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Belfast outdoor spaces and dogs
Hi all, Looking for some suggestions/ideas for parks or other outdoor spaces with 'limited' prevalence of dogs. A relative lives with a crippling fear of dogs and struggles with usual council parks etc as the majority of dogs (in my experience) in these areas are not kept on leads. The likes of Mount Stewart can be ok if…
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Ear Piercing studios in East or Central Belfast?
Hi, I have read the thread about ear piercing recommendations in Belfast but the latest post was 2011. I would like to know if there are currently any places to use or avoid in East Belfast or the City Centre please? This is for myself - it is 20 years since my first piercings and I am keen to get a 2nd hole in each ear,…
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Glagorm, anyone ever got a decent price?
Hi I am hoping to book a night in the Galgrom as a treat for my OH. Its just so so expensive. Has anyone ever found a way of getting a decent price? Thank you..
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Re-registering mainland car in NI
Hi folks, My daughter purchased her car when living in England, and is now back home in NI. The car will be three years old in September, and we expect that MOT will be required as it is an english registration. I can't find anything in DVANI about registering an english car in NI, although it appears you can do the…
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Bank of Ireland - Structural Survey
Hi everyone I'm in the process of buying an end terrace in Greater Belfast. House appears to be in generally good structural condition. However BOI have just carried out a valuation survey and require me to instruct a structural engineer to carry out a building survey as there's evidence of sloping floors on the first…
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School Uniform Grant
Am I alone in not realising there was one?
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Co Ownership Advice needed
HI I am am looking to buy a property in the region of 800000. The bank and co ownership said they would both be able to lend me the 40000 50/50 split based on my circumstances. My question is that I am only temporary in my work and am going back to school although i know i can still keep up with repayments during this…
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Kitchen Refurb
I need to refurbish my small kitchen, which is extremely old. I am happy with the layout so could potentially just go for new cupboard doors and handles (a few of the doors/drawers are not standard sizes). Can anyone recommend a company that would do this, and if the doors or drawer fronts are not standard, could that pose…
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Poor Quality Work - Rules in NI
Hi, I'm new to NI and I recently got a painter in to paint a small bedroom and repair some parts of the wall. I was quoted a price of £230 including paint and given a schedule of two days. After two days of work I realised the room didn't look completed with wall paint on the skirting board as well as the mid border wood…
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LED Dance Floor for Weddings
Does anyone have any recommendations for those nice LED dance floors for weddings? Interested in local companies who do good deals. :beer:
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Advice on purchase of a 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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Mercedes
Looking for a service on my Mercedes don't like paying mecerdes dealership prices
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Boi
Anyone else bank with BOI how long does it usually take a Cheque to clear ?
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Buying a Suit in Belfast
Hi, I'm new to NI and I am looking to purchase a suit for wearing everyday to work. I popped into Kells on Bedford street today but for a suit and two shirts the price was £300. Are there any other venues that offer quality suits at competitive prices?
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USA Family Travel Insurance
Hi folks Can any recommend a good travel insurance provider for a 2 week trip to USA for a family of 2 adults and 3 kids We live in NI but are flying from Dublin so need to make sure that is covered Thanks in advance
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Crash Services (accident management) - has anyone used them?
I'm thinking of letting these guys deal with the recent damage to my car. Background here: https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/5651375 I know these companies have a seriously bad rep but I'd appreciate hearing from anyone who has used this one in particular. They have guaranteed me that I will not be liable for…
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Buying Freehold confusion?
Apologies, I know there’s been numerous threads about buying the freehold on this forum, but I am still slightly confused. It appears, relatively, straightforward to redeem the ground rent but I am confused as to whether you own the freehold once you've redeemed the ground rent? The guide on the ni.gov site has this to…
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Dreams bed
Noticed a bed from Dreams store I quite like - anyone got any feedback on their customer care/ delivery? Or alternatively any recommendations on were to buy a bed? (East Antrim/Belfast area) Ta
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Northern Ireland Residential Property Price Index
Don't forget, the latest report is out tomorrow. Should be available here: http://www.dfpni.gov.uk/lps/statistics-and-research-publications.htm Personally, I predict drops for Q4 2012 and Q1 2013, but not as big as the previous years. Therefore, I think the annual rate of decline will reduce from the current 12% to well…
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VW Golf clutch repair / replacement
Can anyone recommend a garage (ideally in Belfast / North Down) that could replace the clutch on a VW Golf, do a good job but not charge a fortune? I'm not sure if a repair will be possible (clutch release bearing is going) and I know the main dealer is going to quote megabucks for a new clutch if we bring it to them.
