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Neighbour now says our fence is on his land after previously agreeing to it.
We bought our house 2018,our neighbours moved in the same year, we got on really well. They erected their own fence all the way around their property because they didn't want to have a party fence. We then built our own in our back garden, the neighbour suggested we go onto his land around half a foot to get concrete posts…
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Barclaycard Reward Foreign usage: Are fees just hidden in their Visa conversion rate?
MSE recommends using a Barclaycard Reward in preference to a Lloyds credit card abroad. But, I'm failing to spot a considerable difference between the cards if you look at their small print and how they calculate their FX and conversions. Is this correct? Or am I comparing apples and oranges? Apologies, very new to all…
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General questions and worries for bankruptcy..
Hi there, I'll be going bankrupt later this month after discussions with Business debtline etc, but I won't lie - I'm absolutely terrified of going bankrupt and what's to come with it to the point I am crying 24/7, on meds to try and help, not eating so I've lost over 3 stone in a couple of months.. I've spent months upon…
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Venture Capital Trusts
I have invested in REITS and ETFS but I am looking into VCT for their tax efficiency. I am aware that they are higher risks but wondered if anyone has invested in one of these funds? There are quite a few to choose from on Hargreaves Lansdowne. I also read that you need to hold the fund for at least 5 years in order to…
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How long before your state pension increase actually comes through?
Went through the process, got the 16 digit reference, paid the amount stated on our letter in mid April. Checked online and saw that the missing years now show as full year. As we're nearly 4 months on I have called twice now wondering when I'll actually see an increase in my state pension but am fobbed off with 'we're…
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Are Amazon free "standard" charges for delivery unfair?
Amazon offers free "standard" delivery for orders over £35. However, at checkout, the default option is paid for delivery not the free "standard" delivery. I think this is a misleading and unfair practice.
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First Time Buyer - Buy to Let
Hello, I am planning on buying my first house in my home town while i am posted down south. I have found a house i would really love to retire in (home town up north) and would love to purchase it now. Im just after advice on how i can proceed. I have a LISA, and i believe i can use that if i intend to move into the home…
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Interested in buying parcel of land
Never done this before, so complete novice and seeking advice on what questions I need to ask from the offset/ what pitfalls I need to be aware of. It's a 1.12 acre plot for sale via land agent in North Cornwall, guide price £30,000. Bids and final offers by 29 August - do I need to offer more than £30,000 or, like a…
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Help need with claim defense urgent.
I tried to park van in euro car park when I enter there was no space at the ground level, so I tried to go one level down but again it was very congested and there no reasonable space to park van, so I decided to move out. When I tried to up to take exit the van got stuck because of very narrow exit bay. It became very…
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Special Pressure Cleaner
I am looking for a pressure cleaner that can be used without connecting it to the water mains. The pressure cleaner will need to have an inlet that will accept water from a reservoir. Has anyone out there seen such a machine?
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Nationwide direct debit alerts
I'm thinking of switching my current account from Chase to Nationwide, retaining an account with Chase to continue being a customer. I don't keep a balance in my current account but helpfully Chase sends me an app reminder the day before payments are taken. Do NW do the same please?
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Help with multiple pcns
Hi, Last week I parked my car on a road I used to park on. There were no yellow or red lines, but unfortunately, I parked opposite a dropped kerb. I left the car there for a week as I was out of the country. When I returned, I found 6 parking tickets. I have carefully examined the tickets and noticed some significant…
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Parking codes for Belfast International Airport
Has anyone seen any recent parking promo codes for the airport carparks themselves - normally park in the main stay? Will need the main stay due to passengers having mobility problems. Usually keep my eye out for codes but haven't seen any for some time. Thanks!
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How do you find your NHS prescription pre-pay history (is it even possible)?
Earlier this year I bought a 3 month prescription pre-pay because it was working out cheaper. Some time passed & then I did the same again. Could I tell you the dates? Not a chance. That's why I'm here. Today I received a letter saying that basically I picked up a prescription some time between the end of April & first few…
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Opticans concern about prescription
Firstly I was rather put out the the appointment was not with expected person. I was told they could remake the appt for future date - but embrassent made me feel rather awkward, and I said no I would see the locum. Now I am rather regretting it. Basically I spoke with them and was told to accept the glasses and try them…
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G24 via DCB Legal | Retail Park | Payment Machines Faulty
Details to follow. Full content was blocked as suspicious, so trying a one-liner. Please bear with me.
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Which electric screwdriver?
Planning to board our loft, can anyone recommend a good electric screwdriver for attaching wood loft boards to thick plastic loft legs? The screws would need to go in quite easily as I'm not good at diy. Thanks!
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Downstairs loo
We are now finally able to start looking for our onward purchase in earnest. We are looking for a 3 bed in 5 mile radius of where we are, it must have a garage or room to build one and a downstairs loo for a disabled parent when they visit. The downstairs loo seems to be a bit elusive, even in houses that should have had…
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What's going on with Octopus statements?
When I first joined Octopus last year they used to send a single monthly statement covering electricity imports and exports along with gas. Around three months ago electricity and gas statements started coming separately. This month they've separated exports too so I've had three statements. It's no big deal but some…
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Barclaycard Rewards
Just received email from Barclaycard We’re relaunching our Barclaycard Cashback Rewards service in the app and changing the name to Barclays Cashback Rewards. Keep an eye on your inbox for more news and updates soon. Wonder what other changes are in the pipeline beyond the name change ?
