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CrazyBee wants to be Mortgage Free!

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  • Newstartforme
    Newstartforme Posts: 377 Forumite
    100 Posts First Anniversary Name Dropper

    Hi Bee , you will probably get a weight loss next week , that's what usually happens after a big loss , you stick then lose following week . Has the lodger gone , could you not have just gave some rules regarding noise etc so you had a bit more time to get used to having someone in the house again and a welcome bit of extra income? Xx

  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 99,533 Ambassador
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Academoney Grad Mortgage-free Glee!

    Always best to have a chat when they come to view and set down your ground rules. 🤗

    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*** in ~~Japanese proverb.
    ***Keep plodding*** Out of debt, out of danger.
    One debt remaining. Home improvement loan. 19months left.
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 99,533 Ambassador
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Academoney Grad Mortgage-free Glee!

    You really need to knock the scratch cards on the head. Good luck with interviews.

    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*** in ~~Japanese proverb.
    ***Keep plodding*** Out of debt, out of danger.
    One debt remaining. Home improvement loan. 19months left.
  • Ms_Potato_Head
    Ms_Potato_Head Posts: 135 Forumite
    Sixth Anniversary 100 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker

    Love it, go Team Bee 💕

    MFW: Journey started Nov 2025. Due to finish Nov 2053.

    OPs: £30

    DC pension pot to target: 22.81%

    Mrs SD's 2026 Declutter Campaign: 🏅⭐️

  • Sammie_1985
    Sammie_1985 Posts: 248 Forumite
    Sixth Anniversary 100 Posts Name Dropper

    brilliant results on the weight loss. You should be proud of yourself.

    🏡Mortgage July 2019 - £240,000
    💫Term Remaining (Without Overpayments) - 23yrs 2Months

    🏡Mortgage Now - £183,867.29
    💫Term Remaining (With Overpayments) - 20yrs 6Months

    🗓️246/360 Monthly Payments Remaining 

    💷MFW 2026 #4 - £3358.46/£7000

    💰EF - £6440/£10000


  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 99,533 Ambassador
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Academoney Grad Mortgage-free Glee!

    So have you decided to not go on to ESA?

    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*** in ~~Japanese proverb.
    ***Keep plodding*** Out of debt, out of danger.
    One debt remaining. Home improvement loan. 19months left.
  • Chieveley
    Chieveley Posts: 519 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 500 Posts Name Dropper

    HI Bee, do you not get a deposit up front from your lodgers so you are not out of pocket? When might you learn about the ESA. Well done for avoiding the chocolate. things will look better after a good nights sleep.

  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 99,533 Ambassador
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Academoney Grad Mortgage-free Glee!

    I think you need to have a period of stability. I think ESA may give you that. The next time you meet with a new lodger to be have a wee chat with them and gently explain what your minimum ground rules are.

    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*** in ~~Japanese proverb.
    ***Keep plodding*** Out of debt, out of danger.
    One debt remaining. Home improvement loan. 19months left.
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 99,533 Ambassador
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Academoney Grad Mortgage-free Glee!

    Oh & meant to say if lodger moves out without paying you then you could keep the deposit?

    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*** in ~~Japanese proverb.
    ***Keep plodding*** Out of debt, out of danger.
    One debt remaining. Home improvement loan. 19months left.
  • Newstartforme
    Newstartforme Posts: 377 Forumite
    100 Posts First Anniversary Name Dropper

    Well done on continuing with the weight loss , even small amounts add up x

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