-
Buying a house - AFHOS
Hello, Has anyone used or have any info about the pilot Armed Forces Home Ownership Scheme? We have applied & are in the process of gathering info for a financial assessment before we see if we are approved. We're curious to know what others' experiences have been and whether it could 'back fire' on us later. Assistance is…
-
MMA GYH(M) GYH(EY) and Tax rebates - help!
Hello all, I have read on all kinds of forums about what I can and cannot do here, so I have a broad idea, but I would appreciate some advice with references to any relevant documentation if possible. I have been informed of the whole tax exemption and claim-back (that can be backdated 6 years) for motor mileage claims in…
-
Capital Gains Tax on owned home question (live in SFA)
Can anyone tell me (if it's possible as I have a feeling there are no black and white answers) if we would have to pay CGT on a property that we own but have never lived in. Family live in it, but don't pay rent. Any help appreciated, selling is a little way off, so will obviously seek financial advice before hand. Just…
-
British sailor missing in Dubai, please read and share
I realise this isn't moneysaving but it is forces related so hopefully this post won't be removed. A British sailor has been missing in Dubai for over a week now. If any of you are on Twitter or Facebook please help to get this out there - the more people that see this the better. http://www.bringtimmyhome.co.uk/ Thanks
-
please sign petetion for Isimeli Baleiwai
http://www.gopetition.com/petitions/stop-bale-being-deported-after-13-years-serving-british.html please help keep him in our country
-
Living in SFA but have another property
Hello I wonder if someone can help. My husband and I live in married quarters but we have another property which is currently unoccupied. Its now been empty for 6 months so we have had the council tax exemption, but of course that 6 months has run out and we now have to start paying it again. I heard that if you live in…
-
Advice re: Son failed navy pyschometric test please
My son who is 18 and still at college(studying public services) until July applied for the navy, when he sat his pyschometric test he failed the maths part. He has always struggled with maths, he has sat his maths GCSE twice and got a D both times. He is not allowed to apply again for a year, does anyone know if all…
-
Mortgages for Forces
I'm posting this in the hope it will be of use to someone. We own a house (with mortgage) but live in MQ due to 'the job' and had been letting our house, with consent to let. The current fixed rate is soon up and current lender had told us we'd only be able to get a Buy to Let (more expensive than many repayment…
-
Electoral roll + invested house
This is not of a financial nature, however it seems the most appropriate thread. Whist it is accepted anyone is required to enter their name on the electoral roll, rarely has anyone been prosecuted for not doing so. One assumes there is no variation for military personnel. Maybe you would have an opinion on this scenario.…
-
facebook
why do people in the army have to be careful what we post on facebook? and who sets these rules?
-
New Self Preference System for SFA Applications: Your Feedback Wanted
Have you used the new Self Preference system when applying for your Service Families Accommodation? The NFF is keen to know about your experiences. Please take a moment to answer our short website poll (top right of screen). Your feedback will be used as evidence in a meeting with senior Defence Infrastructure Organisation…
-
SAFFA - is there any organisation to help retired Merchant Seaman
Hi, My dad is an ex Royal Navy Seaman, and also an ex Merchant Navy Seaman. He's currently in a hospital rehab unit to get fit enough to come home. He really needs a walk in shower as getting over the bath is going to be a problem. The Occupational Therapist is ready to discharge him. But I'm worried how he's going to…
-
Military Challenge Coin Discounts
Top quality highly detailed die struck coins with discounts for the military. These guys make coins for some of the most elite men in uniform. SEAL Team One and the Green Berets too. Owned and operated by veterans they understand the importance of challenge coins. Jewlery Designers Resource Center Tell them you heard about…
-
Married Dependants Employment Issues!
Hi, I will try to keep this short and sweet... I have just been informed of an impending short notice 6 monther. My wife currently works at a health club two days a week while our 2 year old daughter goes to nursery. Having informed her employer that she would only be able to work between 8 and 5 (nursery hrs) due to me…
-
Win Tickets to Scott’s Last Expedition – At the Natural History Museum, London
Enter our competition for a chance to win a family ticket (two adults and two children) to Scott’s Last Expedition, at the Natural History Museum in London. Explore the captivating story of Royal Naval Captain Scott's last expedition to Antarctica in 1910-1913. The expedition features rare artefacts used by Scott's team,…
-
Pension query....!
Hi everyone, Apologies if this has been mentioned before but I just wanted some advice about my Forces pension. I completed 9 years colour service and left in 1999. I know that I can claim my pension at 60 years old but I've been hearing a lot of rumbling about changes to the pension scheme. Is there any where I can…
-
Military Discounts
When the other thread started I was going to list them all for easy access, but never got round to doing it, so still don't know what companies do discount lol. Maybe one day ... Really want to make the most of discounts so can anyone tell me what "local" shops do military discount, eg, river island, wilkinsons etc. Any…
-
Cleaning oven to march out standard - tips please?
I have an electric oven and hob (has the solid plates rather than rings). I've always paid march out cleaners but we're moving ourselves this time so can't afford it. Best methods for cleaning the oven and in particular the hob would be gratefully received. TIA :)
-
Naval Service Redundancy Programme – Tranche 2 Notification
As the changes announced in the Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR) are implemented, the Naval Service is reducing in size by approximately 5,000 people in order to reach a figure of around 30,000 regular Service personnel by April 2015. The first tranche of redundancy completes in September this year and the…
-
Just 10 minutes...
The Army Families Federation (AFF) needs to find out about how you feel about your life as an Army family. We ask that all Army families complete our survey so that we can represent your views to Army command and politicians. With drastic spending cuts affecting jobs, housing and all aspects of Army life please use this…
