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Any other home buyers in NI?
Hi everyone, I'm a MSE forum newbite from NI. I am currently saving up for a house deposit, I will be a first time buyer. I just wanted to know if there is anyone else out there who has recently bought a house in NI, be it first time buyers or otherwise, what kind of a deposit did you need and what percentage of the total…
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M1 Services Between Belfast/Dublin
Afternoon, Has anyone had any experience of the service stations on the M1 between Belfast and Dublin? Had a look at the Lusk services webpage although I have one burning question; are there any loo's at the Lusk services or at the other service stop on the motorway? Thanks!
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Jewellery valuation
I have bought my engagement ring and other gems overseas and never had them valued. Now, I'm curious about their value and would like to find a reasonably priced but good jeweller to tell me their worth. Can anyone recommend a good jeweller? Also I'm not able to find an IRV (Institute Registered Valuer) in Northern Ireland…
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Damp proofing
Hi all, I have read a number of threads on here regarding damp proofing which are very useful and would like to share my own issues with you for some advice. I purchased my house 3 years ago and had a specialist survey carried out then by Dampcheck/Woodtox as a requirement of my mortgage provider. Although they did…
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Pet Sitter in East Belfast?
Just as title says, does anyone know of a person in the South-East Belfast area who looks after dogs/puppies? I have a 10 week old pup and I am looking for someone trustworthy to play with/let out my pup for an hour or two for 2/3 days per week. I have looked on gumtree but I am a wee bit unsure, and those that have got…
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Flying SHARK ... Dundonald area ?????
I know it's a long shot but If anyone has any sighting of - or indeed has just found- a helium filled shark, I'd love to know.:D My friends wee boy got one for Christmas but it has blown out of their garage and disappeared.They live in Dundonald. I've no doubt this thread will generate many humorous comments, but if anyone…
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Estimate of cost to install phoenix gas.
Has anyone any idea of how much it is likely to cost to install Phoenix Gas in a small 1st floor flat with 1 reception, 2 bedrooms, a kitchen and bathroom. This is in a small complex and Phoenix want a certain number of residents to express an interest before they will commit. They are very close by. Flat currently has…
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Court date for unpaid NI rates bill
Hey As some of you all know, my recent history re my mortgage and debt etc is starting to head in the right direction. However, as the mortgage was our main concern we aimed to pay it before all else. So now we are facing a rates bill which we have not paid. At the time we did arrange a payment plan to make the payments…
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Boiler scrappage
I have a 20 yr old oil fired central system and I think it is time to replace it for a new condensing boiler. Does anyone know what the average price would be and how much scrappage would be?
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rte signal in tyrone
hello on the analogue system i had 2 separate aerials - uhf and vhf - both are still switched on with boosters ... however despite having a full HD TV we cant pick up rte with the old system we could only pick up rte1/2 from sligo (no channel 5) Can anyone suggest what amendments I'd need to make to my aerial? Is the VHF…
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Bt Sky ?
I am with bt for my internet and its £45 per mnth thats the fibre optic and then i have sky package at £29.50 per mnth ..something has to give as i can no longer afford so much my question is has any off you got a package with both and is it much cheaper the sky is really for my 7 year old and the kids programmes i need to…
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Food donations
I have some unwanted unopened food that will probably end up in the bin if I don't pass it on. Where can I donate food here in NI? Thanks
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Bioethanol fires in Northern Ireland
Hiya guys I am looking for a fuelbox / insert for a bioethanol fire somewhere in Northern Ireland - not the full fire place - basically the metal box that you put the fuel in so I can adapt my existing fireplace. Has anyone seen them anywhere? Thanks in advance
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postcode lottery - BT4 1PX
Fao anyone in that area! £60 to be claimed
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fleg watch 2
I need a load off flegs for my patio:rotfl: (what where you thinking ) If anyone knows off any non trip (compo style ) flegs let me know . Broken flegs are no good as they generally have been used in a riot so have bit missing .; Happy Christmas one and all :T
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Chorizo sausage purchased in Belfast Xmas market
Hi In Belfast Xmas market yesterday I purchased a bag of various chorizos and dried things for a tenner. I think the stall is run in partnership with the German beer tent as it was only after drinking a fair few steins that I considered purchasing a shed load of chorizo. I've never even tasted it before to be honest. Some…
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Road blocks
of the "act of god" kind. Tree down on Killyleagh road just outside Downpatrick. Wires down on Finnebrogue Road, Downpatrick. Any others? Save money on petrol costs if we can plan detours in advance:-) :undecided:wave:
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Builder recommendation in north west
Hi, I'm planning to build a garage onto my house. I live in Claudy, near stroke city. Does anyone have any builder recommendations?
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Santa at Sprucefield 2012
Hello Just wondered (as the website is vague) if anyone has either been at Santa's grotto at Sprucefield or has seen it at Sprucefield this year? Took the kids last year and it was outside the front doors, lovely train ride and a really nice Santa in a wooden cabin - stayed for ages to chat and we were able to take photos.…
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Independant financial advisor
Hi could anyone recommend an Independant Financial Advisor in the Newtownards area?? re pensions. :)
