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Re: Being asked for 50% deposit before any work is done
You have,been given excellent advice from the posters above particularly FT8's comment about going out of business.. They would be getting no money up front from me. If they are decent at what t…1 -
Re: Being asked for 50% deposit before any work is done
I personally would get 3 quotes, ask for references which you can contact and visit. The references if possible from 1 year, 3 years and 5 years. You can also check with the references on payments et…1 -
Re: Being asked for 50% deposit before any work is done
Did you find the firm through word of mouth? I've had problems finding good trades people. I often use a Competent Person Scheme (https://www.gov.uk/building-regulations-approval/use-a-competent…-1 -
Re: QDR are clueless
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81939742#Comment_81939742 No worries, just the wrong thread for DCB Legal stuff. Did you post a picture of your DCB Legal notice of discontinua…2 -
Re: Any tips for selecting an IFA for pension retirement
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81939762#Comment_81939762 OP this poster has a rather fixed point of view. While there are many knowledgable people here, generally people are …2 -
Re: QDR are clueless
Coupon mad. Im sorry I veered of course. Please accept my apology2 -
Re: Final Hearing on 27 March - Minster Baywatch/Bransby Wilson - Neath Train Station
@ChirpyChicken - that wouldn't surprise me, Gladstones still making things as difficult as possible!2 -
Re: The Cutting Down Alcohol Challenge for March & 2026 :)
@maman have a great holiday xx 🌞🌞4 -
Re: Where to keep your card?
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81939683#Comment_81939683 You are making this a binary issue. It’s not. I prefer not to use cash and as I said I am very rarely indeed in a sit…2 -
Re: Seeking advice re "Engine fault" message in Citroen Berlingo
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81938802#Comment_81938802 Tried that, kept counting down, was at 100 miles when I got it fixed first time. Added to new tank on day one, still …2
