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Picking the right property help?

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  • CarrieVS
    CarrieVS Posts: 205 Forumite
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    Davesnave wrote: »
    When I said a 'decent' supermarket, I ruled out those I'd never go to, because for me they might as well not exist. I don't do Tesco for, example ... but I can do Lidl.
    I must confess to being mildly curious as to the criteria that exclude Tesco but have no objection to Lidl.
  • hazyjo
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    Wouldn't buy either.


    Do you not want to open windows or sit in the garden in summer? Some don't mind noise or get used to it - I absolutely detest it.


    The other one may have parking nearby until a family like my sister's with five cars between them move in (they have a large driveway).
    2023 wins: *must start comping again!*
  • Davesnave
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    CarrieVS wrote: »
    I must confess to being mildly curious as to the criteria that exclude Tesco but have no objection to Lidl.
    I knew someone would say that! :rotfl:

    Am I allowed no personal foibles? Nothing profound, I just dislike Tesco stores and many of their products, whereas in Lidl I buy a very limited range of things that are better/cheaper than elsewhere.

    Tesco petrol bu99ered-up my brushcutter too, causing the only issue in 9 years of use. :mad:

    Most of our supermarket shopping is either in Sainsburys or Morrisons, but we also have a good butcher a mile away.
  • Smodlet
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    If it had to be one or the other for me, detached wins every time but I would not consider one on a busy road either. Suggest you keep either looking or flipping that coin until it gets it right, OP.
  • CarrieVS
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    Davesnave wrote: »
    I knew someone would say that! :rotfl:

    Am I allowed no personal foibles? Nothing profound, I just dislike Tesco stores and many of their products, whereas in Lidl I buy a very limited range of things that are better/cheaper than elsewhere.

    Just being nosy.
    I've always found the opposite, personally. Tesco might not be fancy but they usually stock a pretty fair range of perfectly adequate groceries for reasonably good value, whereas whatever I want from Lidl they either don't have it or it's rubbish - nice that you've had better experiences.
  • Murphybear
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    Davesnave wrote: »
    When I said a 'decent' supermarket, I ruled out those I'd never go to, because for me they might as well not exist. I don't do Tesco for, example. Nearest one Crediton.

    I can get to Sainsbury's South Molton in 25mins if I push it, but they don't stock some stuff we buy frequently. Similarly, Morrisons in Credton's too limited for a full shop.

    Barnstaple's 40 mins, tractors permitting, and so is Tiverton and Okehampton, give or take 5mins. Bideford is slightly longer, but I can do Lidl Torrington and call in at RHS Rosemoor as well on the way home! :D

    At least there's plenty of choice, and Exeter comes into that too.

    Thanks for that. I know every one of these areas very well :D
  • Davesnave
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    CarrieVS wrote: »
    Just being nosy.
    I've always found the opposite, personally. Tesco might not be fancy but they usually stock a pretty fair range of perfectly adequate groceries for reasonably good value, whereas whatever I want from Lidl they either don't have it or it's rubbish - nice that you've had better experiences.
    Sorry, I answered this but lost the post somewhere....

    I agree, Lidl is hopeless for many items and continuity of supply is an issue too, but their stone baked rolls and ice cream are the main reasons I go in there. They're an add-on really.

    As a teenager, I worked in Tesco at weekends, where I witnessed many 'interesting' things, but that was so long ago, it's not terribly relevant. Anyway I expect they have CCTV in the warehouse now! ;)
  • Crashy_Time
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    jesterspirit007 wrote: »
    Hi Everyone,


    I am a first time buyer and have found two properties that we like and have put offers in for both. I was going to go with the one that accepts the offer but they have both accepted the offer so I need to make a decision quickly.


    The first property was 165k but he has accepted 159. This house is a traditional semi with everything perfect except that it is next to a busy main road dual carriageway. Its been triple glazed and so the sound is reduced but you can still hear it a little which is a concern.


    The other house is a newer property, was 150 but accepted 146. Its detached with large garden in a peaceful countryside location. The thing that isn't perfect with this one though is that all the houses in the cul-de-sack don't have drives so instead I would have to park on the road 30 second walk back to the property.


    I have to pick one of these but its really hard to decide based on the above.


    Any thoughts / advise would be gratefully appreciated.


    Wait until after Brexit for bigger bargains.
  • suki1964
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    I certainly wouldn't live next to a busy road, the fumes for a start :(
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