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shipping company to Jersey
I'm going to be moving over to Jersey in a few weeks. I'm thinking about shipping some of my stuff over there. Does anyone know of a good, reasonably priced shipping company that would send to Jersey. Thanks for any help in advance.
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5% on exchange (instead of 10% due to builder incentive) - and chaps question
If I request a CHAPs transfer from my account to my solicitor tonight, will he then be able to request a CHAP from their account in the afternoon to the builder for exchange of contracts by end of tomorrow. In addition, 5% deposit instead of the usual 10% on exchange of contract, because they are offering a 5% deposit paid…
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House Price Crash!
Take a look at this if you want a laugh - So funny - so true! http://www.parkerchris.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/vocationvocationvocation.html
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buying a house with plenty of ex occupants with phone bills catalogues etc
is there any problems with these sort of houses in the future or is it just a case of writing to all the companies involved?? if anyone has any previous experience it would be gratefully recieved
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Fire damaged council house
The house next to my grandmother was fire damaged (the roof partially collapsed) What do you reckon are the chances of getting the council to sell it as is? Where would one start in the council offices to find out? It happened months ago so I guess the occupant has been found alternative space I can see an opportunity as…
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How can I save tax on rental income?
The situation is as follows. I have a flat that is currently rented out to tennants. Its the first time Ive done this so Im new to the game so to speak. I know I have to pay tax on the income generated but is there any (legitimate) way to reduce what I have to pay? For example would it be better for the rental to be paid…
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Standard Practice?
Is it normal for a property to be removed from the estate agents' advertising methods when an offer has been made, for example mailing lists, shop leaflets thus stopping other viewings taking place?
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offers over...anyone done it?
has anyone selling their property in last 6 months asked for "offers over" and if so, how did the final price compare with the EA's initial valuation. Would you do it again that way?
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capital gains tax on house being split into three
i bought three small cottages about 12 years ago and made them into one dwelling where i have lived since, i would now like to make them back into three cottages and sell them individually, when i do this am i liable for capital gains tax? and at what cost?, or is there a way round paying part or all of this tax?
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Halifax UP 1.2% *gulp*
Surprised by that. I'm amazed at how there is such a direct correlation between int rates and house prices. If rates nudge up, house prices come down etc. People are very shortsighted, it seems, and look only at the monthly payback. Anyway, in the interests of balance, I thought I'd post this. But Halifax, with its…
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Steel framed house
Hi Guys, I've got a friend who's put her 3 bed-semi house for sale for almost 4weeks but have only had one viewing since, with no offer, although her estate agent told her that he's quite confident that her house is very sellable. I have to agree, it is in fact in good condition, spacious, well-presented and in a nice…
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Worrying report, repair estimates and what to do next
Hello everybody, I have received a homebuyers survey (which cost nearly £500! Ouch!) on a house I intend to purchase. I don’t know how to judge the report and would like your opinion on it. I don’t know if all these problems are “normal” and to be expected, or if I should be really concerned and perhaps move on, or take…
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Do YOU need a fireplace?
Just looking for opinions really :) We have blocked up the fireplace in our house, for 3 reasons, 1, we don't ever use one, 2, we don't want the draught, and 3, to make better use of the space in the room. So, would having no fireplace in a family home put you off buying? edit: forgot to say, we have gas central heating.…
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Negligent Estate Agent got me Clamped!!
Yep, that's right. I was house viewing last Friday and the Estate Agent told me it was safe to park in space #11 (we were viewing flat #9) despite the clamping notices. So I believed the guy as he was the experienced and knowledgeable agent but lo and behold, five minutes later - I was clamped. And so was he!! It was…
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Spanish Property - Urgent
Hope someone can help, Martin can you help please? I am in a bit of a situation ... The company with whom i reserved an appartment in Spain have informed me that they would not give me the reservation deposit of £2000 back because it exceeds the cooling off period. I was going to sign the contract (and put down 30%…
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Bath or shower?
These days I hardly ever take a bath - it's always a shower. If installing a new bathroom for my own use, I would always go for a shower and no bath. The house is:- - 3 bed family semi - Only room in bathroom for bath or shower, not both My thoughts are:- I don't like putting a shower over the bath - I always end up with…
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Help! Buying out my partner
Hi I split with my partner 2 months ago, have moved into rent free accommodation, and have agreed to buy him out of our property, I estimate this to be about £30k. Thing is i dont really know where to start and how much this is going to cost. I suppose I start with a house valuation, and meet with my bank to change names…
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What to factor in when making an offer?
I am considering making an offer on a property that is for sale at £119,000. It needs a lot of work and I am not sure what to factor in when making an offer. It has: Old Bathroom Old Kitchen Utility room with no plumbing Only partial double glazing Hideous old carpets Chipboard wallpaper No fencing in garden What I need to…
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how long?
We have had an offer accepted on a house with no chain and today got a notification of sale letter - any ideas on how long approx it will take to completion? I have a feeling I should be packing, telling the kids etc.
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what would you offer?
on a house priced at 169,995 its a 91yr old lady who wants to move into sheltered accommodation as she cant cope in her home anymore. the company who deal with the sheltered accommodation wont help her find anywhere until her house is under offer.. now i dont want to insult the lady but obviously i want to pay as less as…
