Countdown to Freedom

Goldiegirl

I know of a few people who bought an investment house for their children to live in while at uni, and from what I understand it did work well for them.

Sorry to hear about what's going on at work.

I am not cut out for office politics and games. When I got to a certain level, that sort of thing was rife, and I hated it. I relinquished my role and went back to a lower grade ( obviously less pay) admin role, which I preferred and didn't have to play games and kiss a$$!

Hopefully you won't have to put up with it for too much longer!

Tilly_MFW_in_6_YRS

Karmacat wrote: »

If you can do it, Tilly, it definitely seems the way to go, to buy a house share for offspring at uni. I hope the figures work for you.

Work sounds horrendous :eek: that kind of stuff can be fascinating, but horrible when it affects RL

I've reached the conclusion that work is pretty comical at the moment - it is like watching kids playing when a chair is removed, each time the music stops

patanne wrote: »

I've been waiting for the "house for DD whilst at uni" conversation for almost 2 months now. I hope you find something suitable & hopefully nice people for her to share with.

Arkers wrote: »

Hi Tilly,


Long time lurker. I am sure you have already established this, but a lot of the big University towns have placed planning restrictions on changing a house into a "student home." Can't remember the actual legislation (article 4???) someone out there will know. This is to stop the "studentification" of residential neighbourhoods.


If this is the case, you have to get planning permission, or buy one already up and running. This may not apply to your DD's college.


Good Luck!

It's been on our minds for about the last year but as DD was taking a year out we thought we had more time on our side. What we don't want is an HMO, and DD will most likely need to take the bus a stop or two. In terms of income, she will be taking in two lodgers and that's acceptable as it's almost certain they won't be students. We're fortunate that we have good links with the location.

The area she is in has a good catchment area and ultimately the house will go on the general market for letting - not to students. Having seen how the houses are after they've been in - even taking into account it pays well - I'm not interested and neither is Mr T. People could think this is short sighted but money is not everything. What none of us want is DD paying rent, when it is money down the drain for her. She may as well have the benefit of us.

Arkers, many thanks for the advice, it's much appreciated

Tilly x x


Best wishes, Tilly

Tilly_MFW_in_6_YRS

Hi Thistle, sorry to hear you were feeling low. I think there's a few of us who have lost our mojo for a while. Maybe they need frequent polishing

If I lived nearer I'd come and help you have a sort out

I've lived and worked abroad a couple of times plus moved house numerous times, and one thing I picked up was 'a place for everything and everything in its place'. I cannot say I'm perfect, if only I could, but I do find that only touching things once where possible, is a big help. If I have stuff I need to refer to, I tend to file and make a diary note of where I've put, ready for when I need it. Doesn't always work and I get VERY frustrated when I lose something.

I have been mulling over what a home office of the future looks like. Most things can be stored electronically so less need for paper storage. Monitors aren't really necessary as smart TVs do the job. It will be interesting to see how much stuff we can throw out . I think it was GG that was telling me about a desk which becomes a full bed recently.

I'm guessing your earnings will increase come November as loads of people want to lose a few lbs before the big event. Fingers crossed that works well for you.

Very best wishes, Tilly x

Tilly_MFW_in_6_YRS

Goldiegirl wrote: »

I know of a few people who bought an investment house for their children to live in while at uni, and from what I understand it did work well for them.

Sorry to hear about what's going on at work.

I am not cut out for office politics and games. When I got to a certain level, that sort of thing was rife, and I hated it. I relinquished my role and went back to a lower grade ( obviously less pay) admin role, which I preferred and didn't have to play games and kiss a$$!

Hopefully you won't have to put up with it for too much longer!

You seem to be in my mind a lot at the moment. I am definitely envious (in a good way) of your upcoming retirement. I have gone through a massive transformation over the last four years and this year has been tricky. My old ways are hard to ditch and I love the challenge of working. However, the older I get (maturing like a fine bottle of wine) the less time I have for politics.

I had to cancel a date last week with a chum due to calls in the evening which really irritated me. Admittedly it was crisis management so there wasn't much choice. However, my reason for joining the calls was to protect our staff where possible and ensure the voice of reason was heard. What I'm trying to say, but possibly poorly, is I feel I have started my transition to not working as hard/taking it as seriously. I am choosing what needs my attention rather than over committing. My over riding desire to ensure people are treated with respect is not going to go though

The work I am starting to do with CAP is rewarding and a lot of the skills from work are useful.

Hope all is well with you.

Tilly x

Secret_Saving_Squirrel

I quite agree. There is nothing worse than work politics when they get nasty. The honeymoon glow has worn off my new colleagues and I am seeing them as they are with warts and all. It isn't pretty, but then neither am I and neither is any other workplace. I think that as you get older it stops being a laugh and you see it for what it really is.

Good for you for standing up for your colleagues,

Squirrel x

Goldiegirl

Tilly_MFW_in_6_YRS wrote: »

You seem to be in my mind a lot at the moment. I am definitely envious (in a good way) of your upcoming retirement. I have gone through a massive transformation over the last four years and this year has been tricky. My old ways are hard to ditch and I love the challenge of working. However, the older I get (maturing like a fine bottle of wine) the less time I have for politics.

I had to cancel a date last week with a chum due to calls in the evening which really irritated me. Admittedly it was crisis management so there wasn't much choice. However, my reason for joining the calls was to protect our staff where possible and ensure the voice of reason was heard. What I'm trying to say, but possibly poorly, is I feel I have started my transition to not working as hard/taking it as seriously. I am choosing what needs my attention rather than over committing. My over riding desire to ensure people are treated with respect is not going to go though

The work I am starting to do with CAP is rewarding and a lot of the skills from work are useful.

Hope all is well with you.

Tilly x

Hi Tilly, everything is fine here, thanks:)

I'm completely with you about the transitional period.

My transitional stage started in Ernest in May 2012. I was working part time by then, but, due to the end of the holiday year, I had a lot of holiday to take, so I had two weeks off at home (with my working pattern it was more like three weeks)

It was fabulous being at home with no thought of work.

Although we were planning on stopping work at some point, it was then that I realised it needed to be sooner rather than later.

For the last couple of years I've mentally switched off from work. When I'm there, I do my job to the best of my ability, but my mind is not 'there'.

Nine weeks today, it'll be the eve of my very last day. I'm looking forward to it, but my over-riding emotion at the moment is relief that it's nearly done

gallygirl

Tilly_MFW_in_6_YRS wrote: »

I have been mulling over what a home office of the future looks like. Most things can be stored electronically so less need for paper storage. Monitors aren't really necessary as smart TVs do the job. It will be interesting to see how much stuff we can throw out . I think it was GG that was telling me about a desk which becomes a full bed recently.

Oops yes it was . Found it, HERE - but check out the prices before seeing how fab they are :eek::eek::eek:.

Watty1

Gasping at the price of that studybed

Tilly_MFW_in_6_YRS

gallygirl wrote: »

Oops yes it was . Found it, HERE - but check out the prices before seeing how fab they are :eek::eek::eek:.

HOW MUCH :eek:

Will make do with shoving one of these in the cupboard :rotfl:

http://www.traveloutdoors.co.uk/inflatable-air-mattress/?gclid=CODh0PvIr8ECFSsXwwodfpMALA

gallygirl

Tilly_MFW_in_6_YRS wrote: »

HOW MUCH :eek:

Will make do with shoving one of these in the cupboard :rotfl:

http://www.traveloutdoors.co.uk/inflatable-air-mattress/?gclid=CODh0PvIr8ECFSsXwwodfpMALA

:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl: