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Baby steps to mortgage freedom for beanielou.

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  • Sun_Addict
    Sun_Addict Posts: 24,149 Forumite
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    I remember queuing at the cinema to see Grease when it first came out. I even had the skin tight trousers and boob tube like Olivia’s 😬
    I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 95,806 Ambassador
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    Glad you had a good time out beanie. 
    Yes -Grease takes me back as well! 1978!!!  Where did the time go!😳
    Where did it go indeed! In 1978 I thought the age I am now was absolutely ancient & decrepit. 
    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.
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 95,806 Ambassador
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Academoney Grad Mortgage-free Glee!
    I remember queuing at the cinema to see Grease when it first came out. I even had the skin tight trousers and boob tube like Olivia’s 😬
    Go you   🤩
    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.
  • Sun_Addict
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    I use a spray mop to clean up Mr SA’s and the cats’ accidents provided they’re not too bad that is, it can’t cope with large amounts of fluid. You just put water and a dash of cleaning solution in the mop handle. Then put the pad in the washing machine. Great for quick mop rounds too. 
    I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 95,806 Ambassador
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    I use a spray mop to clean up Mr SA’s and the cats’ accidents provided they’re not too bad that is, it can’t cope with large amounts of fluid. You just put water and a dash of cleaning solution in the mop handle. Then put the pad in the washing machine. Great for quick mop rounds too. 
    Thanks. Whit a subject! 
    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.
  • CrazyBee787
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    beanielou said:
    I have done my SOA.  It’s showing a deficit amount. At least I know. 
    Does anyone know the amount that single people can put on a SOA for food?  That would be very helpful. 

    Another question. I am looking for a dry mop to use in the morning. If I have an accident’ I chuck some method floor cleaner on. I am just looking for an easy way to wipe that up. Any suggestions greatly appreciated. 
    Hi Beanie, I am single and a bit of a foodie I can usually keep it to £60 per week, however I eat a lot and this includes most toiletries and household cleaners, I can sometime get it as low as £40. It depends on what you think you can do, I find that if I order the right amount I won't be tempted to buy elsewhere, so I save, but therefore I have a healthy budget. Good luckX
    Mission Number One: Get a job!
    Mission Number Two: Get a lodger!
    Mission Number Three: Clear debt, starting balance: £1997.17, balance now: £1997.17
    Once accomplished all three come back and start new missions!
  • CrazyBee787
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    PS. Also I order online, £40 is the lowest you can order at sainsburys - I beleive you shop at waitrose sadly that is over priced!
    Mission Number One: Get a job!
    Mission Number Two: Get a lodger!
    Mission Number Three: Clear debt, starting balance: £1997.17, balance now: £1997.17
    Once accomplished all three come back and start new missions!
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 95,806 Ambassador
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    PS. Also I order online, £40 is the lowest you can order at sainsburys - I beleive you shop at waitrose sadly that is over priced!
    Have been shopping at Waitrose as they are so good at the delivery side of things & bringing in the shopping and helping to unpack.  Unfortunately that won’t be possible now. 
    I don’t find them too expensive as I am very careful with what I buy but for the next year it won’t be possible.  
    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.
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