Juliana BR

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Member since 03.08.2026
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Is it worth renting that party hall or better to have it at home?

Don't fall into the trap of thinking it's always cheaper to do it at home just because you're not paying rent - in the end you end up spending quite a bit on decorations, food, cleaning before and af…

Which app is better for booking hotels: Booking, Airbnb, or Decolar?

Don't fall into the trap of thinking one app will always be cheaper - prices vary way too much depending on the hotel and the date, so the best thing is to actually compare all three, because the sam…

Fine for running a broken car's air conditioning?

A broken air conditioner won't get you a direct fine from the police, but people are right that the problem shows up on the technical inspection - the air conditioning system is mandatory there and y…

How do I replace the battery on an iPhone 6s at home?

Have you tried taking it to a repair shop or are you really wanting to do this at home? If you're going to do it at home, you'll need a kit with specific tools (pentalobe screwdriver, suction cup, sp…

What's the best way to water a garden automatically?

There's one thing that usually goes unmentioned: before you invest in automation, test your garden soil to find out how long it takes to dry out between waterings, because different soil types absorb…

How do I know if my suspension springs are worn out? ★ Best

Noise in a pothole plus the car sagging on one side is definitely a sign of a worn spring, especially in a 307 that old. You need to take it to a mechanic you trust so they can check it out, because …

What's the best sewing machine for beginners in 2026?

I started with a basic machine, nothing fancy, and learned the essentials without spending a fortune. For a beginner, you don't need those €300 machines - there are good options between €100 and €150…

What's a good board game to play with married couples and kids? ★ Best

Ticket to Ride is my favorite for those occasions, because everyone can pick up the rules quickly but it still gets pretty competitive, and it doesn't take forever to finish - it works well with kids…

Induction or ceramic cooktop, which is better in 2026? ★ Best

Induction uses way less energy, heats up much faster, and cleaning is ridiculously easy because the surface doesn't get hot - only the pan does. Ceramic cooktop is cheaper to buy upfront, but it uses…

Does anyone else think Catan expansions are way too expensive to buy them all?

Why do you need all the expansions at once anyway? Honestly, building a solid collection doesn't mean having everything - I started with just the base game and one expansion, and people had way more …

Is 16:8 intermittent fasting safe to do year-round?

I did 16:8 for quite a while and what I noticed is that the biggest risk isn't the fasting itself, but going back to your old eating patterns when you stop - that's when you gain it all back because …

Why does Baldur's Gate 3 keep freezing on my PC?

Baldur's Gate 3 is really demanding and the RTX 4060 is pushing it even on medium settings, especially in scenes with lots of characters or effects. Try lowering the resolution to 1080p or reducing r…

Does a ceiling fan with built-in air conditioning make sense?

I don't think it's always more expensive that way if you consider the space - do you live in a small apartment? In that case, saving on the installation of two separate units and having just one on t…

Is it worth starting your own business or is it better to work as an employee?

People with heavy financial responsibilities (fixed bills, dependents) breathe a lot easier with a regular job than taking the risk of starting a business, but a practical way to test it without jump…

How does the digital visa to enter Brazil work? ★ Best

The most important thing is to fill it out on the gov.br website ahead of time, because approval takes a few days and you don't want to end up scrambling at the last minute. After that you just show …

Is it worth investing in a hair diffuser? ★ Best

I think people really overestimate how necessary this is. My hair is kind of curly and wavy, and for a long time I thought I needed to invest in an expensive diffuser, but I found out that a finger c…

What's the best way to use retinol without irritating your skin?

Try using retinol on alternate days with a really generous moisturizer in between, like the heavier, oilier ones, because irritated skin needs a strong barrier to recover. When you reduce how often y…

Why are electric buses still so expensive in Brazil? ★ Best

Battery technology is still expensive because demand is low and few manufacturers produce at scale in Brazil, but the city government makes that back in about 5-10 years through fuel savings and much…

What's the difference between var, let and const in JavaScript?

In practice, the hack nobody mentions is to use `const` by default and only switch to `let` when you actually need to reassign something - that way you force your brain to think more carefully about …

Is it worth planting artificial grass in 2026?

If you have small children and want a space that doesn't turn to mud after rain, synthetic grass solves that pretty well - but get ready because it really is expensive.