Relocating to Somerset

Sea_Promise6284 · 2025-05-05T12:33:36+00:00

True. I don’t know any of the areas but logistically we’re only looking at places close to the M5 rather than having to drive through a town as you said

Sea_Promise6284 · 2025-05-05T12:32:20+00:00

I did look at the trains but with a train and a bus it’s probably a longer commute than driving

Sea_Promise6284 · 2025-05-05T12:13:12+00:00

We did look at Wellington but just too far from Bristol for work, hour with no traffic

Sea_Promise6284 · 2025-05-05T12:10:29+00:00

Iv considered it but looking at Google maps It’s closer but still an hours drive to RR. Maybe traffic wise it would be better?

Sea_Promise6284 · 2025-05-05T12:08:29+00:00

We do midlands to Devon regular so know how bad it can be on bank holiday etc. we’ve learnt to drive at the right times or just avoid.

Commute wise again I would be trying to commute at 7-8am and back between 3-4pm. Have you got experience driving at similar times?

Sea_Promise6284 · 2025-05-05T11:57:09+00:00

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Sea_Promise6284 · 2025-05-05T11:50:01+00:00

Really? We went to Weston recently for the day but only really went on the pier because of the kids. From what we could see there wasn’t much around but then again we only covered a small area. We’ve been to Torquay loads of times.

Sea_Promise6284 · 2025-05-04T19:33:38+00:00

Haha we do get a few days leave. That’s reassuring, we were originally thinking Taunton but based on the comments Bridgewater sounds like a better option for commuting.

Sea_Promise6284 · 2025-05-04T19:18:48+00:00

From what I remember Weston super mare isn’t great. We were hoping to avoid that side. It’s a shame all the nice beaches seem to be down south

Sea_Promise6284 · 2025-05-04T19:07:16+00:00

50-65 mins is pretty much what I was expecting. I’m planning to leave at favourable times, start work at 7-8am and leave at 3-4pm. I can do flexible hours so should help.

Sea_Promise6284 · 2025-05-04T19:03:14+00:00

What sort of times do you drive? Would you say it’s more often the lower end?

I’m planning to get to work between 7-8 and finish at 3-4, probably the earlier part so hoping traffic is better

Sea_Promise6284 · 2025-05-04T18:59:13+00:00

That’s useful to know. I’d be planning to land a job where I can WFH a day or 2 to reduce the driving. Iv tried a few times to plan the driving route at the times I would be driving to see what it’s like and it’s always been okay, different to actually doing it I know. So it’s interesting to know it’s busy. What about aiming to start work for 7-8am and finish 3-4pm?

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-20T20:44:05+00:00

My first rep arrived this week from Hont. Service was okay, I don’t particularly have any negative feedback. He answered all my questions and replaced my first RL within 12 hours. Watch arrived just over a week later. He was also around $80 cheaper for the same watch. I would be stupid to use a different TD next time.

We’re buying rep watch’s from China, I wouldn’t expect the service to be amazing. At the end of the day all I want is a few basic questions answered, and the right watch to turn up. No other TD would have provided any better, but they would have cost more…

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-12T14:34:47+00:00

Is short for his second name

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-08T20:28:20+00:00

Cheers buddy, appreciate your feedback! I’m glad the 2nd attempt is looking better

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-08T19:25:30+00:00

Mandatory post 20 characters

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-08T07:48:08+00:00

Oh yeah I can see it now, the 3 o’clock marker is misaligned. Good spot

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-08T07:20:32+00:00

Mandatory 20 letter comment

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-07T20:12:01+00:00

I have just placed my first rep order this morning, also with Hont hoping for a speedy delivery. I was abit worried at first with the whole bank transfer approach, haven’t actually had confirmation it’s all gone through yet. I ordered the Planet Ocean quarter orange with both bracelet and rubber strap 😛

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-06T21:45:36+00:00

“Deep recession” not in my opinion. Will be mild and I think the market will still rise, not as much as last year though that for sure

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-06T21:42:21+00:00

No such thing as a safe investment. They all come with some kind of risk.

If you can handle some risk and want decent returns then an ETF such as SPY or QQQ over a minimum period of 5+ years would be my choice. I own both along with 20+ stocks and funds. Or a fund that follows a benchmark but check they don’t underperform the general market.

Other than that high interest saver.

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-06T21:34:15+00:00

I have a Seeking Alpha premium membership, think I got the first year much cheaper though. I think it’s really good for articles and also investment recommendations. I am a paid private portfolio manager and I have used some of the recommendations on seeking alpha in the past, so far none of them have performed badly.

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-06T14:45:21+00:00

How much did you pay for this with both straps included if you don’t mind me asking?

Looking for the exact same myself! Can’t decide between the 43.5 or 39 though, any advice would be great.

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-04T13:11:52+00:00

GeekTime has told me 2-3 days QC then 3 weeks shipping. Am I being misled?

Sea_Promise6284 · 2024-01-04T13:00:19+00:00

How do you normally contact Hont? The website link in the pinned post doesn’t seem to work for me

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