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  • debtaghh
    debtaghh Posts: 1,798 Forumite
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    motivated said:
    The increases are killing everyone.  It's beyond a joke.   
    Keep plodding along and still allow yourself to live
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    All we can do is try our best x
  • debtaghh
    debtaghh Posts: 1,798 Forumite
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    Wow, I can't believe it's been nearly 2 years since I last posted! 

    Things have changed a bit for me, I'm actually looking to buy a house! I currently rent and we are looking at moving areas. We still have debt, so need to clear a big chunk before we can apply for a mortgage.

    In the last few weeks I've signed up to more survey and cashback sites and already have made £75, so I'm really pleased with that. 

    I'm going to try and regularly update my diary to keep me motivated!
  • Cherryfudge
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    Welcome back! I used to follow your diary so it's good to see you again.

    How exciting to have a house of your own on the horizon! And well done on the surveys and cashback, that's a brilliant start.
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  • enthusiasticsaver
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    I remember your diary.  Exciting news about the house and moving areas. 
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  • debtaghh
    debtaghh Posts: 1,798 Forumite
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    I remember you both! Thanks for your replies. I'm excited and feel it's closer than it's ever been but need to shift some more debt to be able to get a mortgage. 
  • Hi debtaghh, good to see you back posting, i'm also back after a short break.

    Good luck with the house move xx
  • debtaghh
    debtaghh Posts: 1,798 Forumite
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    Hi debtaghh, good to see you back posting, i'm also back after a short break.

    Good luck with the house move xx
    Thank you so much. I think when they changed it on here, I struggled to get the hang of it a bit! I just need to clear a bit more debt before we can can get a mortgage but it feels a lot closer than before. Just trying to find other ways to make more money and fast 😂
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