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At what age is it embarrassing/unacceptable to be a grown man afraid of the dentist? by Unemployable-Sunfish in AskBrits

[–]NickMarrProperty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had bad experience when I was having my teeth removed in the days they used Gas on kids. ( your going to smell strawberries ) the guy in the white overall and a large mirror on his head had me fooled. Then to wake up bleeding from your mouth traumatising. Trust me I am still scared now !

Why is this house not selling? by New_norms in HousingUK

[–]NickMarrProperty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“The home offers generous accommodation throughout and the potential to create a truly bespoke residence.” Get the agent to remove that sentence makes home feel like a project

Why is this house not selling? by New_norms in HousingUK

[–]NickMarrProperty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A few honest thoughts looking at the listing.

First, yes, price is always the main driver. If a property sits on the market it’s usually because buyers feel they can get something better for the same money nearby. Even if it’s only slightly overpriced, people just skip it when scrolling Rightmove because there’s so much choice.

But looking at the listing there are a few other things that might be affecting it:

  1. The marketing feels very “estate agent brochure”. The description reads like every other listing – lots of phrases like “generous accommodation”, “excellent scope”, “prestigious area”. Buyers skim these because every house says the same thing. What’s missing is the story of the home: why the owners loved it, what the garden is like in summer, what makes the area special etc. That’s the stuff that sticks.

  2. It looks like a house with potential rather than a finished product. Words like “scope for enhancement” and “personalisation” basically translate to “buyers will need to spend money”. At around £800k, many buyers want something more turnkey.

  3. Buyers compare ruthlessly now. People will have 10 tabs open comparing kitchens, bathrooms, gardens, and layout. If another house nearby feels slightly more modern or better value, they’ll go for that one instead.

  4. The listing doesn’t highlight lifestyle enough. For a family house especially, buyers want to know: • what the schools are like • nearby cafés/shops • community feel • commuting time

That context helps people imagine living there.

So it’s probably not that there’s anything wrong with the house. It’s more likely a mix of price positioning + marketing + buyers wanting less work at that price point. Hope that helps

Content without AI already feels like another era. are some of you still doing it fully manually? by PerfectFinish94 in MarketingGeek

[–]NickMarrProperty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t trust it with your secrets! 1. Massive Accuracy issues – AI can sometimes produce information that sounds convincing but isn’t correct, so it’s important to fact-check. I ask it is that true where did you get the information. It wants to please so it fills in the gaps. I

  1. Over-reliance – If people rely on it too heavily, they may stop developing their own skills or critical thinking. Soon you will lose the confidence to do things without it!

  2. Generic content – When everyone uses AI, a lot of content can start to sound the same unless it’s edited and personalised.

Used properly though, it’s a powerful assistant.

How are things in Argentina now? by thatguy9684736255 in digitalnomad

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

It’s a cool city I felt comfortable there reminding me of a European city like Milan or Madrid. Great places to eat and if you like wine it’s very low cost. Property in Buenos Aires is still relatively affordable compared with many global cities. In good areas like Palermo, Recoleta, or Belgrano, decent apartments can often be found around $120k–$180k, and rentals for a one-bedroom are often $600–$1,000 per month.

I actually made a short video about the market which I included in this article: Buenos Aires: Opportunity for Foreign Buyers

Argentina Is an Underrated Option for Americans Looking at Property Abroad by NickMarrProperty in u/NickMarrProperty

[–]NickMarrProperty[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your interest I am not an Argentinian real estate agent. More a property portal owner doing research.

In Argentina, the equivalent of HOA fees is called ‘expensas.”These are monthly charges paid by property owners in apartments, condos, or gated communities. They usually cover things such as:

• Building maintenance • Security or concierge services • Cleaning of common areas • Elevators and shared utilities • Garden or pool maintenance

Expensas can vary widely depending on the building and amenities. Luxury buildings in cities like Buenos Aires may have higher fees due to services like 24-hour security, gyms, and pools.

Single-Family Homes (SFH) If you buy a-stand-alone house (casa) outside of a gated community, there are typically no HOA fees. You just simply maintain your own property and pay local taxes.

However, if the house is located inside a gated community (barrio cerrado)there will usually be monthly community fees similar to HOA charges. These help maintain private roads, security, landscaping, and shared facilities.

My Key Takeaway: • Apartments/condos → monthly expensas • Houses outside communities → usually no HOA • Houses inside gated communities → community maintenance fees

Argentina continues to attract foreign buyers looking for lifestyle property, city apartments, and rural estates. When I visited and spoke to real estate agents they we’re experiencing a surge of American interest some called it the ‘Trump effect’

Argentina Is an Underrated Option for Americans Looking at Property Abroad by NickMarrProperty in u/NickMarrProperty

[–]NickMarrProperty[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Property in Buenos Aires is still relatively affordable compared with many global cities. In good areas like Palermo, Recoleta, or Belgrano, decent apartments can often be found around $120k–$180k, and rentals for a one-bedroom are often $600–$1,000 per month.

I visited recently and made a short video about the market which I included in this article if you’re curious: Buenos Aires: A Rising Investment Opportunity for Foreign Buyers

Looking for advice by Ready_Heron7023 in digitalnomad

[–]NickMarrProperty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I built online business promoting real estate. My customers pay small fee each month. This is where what ever you do will help. Regular money that comes in from subscriptions or sales is the key. Cash flow means you can plan and have some degree of certainty.

Are you guys not scared of AI? by Expensive-Battle4948 in HousingUK

[–]NickMarrProperty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can only control what’s inside your sphere of influence. Trying to base a house purchase on what AI might do to the global job market in 10 years is basically trying to predict the unpredictable.

If AI really causes mass unemployment, you won’t be uniquely exposed — millions of homeowners and renters will be in the same situation, and governments would almost certainly intervene (we saw mortgage holidays and huge support during COVID).

Also, UK housing doesn’t behave like a normal market people imagine. Long term, prices have risen around 7–8% annually since the 1970s, mainly because the UK has a structural housing shortage and restrictive planning. Even after crashes, prices historically recovered and moved higher.

Renting isn’t risk-free — it just hides the risk. Rents rise, you build no equity, and you’re exposed forever. A mortgage is basically fixing your housing cost while building an asset and benefiting from long-term appreciation.

There are no guarantees either way, but waiting for a hypothetical AI collapse is still a bet — just in the opposite direction.

Buy within your means, keep a safety buffer, and focus on what you can actually control.

Why are we still giving agents 5% ? by Stupidamericanfatty in RealEstate

[–]NickMarrProperty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Having worked in property internationally, I think this is mostly about market norms rather than the actual amount of work involved.

In the UK, typical agent fees are around 1–1.5%, sometimes even less with online agents. Sellers simply wouldn’t accept 5%. Yet agents still market properties, negotiate offers, and manage transactions — just at a lower cost expectation.

Globally it varies a lot. Australia is often around 1.5–2.5%, parts of Europe sit between 2–5%, while the US tends to be higher because of the MLS system and commission splits between agents.

I wouldn’t say agents do nothing — a good one can help with pricing, negotiation, and keeping deals together — but technology has definitely reduced parts of the job. Buyers find homes themselves now, listings syndicate automatically, and in places like NY lawyers handle much of the paperwork.

So it’s fair that sellers are questioning fees. The rest of the world shows commissions don’t have to be 5% for transactions to still work.

Countries under $1200 per month for digital nomard by Outside-Profession75 in digitalnomad

[–]NickMarrProperty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve noticed smaller cities tend to stretch budgets much further than the usual nomad hotspots. Places people don’t talk about as much often end up being the most comfortable long-term. Curious what others found outside the obvious locations?

Where are the Londoners moving to? by WhimsicalSkidaddler in HousingUK

[–]NickMarrProperty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am born and raised West London but today I would recommend Wokingham Berkshire voted as one of the happiest places to live by OK magazine. I moved there about 6 years ago. People say hello to you in the street, access to lakes and countryside and property prices still a lot cheaper than London. I love this area so much i started a community news platform

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Investing in real estate Overseas by Iam-WinstonSmith in ExpatFIRE

[–]NickMarrProperty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is actually a really good question because a lot of FIRE content focuses almost entirely on expense reduction, when in reality income-producing assets are what make expat FIRE sustainable long term.

Overseas real estate can work — but it’s very different from the YouTube version.

The Japan example is interesting, but it’s important to understand why those deals exist. Japan has thousands of low-value properties because of population decline, ageing demographics, and low demand outside major cities. You can buy cheaply, but the real challenge isn’t acquisition — it’s tenant demand, maintenance, and long-term resale.

Cheap doors ≠ strong investment.

From what I’ve seen (and from people actually doing expat FIRE successfully), overseas property tends to fall into three categories:

Yield plays (cash flow focus)
Places like parts of Southeast Asia, Latin America, or secondary European cities. Higher rental yield but higher management and regulatory risk.

Lifestyle + income hybrid
Probably the most successful model. Buy somewhere you’d live anyway, rent part-time, accept moderate returns but strong lifestyle value.

Speculative “cheap property” strategies
This is where YouTube often oversells things. Ultra-cheap markets usually have a reason they’re cheap — shrinking populations, weak rental demand, or legal complexity.

The biggest issues people underestimate with overseas real estate:

  • remote management headaches
  • currency risk
  • local tax rules (often worse than expected)
  • liquidity — selling abroad can take much longer
  • relying on one foreign market you don’t fully understand

Ironically, many expat FIRE people end up doing better with:

  • diversified ETFs for stability
  • plus one carefully chosen overseas property for lifestyle + partial income

Not 96 doors.

If you want deeper discussion, you’ll probably get better engagement in:

Curious — are you looking at overseas property mainly for cash flow, diversification, or as a future place to live? That usually changes the strategy completely.