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Nurse planning return after maternity leave
Hi all I am after some advice............ I am currently 24 weeks pregnant and work as a nurse term time. I have a review coming up with my employer and I have already raised a grievance against my trust and was about to raise another on discrimination in pregnancy my employers have managed to resolve the issue but I have…
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Child maintenance service
Hi sorry if I'm in the wrong place, not very technical and has taken ages to start writing. Really need some advice please. I separated from my ex some 14 years ago and to keep the peace and because I am a wimp he decided how much to pay towards the children etc. For the last 5 years he has been paying £10 per week for…
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My son is moving back after 8 years away, how much do I charge him rent?
Hi everyone, My son is moving back in with me after moving out at 18 - now 8 years ago. Currently it is me and my daughter (who is 17). I have absolutely no idea what to charge him for rent and was hoping for some guidance or suggestions from fellow money savers! I live in a 3 bed semi, me and my daughter have a double…
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Saving our young generation
should I teach my child the importance of saving as early as 4years? or should I wait for the child to be a little bit older, I think the earlier the better.
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In what ways are you like your parents?
Like what do you have in common with them , what traits of theirs do you have?
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1st birthday party
Really struggling for what to do for our little ones first birthday. We did the Christening at home and found it very stressful and not that cheap. My husband has large friends group who all have a couple of children that he wants to invite. He doesn't want to be responsible for doing any of the work as it was so stressful…
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Cheap wedding abroad
Hi I'm not sure whether this is the right forum to post this on. My partner and I are looking at getting married abroad in august 2019 we've found some lovely places in Cyprus but it's just so expensive to have your holiday there as we would like a 2 week all inclusive aswell as it will also be our family holiday that year…
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Is this seller teasing me?
I saw a small kitchen item advertised. I offered £5 for it as I felt asking price of £10 was too much for it. Seller said no, as they wanted £10. Fair enough, no problem. I said I'd leave it and i'll try to get another. Then a few weeks later, seller gets in touch to say they will take the £5 now, if I can collect that…
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Marriage brake down
Hi advice please.. my husband and I had major fall out at weekend he is now looking for somewhere to rent.. We are in rented accommodation and not sure when he will be leaving problem I have is he usually pays rent etc I'm pretty sure he won't be when it comes around on 1st September... Am I within my rights to contact tax…
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Where can I sell used kids designer clothes?
Hi I'm having a massive clear out and would like to sell used childrens clothes. I have tried EBay but you get peanuts and I would like to generate more money from these items than giving them away for 99p! Any recommendations/ advise? Ideally it would be great to sell the lot in one go but where? Thank you
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Can my dad send me £17K from abroad?
Evening, My ex and I split two years ago and agreed our debt plan between us - he was meant to keep paying the credit cards, which were mostly all his debt, but in my name. He did so for a year, but his circumstances have changed and he has had missed payments in the last few months, and I am consistently being chased for…
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Maternity Allowance
Can anyone tell me how long it's currently taking to process maternity allowance claims? I'm self-employed and applied a few weeks ago with the 6th of Aug being my date to stop working. However, I'm now in a position where I don't know if I'll get maternity allowance for sure as I haven't heard back from them and I'm not…
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Debenhams Personal Shopper experience?
I am thinking about booking a few hours with a Personal Shopper at Debenhams. I'm a size 14/16 and am clueless with what to wear to make the most of my apple shaped body. I dont like my stomach, but i have quite nice legs. Has anyone booked with Debenhams Personal Shoppers before, and what did you think? I'm on a budget,…
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Tax Credits new claim
Hi, a bit of different situation but I would like advice please. My Husband and I have split up but neither of us can afford to move out of our house (mortgaged), so we are just living separately basically in the house. I'm on maternity leave, due to go back to work in October, so my income at the moment is only statutory…
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Divorce/separation/house sale advice please
I'm in the early process of attempting to split with my husband after 12 years of marriage. It's myself who has initiated this, and my husband is not in agreement, as he is worried about the negative effect this would have on our children, and that they would not get as much, financially, as what they do now, due to both…
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Belated birthday tea? Ideas needed
My eldest was 6 on New Years Day and as you might imagine it is one of the worst days to have a birthday party or similar as everyone (particularly of her age) is busy so we haven't been able to do much. Tbh this has been fine with me as I'm not really into arranging children's parties etc. However now she is a bit older…
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Prescription Penalty charge notice
Hi, Wasn't really sure which forum to put this on but will try here! I've had a prescription penalty charge notice through with a fine for £100.80 as I 'ticked' the maternity exemption certificate. I used to have one as I had a baby but she is 1 now and the pharmacy deliver my parcels so they just assumed it was still…
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Shool Fees - Charity Status Question
Sorry if this is the wrong place to post - please advise/move as necessary. Not looking for sympathy - just advice. Hubby (was a high earner) has been off work for nearly 2 years due to illness. Critical Illness insurance wont pay out. As a result we are in arrears with school fees for £12,000 (we are £50,000 in debt in…
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Best Washer/Dryer
Hi I need to buy a washer/dryer and would welcome recommendations. My budget is around £300 - £400. I am particularly interested in one that offers a quick wash cycle. I won't be using the tumble dryer much as it will really only be used in emergencies. PS - Is there another thread I could/should post this on? Thanks in…
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Childcare vouchers
I have been researching childcare vouchers but no matter how much I read I am still confused, I know they take the money before tax but how does that help me save money? Someone told me they put in £64 out of their wages and get that money plus extra back in vouchers or are they telling a porky pie