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Cost of moving overseas?
Anybody got any pointers on the cost of moving house overseas, Canada in particular? I was thinking about the cost of moving some pickfords style crates (8ft cubes). Ta
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any advice please
Hi I'm so excited, ive been reading this forum for so long and am posting my first thread! I'm hoping to pick some brains and find out if i'm doing the right thing. I've seen a house for offers in region of 235k which i really like. I've sold my house so i'm in a good position to buy. The sellers been on market for approx…
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Stick or Twist?
Here's a query for MSE members out there which doesn't come up very often. I'd appreciate any comments. Due to a recent inheritance we are in the fortunate position of having no mortgage and some decent funds in all the usual savings places. My OH has spotted a property she has fallen in love with and has had our house…
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charges on a house
I have just found out that the property I am buying has 2 charges on the property . Have I lost the house after paying for searches, survey etc or is there any hope I will still get it?
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The Advisory.co.uk website
I have been emailing the editor of this website for some advice re selling my property and wondered if anyone else out there has also used the site? I was directed to it via a thread on this board but can I find that thread now? Basically I just want to know if it is a trusted site as I dont want to be conned but his…
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Council waiting lists league tables
Is there any way of knowing which councils have housing stock , and more precisely how long the waiting lists are. For example I have a friend whom is disabled , sociomental but able bodied.He wishes to leave a flat (h.a) to anywhere in scotland (l.a),perhaps england too , but not a private landlord. thing is why is there…
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help - shared house phone bill
hi, I'm a bit stuck with a situation ... The phone bill for my shared rented house has just come in again. Last time one of the tenants I live with run up a HUGE phone bill ringing her bf and she is still paying that off in installments... so the LL put a barr on the phone and says he has only given me the number to take…
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Do I have to complete rental period?
This is more a renting/health question so please let me know if it's in the wrong place.. I moved into a rented flat a few weeks ago and have developed breathing difficulties at the same time. I have never had problems with my breathing before and that is why I think it's probably related. I spoke to the letting agent…
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Where am i going wrong???
Hello, I am selling my house through an estate agent, i have purchased the HIPs out right and paid in full using the one recommended by EA. From the very first moment of putting the house on the market we informed the agent that we wanted to sell within 12 weeks due to my husbands work, as were relocating from Cumbria to…
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Buying a house.. some advice please
We offered £155,000 for a house that was on for £165,000 at the start of May .. our offer was accepted..the house needs a lot of modernisation. Had the survey back from the lender yesterday.. and theres some work that they reccomend we get inspected further and carry out. Electrics Damp Roofing Build Party Wall in…
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Letting Agents & Deposits
What happens to the money that people renting pay to letting agents? In terms of any interest which is earnt on the money, is the letting agent able to make a profit from it?
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Am I still liable to estate agent fees?
Does anyone know if Im still liable to estate agent fees? Let me fill you in. Around October 2007 we had an offer on our house by buyer X. We accepted this offer and before exchange in December they couldn't proceed as their buyers had pulled out for personal reasons. In beginning of February the same buyers made a reduced…
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letting agent taking money from deposit
Hi, Was wondering if anyone could tell me what I have a right to expect when letting agent taking money from deposit. Had sofa which was due to be picked up by charity shop but they let me down. Letting agent stated that they would "arrange for removal and disposal of items at reasonable cost to yourself". I have been told…
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Moneysaving tip. Ransom an Estate Agent!
I know that times are tough for Estate Agents but they may think twice about down-sizing after hearing about this! Strange he fell for the bait of a new instruction! Or perhaps it was just to sell his car!
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Timeshare Rental
[FONT="]Off course Florida is great place to spend vacation. I want to purchase a timeshare ownership. I like to know about the rental timeshare and timeshare exchange in details. Anybody has idea regarding timeshare exchange and timeshare rental. Please forward me reliable timeshare company’s web site links. Thanks in…
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Being ripped off by landlord - would appreciate some advice
Hi guys, I've been reading these boards for a while now as I've got into matched betting. I've seen posts in here of a similar nature to my own complaint and I know there are a few landlord types that read and post, so I finally signed up to seek some advice. I'll try to keep the story short! In May 2006 we moved into a…
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I've lived in my flat for 14 years and never had any contact from the Freeholder
What happens when I want to sell it?
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Need advice on what to offer for house?
Hi everyone I love the fact that as soon as I need any advice about anything.. MSE is where I go first! :rotfl: We are looking to put in an offer on a house in our area which needs a new bathroom, new kitchen and redecorating throughout. Its been on the market since January 2008 with only one other viewing since Feb. It…
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Renting - How much are outgoings each month?
Hi Am about to start renting for the first time - a 2 bed flat in manchester. I've caluclated the following expenses each month, but have no idea if i've missed anything out or my figures are unrealistic... Electricity - £22 Water - £22 Council Tax - £90 (single person discount) Tv Licence - £14 Car Insurance - £18 (this…
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Help,buying in Ireland working in UK
I need some advice. I have the money from my house sale in the RBS instant access account I am going to live in Southern Ireland. I am going to use the interest from that account to pay the rent in Ireland. The amount of money in the account is £215000. Is there any other way to invest the money? Is it a good idea to leave…
