THE change in the clocks and the resulting long evenings have many of us contemplating paint jobs or other home improvements; sunshine really highlights areas in need of attention. But while redecorating your home may make it look better, other improvements could not only add to its value but also have a positive impact on your wallet for years to come.

Gráinne McGuinness delievers more consumer advice.

When it comes to environmental issues, from single-use plastics to water wastage, consumers are regularly told the solution is in their own hands, Gráinne McGuinness..

It is only a matter of weeks before churchyards around Ireland will be filled with adorable children in white dresses or suits. With First Holy Communion season just around the corner, and many parents are facing a hectic period of planning, writes Gráinne McGuinness.

Consumer advice with Gráinne McGuinness.

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Gráinne McGuinness offers more consumer advice, this week for mortgage holders.

If you have a holiday coming up, you may have great plans to chuck all devices out the window and have a relaxing internet-free break.

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Gráinne McGuinness offers consumer advice on planning holidays.

The difficulties in the housing market are well documented, with rising prices and a limited number of properties on sale.

This week Gráinne McGuinness offers consumer advice on booking summer holidays.

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Health insurance is a topic I have covered in the past but it is worth returning to as a number of recent developments in the market could mean good news for consumers.

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Gráinne McGuinness shares some tips on how to reduce your waste

Hands up who will take enthusiastic part in Pancake Tuesday today but be less inclined to eat fish tomorrow?

Latest: Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill has sent his support to former Celtic player Liam Miller amid reports he is battling pancreatic cancer.

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A new phone scam swept across Ireland last week, involving people receiving unexpected calls from international numbers. Liberia and Chad were the most common and no

“If Carlsberg did holes-in-one, this would be the one they would do.”

Amazingly, this is not Mr Dempsey’s first time coming to the rescue of a kitty at risk with his cherry picker.

Catch up on some of the stories and issues highlighted on irishexaminer.com this morning.

The latest beauty trends tested by our writers. 

Financial advice from Grainne McGuinness

Financial advice with Grainne McGuinness

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Consumer advice with Grainne McGuinness

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Here’s a briefing on some of the stories and issues highlighted on irishexaminer.com today.

After spending the last few weeks focusing on loved ones, the January sales are a chance for shoppers to think about their own wishlist, writes Grainne McGuinness.