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Rent or buy?
ATM we live in a 3 bed with a cheap mortgage which means that it would be £100-200 more per month to rent a similar 3 bed. We want a 4 bed but can't find something we both like to buy that we could borrow enough for and wouldn't double our monthly payment. We are thinking of selling up and renting but I feel uneasy about…
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Police keeping property after having told them no further action wants to be taken.
Hi All, Some of you might have read my previous post, but here are quick details. My son's bike got stolen last week by 2 boys. One was arrested, the bike recovered. I have told them we dont want to take it to court just want the bike back. Now the police officer dealing with the case is refusing to give the bike back. He…
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Power of Attorney - bank refuse to recognise
It's a long story but I'll be as brief as I can. I've been mum's POA for 20 years and her only carer during that time. Mum has senile and vascular dimentia diagnosed 18 months ago. Power of Attorney then registered with the Office of the Public Guardian as capacity was being lost For the past 5 years a brother has waited…
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Brother in law problems threatening my family
I will try and explain this very very complicated situation to see if anyone can make sense and guide me in the right direction for support. Partner and I together 4.5 years - I live with him and his 16 yr old but have my own home where my 24 & 18 year old live. Step son and I get on fabulously as does partner with my…
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GCSE results day - proud mums and dads, what did you (ie your kids) get?
GCSE results day can be pretty nervewracking, both for kids and you as parents. Maybe you want to shout out proudly about their results but don't want to seem insensitive to others who didn't get the results they'd hoped for? Or maybe yours didn't quite get what they wanted and would like to ask other parents what happens…
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an argument about a car
dear users, could you advise what I should do. In feb ghis year I was given a car by my parents and it is in my name. There is a big possibility of a split up with my pattner and he said that he's entitled to a half of the money for it as it was a gift to us, which it wasn't. It was specifically for me only thats why its…
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Solution required - but can't find one.
Ex H and I separated last year. For the last 21 years Ex has gone to Blandford for The Great Dorset Steam Fair, its his passion, highlight of the year, heaven and earth would have to be moved before he would ever considering not doing it, its his RIGHT to go. Our son has always shown a very keen interest in it and he is…
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When things don't go according to plan . .
Ever done something which seems fated to go wrong? I'm not talking life threatening or dire consequences here, but where things just, well , go wrong. We've been gutting the ensuite and downstairs toilet, doing a lot of the work ourselves but with an electrician and plumber (relevant!). Ensuite first. Couple of days later…
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Quinny Zapp and carrycot...
I know Quinny don't claim to have a carrycot compatible with the Zapp, but I'm just wondering if there is anybody who currently owns both a Zapp and either a Dreami or collapsible carrycot who would be willing to see if either fit onto the Zapp chassis? It'll involve removing the Zapp seat and using the Maxi Cosi adapters…
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Property adjustment order question
Hello I'm applying for a divorce and just have a quick question, does a property adjustment order take the other persons name off the mortgage responsibility or does it just give the equity to the other person? Thanks!
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Do you / your partner ever give in for an easy life?
As the title says... I suspect this may affect the male populatipn more (let me know im not alone! :p ) but just wondering if you or your partner ever just give in / keep quiet / let things go for an easy and quiet life? I dont mean any serious situations... More just little things or disagreements in life that, even if…
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For teachers maybe? Websites
My DD3 (going into yr 8 but only just 12 so one of the youngest in the year - I know some say it makes no odds but having 2 August babies (and 2 that weren't) I have noticed a difference in their schooling, they do seem to be about a year behind) has stated she wants do some home learning before going back to school. We…
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a classic one in some sense
One of my best friends who lives overseas, early 40s, has just told me - in person, I went on a short vacation back to my hometown - that he started shagging a (younger and good looking) work colleague. He says he's not in love and no plans to leave his wife. He says he loves his wife. Now, my first reaction was to tell…
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what on earth does this mean
I love you but I don't feel the same anymore not able to explain what has changed, but just dont feel the same? anyone.... seems a rubbish saying, with no explanation then when asked if they want the relationship to end, and if that is what the want, to say I am not sure of anything...... very odd!!!
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What to get niece for her 18th birthday?
Hi all, Love the MSE forums and all the helpful advice people give so was hoping you might have some great ideas on what to get my niece for her 18th birthday? I don't want to get anything like a "key to the door" or "champagne glasses" so do you have any ideas for something really nice as I'm reluctant to just give cash -…
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calling an ambulance to another part of the country?
Last Friday my dad was rushed to hospital - it turned out that his heart was failing. He's out now, with a bucketful of tablets, but he's ill and frail. My mother suffers from memory problems and confusion and Dad is her carer. They're both in their eighties and realistic about their life expectancy, so Dad has tried to…
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A question...
Is there some kind of central database whereby teachers can access the school records for children from other schools?
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meeting first love years on - any experiences?
As title. Has any body any experience or advice on whether this is a good idea or not. I have recently been contacted by my '1st love' and asked to meet. I have mixed feelings about this. Are memories better off staying as memories?
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How to stop myself going insane with worry??
Hello Will keep this short and sweet.... I have a docs appt on Monday as I found a lump on my breast, not looking for medical advice I know that's against rules and as much as you all know your stuff I will leave that to the professionals :) I need ideas on how to keep my mind from going over what it could be, and thinking…
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How do you cope with bad news?
Without going into too much detail a very, very close friend has had some really bad (medical) news this week. I have been there for them through the tests etc, but in my heart I knew the outcome. And now it has been confirmed. There is some hope and on day 1 they weren't too down but I think reality has sunk in and…
