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Moore & Son Jewellers - gold buying
I got a flyer through the door for this - they're in the Ashburn Hotel in Lurgan on Wednesday. I was a bit dubious because they only give a mobile number, no other contact details, no business address. I certainly would be reluctant to do business with anyone who only gives a mobile number! Plus the price they're quoting…
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Direct debits. Can this really be right?
ok, this should probably go on the banking board, but I prefer the Northern Ireland board as I find that people are generally that bit more helpful....and civilised! To cut a long story short....the ever competent Santander have recently set up a DD on my bank account and helped themselves to £200. I have never had any…
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Shooting Range in Northern Ireland?
This will probably sound strange and odd... Me and the missus want to try something different this weekend so we're planning to go stay in a hotel for the weekend while the wee one is getting minded. For something different we thought it would be fun to try going to a shooting range. Does this seem odd? Do couples do this…
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Northern Bank Fees
I must admit that from the outset I do like the Northern Bank, however I currently wish to take out a second mortgage with them a buy to let mortgage on a property valued at 70K for which I will be putting up a 30% deposit. They have however decided to push onto me mortgage arrangement fees in excess of £1000 stating the…
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Fingerprinting Children at School
Received a letter from school re introduction of Biometric fingerprint scanners at school. Has anyone any experience of this? The school want to introduce it to take class registration (what's wrong with teachers taking role call???). Fingerprints are converted to a numerical value and letter says school will not keep…
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Good experience of timber frame companies?
Well planning finally through and we are thinking of going down the timber frame route. Has anyone had good personal experience of Irish based timber frame manufacturers?
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family of 4 wanting a cheapy holiday in the south of ireland.
me, OH, 5 year old and 1 year old boys. we have a 3 week window, last 3 in august and we would like at most a week but 3/4 days would do. we are happy to caravan, do self catering, or hotel it as long as it isn't too expensive. we haven't our heart set on it so no biggie if we dont get anything. does anybody know A) a good…
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Where to take 4 year old for over night?
H is away with work so I am currently on my own. Was looking to take dd (4) and ds (7 weeks) away for a couple of days. Any ideas of a suitable place to stay? Was thinking portrush but any other ideas welcome or idead of suitable accomodation.
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Is there a moneysaving expert equivalent website for Dublin/Ireland?
I am searching for flights and would be willing to fly from Dublin. Does anyone know if a site like this exsits with Dublin/Ireland info in it?
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Buying turf - BT51 area
We need about 14 sq m of turf to patch in part of our garden. Where is the best place to buy this locally. Could I collect it all in the boot of a MPV or would i need a trailer?? Many thanks.. ETA - thought I would buy turf as have small children and a dog so grass seeds would never have a chance!!
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julian graves @junction1
hi i have just been to junction 1 and the julian graves store appears to be closing.all stock is half price,and even the display stands are for sale.
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The standard of driving, especially in and around Belfast
This should probably go in the Money Savers Arms, but I think it applies specifically to Northern Ireland and Belfast in particular. What is it with drivers these days? I learnt to drive in the mid-eighties and my instructor taught me to be respectful of other drivers, to be cautious in traffic and to be safe at all times.…
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newtownabbey tree services
anyone had any dealings with this company - if so good or bad?
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Old tvs
Hi Guys, I recently bought a house in Belfast and the previous owners left most of the furnishings, including their two tvs: a huge 'old-style' one & a smaller, portable older style one. We recently went the whole hog and bought a flatscreen tv, so now have no use for either of these tvs. It is a pity as the larger one - a…
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Overdraft issues
Hi, I graduated from university in Belfast last July. I have a Halifax student account so had 0% on my overdraft. I had been steadily reducing it from £1250 limit to £700, but have been unemployed since Christmas and have 1 month before the account is changed to a regular current account and I start getting charged £1 a…
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Mortgage Adviser -East Belfast
Hi Peeps Just wondering if anyone had any recommendations- we are looking at houses at moment and hope to buy v soon. Hubby has spoken to Northern Bank who will only go through application when we had agreed on a property. We also have a Halifax promise doda but as a money saving wannabee, I want to make sure we get the…
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Anyone know about grants for university?
We've been saving since our children were born for their education post-18, if they choose to go down that route. Despite many times when we needed the cash, we've managed so far not to touch it. However, as the time gets nearer, a friend of my husband has told him that by having these savings, we will be ineligible for…
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Interior Design Services in NI
Hi all, Im about to embark on an online Interior Design Diploma as im about to be made redundant from my job and have always had a major interest in it. I'm curious to hear if anyone has done one of these courses. I've been looking at 'KLC school of design' in London and 'Interior design academy of Ireland' in Galway which…
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Snow patrol - Ward Park - Suggested Pick-up points?
Hope someone here can help out - don't know Bangor very well and I will be collecting teenage daughter plus friends after the Snow patrol concert at Ward Park on Saturday evening. I don't want her hanging about too long, or heading off and getting lost. I'd welcome any suggestions re a landmark/shop/notable location that I…
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Free swimming lesson - 6 June
As part of Euro Sport Day, Templemore Amateur Swimming Club in Belfast are running free learn to swim classes for all ages on Sunday 6th June between 12pm and 2pm. Venue: Templemore Avenue Swimming Pool. This event is one of many being run in conjunction with Belfast City Council. For more info check out the Templemore…
