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Landlord Breach of Tenancy Agreement?
My girlfriend has moved out of her rented property a couple of months ago, although the tenancy agreement doesn't end until the end of july 2009. It is a ground floor room within a house, shared by 3 others. We have been looking for someone else to take over the tenancy but to no avail as yet (they see the state of the…
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most cost effective way to get a sound-proof space in london?
I'm hoping the question says it all.. I'm looking to stop sound coming in. I need a sound-proof space for recording in London. For regular use. Needless to say I'm looking for the most cost-effective solution. I do have quite a bit of gear and will be recording large instruments and vox. It needs to be on the ground floor…
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My tennant... what do you think???
I have one rental property (it was my 1st home and soppy as it sounds I didn't want to part with it!). The rent just covers the mortgage I have on it. Our new house is literally round the corner and having lived in it for 7 years I am still in contact with and regualrly see the old neighbours. Last year (september) the…
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Renting a home
Hi I am new to this site, and require some information. I am currently a pub tenant looking to come out has not finanically viable any longer, want to rent a property but I will be un employed (though I am currently seeking work) my partner is in full-time employment but neither of our credit scores are very good, would a…
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Non-mortgageable property
Hello all! We are first time buyers (as well as a first time poster - so I hope I'm posting this in the right place!) and have recently come across a very interesting property that is “not currently available for mortgage purposes”. We will have no problem getting a mortgage and have a healthy deposit but clearly cannot…
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Want to sell? Then why cling to yesterdays valuation?
I understand some of you can;t sell below a certain level of mortgage debt, but why the resistance from the rest of you? Underlying such sentiment must be an attachment to the 2007 value high tide mark. But why? What relevance has that short lived artificial high tide mark to your thinking in the new value world?…
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Certified copies
Hi all, My solicitor has asked for certified copies of proof of address and photo id so thay can confirm my identity before acting on my behalf. Is it still possible to get a Police Officer to sign these?
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Idiots guide to buying first house
Hi all, I am looking to buy my first home, I have had a mortgage agreed and I know what my budget is and have enough deposit. what I was looking for is.. could someone who know's their stuff give me a brief idiots guide to buying a home. I.e what to watch out for when looking round the property, leasehold Vs freehold,…
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Taking former landlord to court
I rented a flat through an agency, then later direct through the landlord. No problems there. However, my landlord sold the building my flat was in, and I had quite a few problems with my new landlord relating to a business he was running in another property in the building. I decided to leave my flat, but now I'm having…
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What can I expect from living in a hostel or refuge?
I am trying to get away from a bad relationship and think my only option is to just up and leave and throw myself on the councils mercy. I have read that they have a duty to house you if you are homeless, either in a hostel or similar accomodation. I am willing to go down this route but how bad will it be?
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Tax implications of renting out my house.
Due to current market conditions I may be in the position where I need to rent a house, and also at the same time rent my own house out to someone. Could someone please explain what tax implications there may be.
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Private Landlords!
Hi all, Me and my partner are planning on renting somewhere in birmingham. However we would like to rent of a private landlord. Could anyone give me advice on how we would go about finding a private landlord or any websites you know where they may advertise properties? Many Thanks! Sue
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help - landlord guarantor query
We have been asked to stand as guarantor for someone renting a house. No problem there. However we have been handed a form to fill in by the landlord which requests a £60 administration fee, various documents reference to identity etc but more worryingly our bank details.. The other things are a pain but obviously…
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MSE Revolt against REDC auction house
All, I'd like to thank all those that have given us support to date. For those that would like a bit more background see REDC Repossesion website up and running BUYER BEWARE ! and other posts. As support gathers, I would like to create a thread of support against this company, and any suggestions others would like to make.…
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Renting and Agency / Landlord Problems
Hi, Up until recently OH and I lived in our own house. Due to OH's work we have moved to the Costwolds into a relatively new build house, about 6 years old. The landlord lives abroad and the property is fully managed by an agency. When we went to see the house we were assured by the person that showed us around that the…
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free flat with job problem PLEASE ADVISE
I have an agreement with a small club that is run by a committee, for some light daily duties I get a flat and council tax paid for free and I get £15 per week for sweeping outside and electric used for washing their table cloths. I have been doing this for 5 years, and have never had any problems, however, there is a new…
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Renting out my house and renting elsewhere
I own a house, but got relocated to other side of country, therefore, we are now renting elsewhere. I have a friend who'd like to rent this other house, I thought it was going to be cash in hand, what he could afford etc, but now he's planning to claim his rent back (he's a single parent who is presently a stay-at-home…
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Negotiating on Fixtures & Fittings
We've agreed a sale for a house and are just awaiting the fixtures and fittings list at the moment. The vendors have asked us to go round on Saturday to negotiate anything we might be interested in that isn't listed on the sales particulars. I already know from the viewings that I really want the rangemaster cooker and…
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Tenancy agreement question
We are currently at the end of a 6 month tenancy contract, which is following a one year tenancy agreement which was initially drawn up by a letting agent. The current agreement was drawn up without the letting agent and is between us and the landlord directly. Our contract is due to end at the end of March, and we gave…
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Park Home
I am writing this on behalf of my mother who is trying to sell her Park Home. The Park Home Owner has increased the age limit from 60 to 65 to prevent my mother selling her home to a perspective buyer. Does anyone know if he can do this and if not what the action can be taken. Help!!!:mad:
