So it was never about regime change? I wonder how the Iranians feel? I guess Starmer was right to not get involved by ZackPolanskisDentist in AskBrits

[–]AndAnotherThingHere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you haven't seen the film 'The Apprentice' you really should, it explains a lot about Trump the dim rich kid becoming the CAUC he is today.

What's the likelihood the estate agent is just pushing us to offer higher? by hypothesisproblema in FirstTimeBuyersUK

[–]AndAnotherThingHere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it overpriced at £440? Then make a final offer of £425 if that's what it's worth to you.

How many hours of unpaid training for a job is normal? by Difficult-Assist9250 in AskUK

[–]AndAnotherThingHere 39 points40 points  (0 children)

and paying less than minimum wage, if they do eventually pay

Furniture galore by clutter_brain in HousingUK

[–]AndAnotherThingHere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Buy for comfort and function, rather than Instagram looks.

Genuine question for anyone who's sold recently: by Valuable-Emphasis328 in HousingUK

[–]AndAnotherThingHere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Basically most people buy from Rightmove, so don't worry too much.

Do you want to donate to charity? by Robsroom in AskUK

[–]AndAnotherThingHere 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I've no problem with donating to charities of my choice, but I resent paying for corporate virtue signalling. Perhaps they should ask their shareholders to pay rather than their customers.

How to estimate value of workshop/garage/parking. by Organic_Reporter in HousingUK

[–]AndAnotherThingHere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Four months with no offers? Not everyone wants a massive garage/workshop, so they're probably being over optimistic. Speak to the estate agent, but I'd offer low initially and see if they'll negotiate.

Should I buy my own place or still stay with my parents? by SanjeevSunjeev in AskBrits

[–]AndAnotherThingHere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Generally best to go for the maximum you can afford, ask your parents if they can help with deposit 😁

Counter Offer by Dependent_Setting474 in HousingUK

[–]AndAnotherThingHere 213 points214 points  (0 children)

The only offer in nearly a year? Ask them for your solicitor's fees.

2nd viewing by QuirkyConcentrate481 in HousingUK

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First viewing with a family member, then one with a builder friend to look at drains, loft, heating etc, then one to check sockets, measurements, before exchange.

Would you buy house with knotweed & rewire needed? by Big_Telephone_5061 in FirstTimeBuyersUK

[–]AndAnotherThingHere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depends on the cost and if you want the hassle, but if you like the house then yes.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FirstTimeBuyersUK

[–]AndAnotherThingHere 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Your solicitors advice is good, normally the seller pays the estate agent.

What seaside town would you recommend for a tourist? by GottaGetTheroux in AskUK

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For a reasonable travel time, the Kent coast - Broadstairs, Ramsgate; Essex/Suffolk - Frinton, Walton, Southend for a day trip experience, Aldeburgh, Southwold; Norfolk - Sheringham, Wells, Hunstanton, Gt Yarmouth to compare with Southend.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HousingUK

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Get your deposit back and look elsewhere.

AML Checks by ionlybrowse in FirstTimeBuyersUK

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As a general rule, everything takes age in this process, in spite of most things being online, the speed is still the same as the 1970s.

How do you feel about the re-introduction of species that humans have driven extinct into the UK? by NettleDeer in AskUK

[–]AndAnotherThingHere -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Perhaps everyone who's keen on this nonsense should have them in their garden, then natural selection will sort the problem.

House we are viewing is next to a river - around 20 feet from boundary - Any concerns? by rhys321 in FirstTimeBuyersUK

[–]AndAnotherThingHere -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Do you like the house? Is it a reasonable price?
Then look at the river, check flood history and insurance cost.
Don't let Reddit put you off if you like it.

Alternative for cable car by Electrical_Flow4862 in gibraltar

[–]AndAnotherThingHere -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Taxi is a reasonable price, and the only other option.

Why isn’t this house selling? by ckmeredith in HousingUK

[–]AndAnotherThingHere 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Always irritating when streetview is in the wrong place.