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When this site was sold by Martin Lewis some of it’s value was based on the thickish people like me who seek advice on the forums.  Today I have encountered some friendly well meaning people I’ve also encountered some rude people who use their expert knowledge to try and  belittle other users. These experts have put me off coming here for advice.  
Of course I’m no expert. 
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  • This site makes it money from visits by people like me. I very rarely come here so I’m unfamiliar with the rules. 
    Of course I’m no expert. 
  • MalMonroe
    MalMonroe Posts: 5,783 Forumite
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    This site makes it money from visits by people like me. I very rarely come here so I’m unfamiliar with the rules. 
    At the top right hand side of the leader page is a box which says 'forum rules', next to a box that says 'help'. Rules were updated on 4 November and do say that they don't pre-moderate and it's up to users to report misuse/abuse. 

    It's good to read those rules, they're not strict, just common sense - and some good advice, such as "Bear in mind that anyone can say anything on the forum. Just because someone says they're an independent financial adviser, broker, electrician etc, doesn't mean they ARE one."

    Also, if someone is rude to you or makes inappropriate comments, you can report them and if the forum team agrees that comments are inappropriate, they remove them. And if someone in particular offends you, then you can 'ignore' them and you don't have to bother with them again.
    Please note - taken from the Forum Rules and amended for my own personal use (with thanks) : It is up to you to investigate, check, double-check and check yet again before you make any decisions or take any action based on any information you glean from any of my posts. Although I do carry out careful research before posting and never intend to mislead or supply out-of-date or incorrect information, please do not rely 100% on what you are reading. Verify everything in order to protect yourself as you are responsible for any action you consequently take.
  • Pollycat
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    MalMonroe said:
    At the top right hand side of the leader page is a box which says 'forum rules', next to a box that says 'help'. Rules were updated on 4 November and do say that they don't pre-moderate and it's up to users to report misuse/abuse. 

    It's good to read those rules, they're not strict, just common sense - and some good advice, such as "Bear in mind that anyone can say anything on the forum. Just because someone says they're an independent financial adviser, broker, electrician etc, doesn't mean they ARE one."

    Also, if someone is rude to you or makes inappropriate comments, you can report them and if the forum team agrees that comments are inappropriate, they remove them. And if someone in particular offends you, then you can 'ignore' them and you don't have to bother with them again.

    Not only there.
    At the top of this board is a header that says:
    Important update! We have recently reviewed and updated our Forum Rules and FAQs. Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the latest version.

    It also appears at the top of every thread.

    As far as I'm aware it's the same on every board.


    I've not read your other posts but I agree with Katrina about posting incorrect information.

    Whoever does so should be prepared to be corrected.

    And accept it gracefully.


    The forum rules clearly spell out the information MalMonroe gives in the final paragraph of his/her post.



  • DCFC79
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    edited 3 December 2020 at 10:20PM
    When this site was sold by Martin Lewis some of it’s value was based on the thickish people like me who seek advice on the forums.  Today I have encountered some friendly well meaning people I’ve also encountered some rude people who use their expert knowledge to try and  belittle other users. These experts have put me off coming here for advice.  
    Which replies are these then ?

    I don't see any replies that were rude.

  • Dazed_and_C0nfused
    Dazed_and_C0nfused Posts: 17,557 Forumite
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    edited 3 December 2020 at 10:26PM
    I suspect the op is possibly referring to one of these threads.  But doubt many would see either as rude.
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    https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6220188/self-assessment-advise
  • I suspect the op is possibly referring to one of these threads.  But doubt many would see either as rude.
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    https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6220188/self-assessment-advise
    I figured it was the responses to his advice on page two https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6221064/capital-gains-tax-query-on-rental-property/p2
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