We really can't afford the house we want/need will things get better for us or just forget it?

Scotbot

Thought it was too far out of town? Don't even think of putting a piano in the conservatory, it will warp in no tine

mrsmortgage

Scotbot said:

Thought it was too far out of town? Don't even think of putting a piano in the conservatory, it will warp in no tine

I mean it's not the closest BUT it felt like home, and all the children were happy. That feeling is quite unique. 

kdotdotdotdot

So we've gone from "I can't afford the house I need and won't make any compromises whatsoever to get one, even though I'm miserable" to "here's a house I want to buy!", is that right?  

mrsmortgage

kdotdotdotdot said:

So we've gone from "I can't afford the house I need and won't make any compromises whatsoever to get one, even though I'm miserable" to "here's a house I want to buy!", is that right?  

The house in itself has never made me so miserable in comparison to the potential compromises. This is a fairly happy middle as it's not that far away from the town centre. It's still somewhat within walking distance and it's the one that gives something to everyone in the family. 

Tokmon

purplebutterfly said:

Tokmon said:

so there isn't any shortage of workers to replace someone if they are let go.

Sadly, after Brexit, this is no longer true.  We currently have a deficiency of fruit and veg pickers, hauliers, bar staff, restaurant staff and other minimum wage jobs.  That's before we look at the shortage of skilled tradesmen due to a mass exodus back to Europe. 

MysteryMe said:

Tokmon said:

MysteryMe said:

If the pandemic proved anything, it is that people who are often viewed as being disposable in low paid work are actually the most important. 

The job role's are important but the people are generally disposable because low paying jobs tend to be one's that almost anyone can do, so there isn't any shortage of workers to replace someone if they are let go.

You are out of date.  

Well it would be good if i am wrong because there will soon be a lot of redundancies when the government support ends so at least if there are plenty of jobs available then people will easily be able to get one instead of having to go on benefits.

getmore4less

mrsmortgage said:

I found this property on the Rightmove Android app and wanted you to see it: https://www.rightmove.co.uk/property/109415729

So if any of you kind people can help me figure out how much to offer I'd appreciate it  

previous on that one

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/78434439/#Comment_78434439


https://www.rightmove.co.uk/house-prices/tr1-3yj.html

The last one of those to sell was May 2020 £278k

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/house-prices/detailMatching.html?prop=85897685&sale=91114734&country=england

18months ago £257k
https://www.rightmove.co.uk/house-prices/detailMatching.html?prop=73213486&sale=90512178&country=england
asking was  £270k on that one
https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/73213486#/

where to pitch? 
the shortage of properties  probably means needs to be around asking. 
Why are they moving?


I thought  2 miles out was going to be too far, also looking at the maps there seems to be no shortcuts out of the estate towards Truro centre if walking.

getmore4less

wondered what that was in this picture
https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/109415729#/media?id=media6

TPO on that tree next door it will grow back.
PA21/00246 | To pollard Ash tree which is subject to a TPO. | 51 Chyvelah Vale Gloweth Truro TR1 3YJ

mrsmortgage

They're downsizing. And I'm sure they want to make the most of the current market. 

I've been also trying to get their  solicitor's details. I know they're the ones their broker suggested (of whom I have the details...) Tried calling the broker(out for lunch) but forwarded his details to my potential vendors EA too... The joys of selling privately! 

Scotbot

I see  the 4 bed  terrace you didn't like is SSTC after only a week  so why isn't this one selling?
https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/76582425#/
Admittedly the photos are awful

mrsmortgage

Scotbot said:

I see  the 4 bed  terrace you didn't like is SSTC after only a week  so why isn't this one selling?
https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/76582425#/
Admittedly the photos are awful

It's a tip.... As simple as that.