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New Year’s Resolutions - Return to this thread December 2021
Following on from our December 2019 resolutions thread this is your chance to set your intentions for 2021. I know it feels odd to be setting goals when so much is unknown and unpredictable, but 2021 is going to happen in any case and I’m going to try to focus on the bits that I have some control over. As always I’m taking…
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Lpa
My sister in law has power of attorney over mother in laws money She has stopped mums bank cards removed cheque book and redirected bank statements Need advice on what to do next , I have informed of but no help
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Man-child?
Hello everyone. I am struggling how to support my sister. The covid issues/lockdowns etc al are taking their toll on her regarding her husband. Their marriage has always been flat in the last few years but they truck along doing their own thing and hobbies. My sister is finding it hard to be with him 24/7 as she describes…
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Countryfile calendar Layout help
Hi I need a wall calendar for 2021. It needs to run from Monday to Sunday ie so the Weekend is on the RHS Does anyone have this years ~2021~ Countryfile Calendar and could let me know if its Monday to Sunday many thanks sx
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Fair settlement??
Any opinions are greatly valued here. In the midst of divorce and going to financial resolution hearing. I have to put forward a proposal but don't want to aim to high or low. The financial disclosure has occurred the court has stated an equity of 153,000 each obviously still have to pay mortgage off that so about…
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Money Moral Dilemma: Who should pay for my daughter's broken phone?
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks... I bought my 11-year-old daughter a mobile phone for £100, which I didn't get insured. She smashed the screen when she was at her dad's house. Should he pay to repair the phone, as it happened while my daughter was with him? Unfortunately the MSE team can't always answer money…
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Little dilemma
Hi all Happy Christmas! <3 Due to being extremely lucky we have been able to get the kids an extra very big present this year that we were not expecting to. The presents that we have chosen for them both (one is 14 one 16) are both out of stock. I think we should not mention it and it will be a huge surprise after…
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A positive thread if you're alone this Christmas
This year has been really difficult so I thought it would be nice to create a positive and kind space to give us all a boost. Christmas can be a lonely time and this year especially so. Do you have any hints or tips on how to make Christmas easier or how you've kept your sanity during the Covid crisis?
I escaped an abusive…
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Splitting up ... how does it work financially?
Hi ... my head is spinning. Will try to keep to the facts. OH and I have two primary school kids. He works full time, bring home around £2300 after deductions. I wotk part time. Bring home £1400 after deductions. Our mortgage is £1000/month. Things are not great between us and I am wondering if I can even afford to be on…
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And then she went crazy....
8 years ago my wife was diagnosed with a paranoid psychotic episode during which she believed I was an undercover agent intended to frame her for a world catastrophe and that I would assassinate her family plus plenty of other things (talking to animals and spirits, hearing voices, reckless behaviour). When not screaming…
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Baby's First Christmas
Hi All, It's our little ones first Christmas (5 months old) and we're wondering if parents buy any gifts for their infants? She has everything she needs but it seems wrong ignoring the event.
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Relationship issues
Long time since I've posted...hi! I can't process some things in my head and was hoping for advice. To cut a long story short.. Been with partner 19 years. We have a 7 old boy. Met when I was 17 and he was 19. Moved in when I was 19. Things became rocky. He would sometimes get furious and break items in our home. Strike…
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Living with the monster
I wasn't really sure where to put this so please suggests a better place if required. I've been a largely secret gambler for nearly 15 years now. It coincides with the time that gambling became deregualted in the UK, and conveniently enough around the same time that i had a smart phone capable of loading online casinos.…
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Overpaid ex partner share of the home
Hi Everyone, I am currently going through the divorce process. Me and my partner split up in April 2019. At the time we sold our home and both received half of the balance after all of the fees. At the time I also had around £10k in savings which are now gone (spent on doing up new home). At the time, my understanding was…
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Probate?
Hi, my mom passed away in September and I’m an only child and sole executor of her will. I’ve spoken to the banks and have obtained money she held in accounts but unsure what I need to do regarding her house. I’ve seen mentioned probate but unsure what that means. She owns a property which I guess will now become mine but…
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How to help parents?
Both my parents are retired aged 68. My Dad led a very active work life and did various jobs whilst Mum stayed at home. Sadly they don’t have much money they both rely on state pension and some odd jobs Dad picks up. I worry about their lack of a life. It consists of housework and watching TV. I know my Dad needs…
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Getting together in 2021
Lots of posts about breaking up, me included. What is a good way to meet people, a partner.I am guessing mid Janruary will be the time when things are opening up again.Will it be like when the housing market opened up, lots of people wanting to get together, because places have been closed?I am thinking going to cafes and…
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Do you think I did anything wrong with this or was unprofessional?
Long story short, I work as cabin crew for a major UK long haul airline. Last week I had a 7 hour flight (which I was working on) and a 2 day layover and then another flight back (which I was working on). With our airline we as staff get 7 free flights a year to use on ourselves. I decided to use 2 of them to bring my son…
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Pension and divorce
my ex husband and I divorced in April 2019. No official financial agreement was made and the divorce was a “diy” one. He has since sold the family home, giving me a small share of the profits. Would I be entitled to any of his private pension? He has been paying into it for over 35 years so is in line for a decent amount.…
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Feeling a bit underwhelmed at the moment
Hi everyone, Don't know if anyone feels like this at the moment, but with Christmas approaching I just want to curl up in a duvet and hibernate. I have been working from home since July, which is fine, but obviously with the current restrictions (we are in tier 3), I don't go out unless I have to. We did venture out last…
