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Baby steps to mortgage freedom for beanielou.

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  • Suffolk_lass
    Suffolk_lass Posts: 10,331 Forumite
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    I am pretty sure they are a bit like the leisure batteries we have in the motorhome, which means there are two sorts - sealed lead-acid or gel (both maintenance free but need charging every day). The chargers are smart chargers which means they stop the trickle charge once the batteries are charged up. It is important not to let the charge drop by inactivity (so charge every night is best practice).

    My understanding is that the gel ones are the way to go, but only if you can afford them. You should find you need 2 and they must be the same (as they work in series - you don't need to understand all that side). If you find a supplier who can fit them for you, they can be provided VAT-free. You may need someone to measure up to make sure you know both the current dimensions of your existing batteries and their power output so you order ones that fit. If you bought your scooter from a disability provider locally they might well be able to collect and do this (and will know what you need) and then deliver back to you.
    Save £12k in 2025 #2 I am at £4863.32 out of £6000 after May (81.05%)
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  • teafor2
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    Morning Beanie :) Hope you get the batteries sorted. I've no idea about anything like that so stand in awe of Suffolk-Lass's knowledge, which I'm sure will be a great help :) Have a good day. x
  • milann
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    Hope you get the battery sorted so you can get out and about again.
    Hows the infected finger now?
    January spends - £587.58
  • teafor2
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    Hi Beanie :) Hope you're OK and just enjoying a quiet weekend. x
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 95,804 Ambassador
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    Family up from down south for a week & staying locally.
    So we have doing bits & bobs.
    Money not going as well as it should be!
    I am a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on Mortgage Free Wannabe & Local Money Saving Scotland & Disability Money Matters. If you need any help on those boards, do let me know.Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any post you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button , or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com. All views are my own & not the official line of Money Saving Expert.

    Lou~ Debt free Wanabe No 55 DF 03/14.**Credit card debt free 30/06/10~** MFW. Finally mortgage free O2/ 2021****
    "A large income is the best recipe for happiness I ever heard of" Jane Austen in Mansfield Park.

    ***Fall down seven times,stand up eight*** ~~Japanese proverb.
    ***Keep plodding*** Out of debt, out of danger. ***Be the difference.***
    One debt remaining. Home improvement loan.
  • milann
    milann Posts: 11,426 Forumite
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    Forget the money - you can pull back when the family have gone. Have fun 👍🥂
    January spends - £587.58
  • teafor2
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    Agree 100% with Milann, the money can always be sorted out later. You enjoy your week with the family. xx 
  • Sun_Addict
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    Time spent with your family is definitely more important xx
    I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 95,804 Ambassador
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    It is important but is it the start of the slippery slope is my worry.
    I am a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on Mortgage Free Wannabe & Local Money Saving Scotland & Disability Money Matters. If you need any help on those boards, do let me know.Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any post you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button , or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com. All views are my own & not the official line of Money Saving Expert.

    Lou~ Debt free Wanabe No 55 DF 03/14.**Credit card debt free 30/06/10~** MFW. Finally mortgage free O2/ 2021****
    "A large income is the best recipe for happiness I ever heard of" Jane Austen in Mansfield Park.

    ***Fall down seven times,stand up eight*** ~~Japanese proverb.
    ***Keep plodding*** Out of debt, out of danger. ***Be the difference.***
    One debt remaining. Home improvement loan.
  • skint_spice
    skint_spice Posts: 13,451 Forumite
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    Hope you are having fun.
    Mortgage OP 2025 £6250/7000
    Mortgage OP 2024 £7700/7000

    Mortgage balance: £36,210


    Money making challenge £58/400

    ”Do what others won’t early in life so you can do what others can’t later in life” (stolen from Gally Girl)
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