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Re: NST May 2026 Hitting Rock Bottom
One of the things I do wrong is feeling so guilty about all the things that need doing that I won't allow myself to do the things I really want to. So from now on, every sunny day (or non-rainy …4 -
Re: YNAB robber needs help to execute the plan
OH got offered the contract for 3 months assuming checks are all ok and my father is slowly improving. Little Sis and I are off to her GP this afternoon. My spends for the last week aren't in YN…2 -
Re: TSB now part of Santander
So what? I'm happy to hold the majority of my easy access savings with Cahoot and very few banks today can claim to be a feature of the high street. If you limit yourself to a bank that you can …4 -
Re: Onwards and the debt goes downwards!
Keep after them - it took 11 months of pestering, but I finally got the MRI. Still waiting for the results of my left foot though- another two weeks until the doctor's appointment. It shouldn�…2 -
Re: From Frugal Foundations to Fortified Family Future
Good Morning MFW'rs Bright start with us, the setting moon was quite an eery sight this morning, surrounded by hazy clouds. I've just had a look at the changes to the MrL app. Looks far too…9 -
Re: Road To Financial Recovery
in terms of buying your own or staying there the only aspect of it to consider is when you retire. Rent is still due. Any pension you have accrued will impact on any kind of benefit you may get to su…1 -
Re: Steadily climbing the mountain, enjoying the view along the way
I work out my daily interest based on the interest charged each month as it is coming down a little each time which keeps me motivated!1 -
Re: Tenant obstructing access rights.
A bolt positioned so it can’t be reached by leaning over the top of the gate. Kids are mid teens.1 -
Re: Probate - What do we receive?
It has changed over the years. In 2017, when I applied for probate for my mum's estate, we got certified copies of the will back. In 2023. when applying for dad's, I just got the grants.1 -
Re: Services charges on an over 55's flat
What matters is the lease. And how the "running costs". (this year, heat, light, cut the grass) and "fixing stuff long term - roofs, lifts etc. Are handled. Some have a low service cha…3
