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  • tigergambit
    tigergambit Posts: 207 Forumite
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    RAS said:
    I think AirB&B could be more demanding than you think.

    The place needs to be professionally cleaned before occupiers move in and many won't like any sort of dog smell. It also needs a clear fridge, freezer and pantry plus cooking equipment designed for the largest party that could occupy plus a couple. And pristine bedding and linen for the entire group, probably times two to allow for hand overs.
    Yeah, there's no way I could do Airbnb on my own - even though the rooms we let aren't normally in use the cleaning, laundry etc is a LOT. My wife is very fussy but that's what is needed. I don't think you have enough time.

    I do think that you should look at taking a lodger though - £7500 tax free is not to be sniffed at.
  • kimwp
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    Unless you can do a decent job, I wouldn't advise a self trim. I had a go at cutting my sister's hair, it's surprisingly difficult to achieve a straight line....
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  • RAS
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    Check out "cutting your own bangs", American term for trimming your fringe. That should lead you to videos showing you how to drag your hair in to a ponytail near your crown and trim into an attractive layered look.
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  • OopsIdiditagain1
    OopsIdiditagain1 Posts: 50 Forumite
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    Thanks RAS and kimwp. I did try the pony tail technique, wasn't terrible, a bit lop sided but just need a bit of practice. I have long curly hair, I think it hides the less than perfect chop. I wear it up most of the time and as long as I look presentable on Teams I'm not bothered! 
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