the cowboys and it's equally hard knowing which quote to go for. There are many great tradesmen out there and the tips in this post can help you to ensure a hassle free process.   1. Be specific about your needs   Even great tradesmen will struggle to fulfil your need . . .

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Find the perfect tradesperson for that tricky problem!

19/05/2017
Broken tap, leaky pipe, broken bannister… these are just a few of the problems you face as a homeowner. When something goes wrong in your property, you want to ensure that it is rectified as quickly as possible. That means finding a tradesman to carry out the work at short notice and to the high standard you deserve.   Easier said than done, right?   Too many homeowner . . .

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