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Hi all we are purchasing a 2 bed flat leasehold for under 150 000 and the fees are 3000 including 350 stamp duty. Do you think this is high? It is a probate property thank you
Interested in people’s views on this. What are some of the reasons other than Tax to not take your LGPS at age 55 ? Has anyone done a calculation of how the reduced income and lump sum might perform in a SIPP (or savings account at 4.6%) for 12 yrs vs leaving it with the government for 12 more years ?
Hi all, I am currently in my final 3 months of maternity leave (I have just started the unpaid last 3 months) and I also handed in my notice at my job as they require 3 months. I was looking for a part time 16hr weekend position which my old job couldn't offer me, can I start this job now as I have a position available for…
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Hi, I received this claim forms this morning regarding a PCN that was issued in 2022. I have a picture of the sign on the car park from that time which i've attached. These signs werent changed until around 2023-24. I think they may not be compliant. An email was sent to DCBL in June stating the driver details, and these…
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