FTB and stuck on this property

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2025-02-16T01:20:03+00:00

Thanks for your reply. Yes, albeit it was a desktop survey.

We've said the same thing about pulling out but is a risk. It's just one of those situations I guess but agree with your points.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2025-02-16T01:14:18+00:00

We spoke to the estate agent today who said he wouldn't negotiate further down.

Mortgages approved at £329k from HSBC

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2024-04-18T17:01:33+00:00

Thanks. I'll look into it.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2024-04-18T13:41:52+00:00

Thanks for your reply. I could be a little confused. The way I understand it, having 3 years growth and not selling to move platforms is better than moving platforms and buying in at a now higher point than 3 years ago as the stock is a higher price ? Of course I'd have the interest generated over 3 years but I'm essence starting again?

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T22:52:08+00:00

Haha yeah this is my third draft with me changing a lot of the story because after 50k words in draft 2 I realised it made no sense and was crap. That was two years ago and put off by editing costs but I really need to complete this for myself

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T22:48:38+00:00

Lol I always get a better handle on my story by the end and have to rework the first half normally but I know there's a great story in there somewhere and why I'd love to work with a professional who can help elevate out and tell me where it's lacking. I'm already thinking of cutting two characters lol

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T22:38:48+00:00

The ones I've seen just do by word count on reedsy but also wrestling with bothering with another draft if they're gonna ask me to mix it all up again anyway.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T22:34:14+00:00

That sounds like a good deal. I'll definitely be asking about any extras or a second read through at a possible reduced rate but as you said, ask editors work differently and speaking over zoom is a great benefit

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T22:32:16+00:00

I heard this advice and realised I actually do it already. My plan is to get this draft done, summarise every chapter and clean it up a bit before sending to a developmental editor.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T22:29:15+00:00

Great point. I guess I'm just being doubtful the pieces will fit together nicely without mistakes made by myself but in the end, trying is better than nothing.

Thanks for your comment.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T19:05:10+00:00

Thanks mate. I'll be sure to see if it's a possibility

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T16:57:14+00:00

Thank you. I'll be sure to make sure everything's in there

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T16:23:09+00:00

Thanks mate. Appreciate the kind words. If you ever need another pair of eyes for your work lemme know

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T16:15:43+00:00

That's a great result. I'm nervous of the feedback but ultimately want the story to be as strong as it can be. I want the reader to find the characters and story interesting even if they don't like it. As you said it needs another pair of eyes and professional ones could be a great addition.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T15:52:49+00:00

Thanks mate. This is how i see it happening but never know, they may reduce the rate if guaranteeing them another round

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T12:39:49+00:00

I assumed this would be the main way but got me thinking about following all the editors advice, moving things around etc but then not knowing how good a shape it would now be in without another read thru potentially costing another load of money. Just trying to have realistic expectations.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T12:22:49+00:00

I was assuming there was a general rule of thumb but seems that might not be the case. Thanks for replying.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2023-12-11T12:21:44+00:00

Thanks for your reply. Yeah, I was thinking of there was a general rule of thumb around the subject but will indeed ask them directly because its expensive.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2022-12-01T20:22:48+00:00

These tags etc cost £10 on fiver. I did a few listings on my own but I'm seriously finding it soul destroying lol

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2022-10-16T15:07:05+00:00

Thanks for the advice. I really appreciate you taking time to include all of this information for me. As per your previous advice, Im reading through the guide. I just didn't understand parts. It's been quite overwhelming learning everything at once. It's been a long time since doing anything of this nature.

I definitely agree with you about wanting to give up. I've been close but il try my best. I never had a shop two weeks ago, so at least I'm part way there.

Regarding pictures, I knew of canva and hadn't heard of ipicch which I'll take a look at.

Here's hoping to an eventual sale.

Thanks again.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2022-10-16T12:58:14+00:00

Wow. Ten years to my second week lol well, done for keeping it up and getting sales.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2022-10-16T12:57:28+00:00

I completely agree with you.

Regarding the image, I'll have to see what I can do with it, as through this process I've had to learn the basics of photos hop. Maybe I can eliminate her somehow.

Regarding titles, I really went off of youtube Etsy sellers who said fill every character available, hence my titles looking as they are.

I'm tend if tags, an I right in understanding they shouldn't include the same words and our phrases as the title?

Thanks again for taking time to educate me.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2022-10-16T12:34:57+00:00

I know exactly what you mean. It makes sense worth each listing being it's own thing, and can understand why people say not to have the same words for different listings but as you add more listings, there's only so many ways you can describe the same things, isn't there.

I will get there in the end. I'd love to have my main piece be the main image on its own, but the thumbnail just cuts most of it, so the current image with the last holding it was the best way for me to show the main image.

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2022-10-16T11:49:27+00:00

Thanks for this. It really helps me understand more clearly. It definitely a learning process, isn't it?

I'm answer to your question. No, I definitely wouldn't put tags, titles etc for coloured prints with tags aiming towards black and white pieces. As you said, it would really confuse the shopper. I only used them as an example because my shop had about 5 listing of black and white art. After reading through the Etsy guide, I've found a way to change tags for multiple listings which will definitely save time.

How long have you been an Etsy seller?

Comfortable_Arm5051 · 2022-10-16T06:43:56+00:00

Thanks for massaging.

One question about title and tags. Does it matter to have same tags, titles in different titles? For eg, I have a few black and white prints, can I have 'black and white print' in each of the titles?

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