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This is the place that has massive queues of people and very grumpy staff, offering loads of services that are available online, where they have refused to take parcels booked through online services. Lots of ATMs available elsewhere but who uses cash anyway? Not sure why it would make sense to keep a place open that costs a fortune in salaries and rent, when people can access the same services from their own computer or phone. The Post Office needs to make a profit and has to cut costs.

Are there any local Mahjong players? Keen to start playing (have a bit of experience) but don't know any regular players in the neighbourhood. Charlie

Hi, just a quick recommendation for Tommy, local plasterer. He plastered and made good ceilings and walls in an upstairs flat and a shop I own in Peckham. Good guy, good service, reliable and sensible priced. The finish was good too. Tommy is on 077695 68362. He is based in Camberwell. Charlie

Longest thread ever on the EDF. I sold my car five years ago and only cycle or walk round the neighbourhood now. If I need to drive to the dump or out of town I use a zip car or getaround shared car. I am happier and richer by not having a car. Cycling is quicker. Walking is nice. And now the highway code has been updated to prioritise cyclists more. The LTN is great, less traffic is good. Why can't we all just give up the car? Amsterdam is a great city. We could be like Amsterdam. Charlie

This sounds a lot like Chris McK***** who thinks he's a window cleaner. My experience of him is that he talks a lot, is extremely sensitive (common to people suffering from low self worth and/or mental illness) and seems to be quite open about the abuse he has suffered. If he offers to do your windows, don't let him, he did a crap job. He seems harmless, but unpredictable.

Southwark often auctions off property - this is a good way to dispose of property. It's not a secret - it is listed on a property auction site, and there are notices on the building. The building that is the subject of this thread will be sold on a new 125 year lease so it isn't being sold off, it's being retained by the council. Whether the building becomes residential or stays as a commercial property, any building work would have to be done alongside the school. I don't see the issue of safeguarding as being a problem. Is the OP suggesting that the new owners of the building may buy the building specifically to be able to be within the school grounds for criminal intent or other wrongdoing? I'd expect the new owners to create an entrance onto the road. What is the purpose of stopping the sale? This seems like a normal disposal by Southwark. C

I have a lot of experience and currently have 50 tenants in various properties. As the OP says it is not really worth it with straight residential property. The yield is around 3% so if you borrow at 3% to earn 3% then you will lose money because of the cost you incur, for example stamp duty. Ideally to make a residential BTL work you need to add some value - add a bedroom, split a big property into smaller units, etc. The tax treatment is crap now as well, and the reason there is a glut of two bed flats on the market - landlords are selling off their stock. Personally I like commercial property - the yields are higher, the tenants are easier, the maintenance is less and the tax treatment is much better. Charlie

The BMX track at Burgess Park does half day or full day activities - look it up online. Charlie

Hi all, Once upon a time there were paper rounds that kids could do to earn a bit of money. Does anybody have any suggestions for anything else that an enterprising 13 year old boy could do locally to earn some extra cash? Do paper rounds still exist? Any observations on what might be available locally? Thanks all, Charlie

The police have a job to do - they solve crimes and find offenders. They don't look after your lost and found FFS. If you have lost something post a note on a forum or gumtree or something.

Jules-and-Boo Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > There's a very strong argument for legalising > cannabis and I would fully support it. It's shown > to reduce violent crime. The effects of the > underground drug racket is incredibly damaging on > families and our young. There are pros and cons > but I think the balance is weighted in favour. > > Not sure about the canisters. How likely is it > that someone will inhale it long enough to die > from lack of oxygen? None. It is a very safe. I don't think it's possible to prevent yourself prom breathing, unless you use a noose or a belt.

Estate agents don't push up prices, buyers do. The higher stamp duty on second properties and expensive houses has massively dented the market. This is not a new phenomenon - last year was bad too. There are far more properties available that are now much less desirable because of the huge stamp duty associated with them. To buy a ?900,000 house requires ?35k in stamp duty. A ?400,000 buy to let costs ?38k in stamp duty. Mortgage rates are so low that owners would rather borrow extra to extend or do the loft. http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/mortgageshome/article-5473543/Homes-estate-agents-books-fall-new-record-low-Rics.html https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/estate-agents-countrywide-and-foxtons-suffer-collapse-of-profits-lzbr99kjc Conversely commercial property is booming and prices are higher than ever - I reckon up about 30% in a couple of years. Charlie

Just go to a different lender. Halifax or Natwest.

pr5ined Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > If this land is not legally yours then you are > trespassing and illegally on the land. You can be > subject to legal action and prosecution so it > would be in your best interests to get this > resolved either way. This is just plain wrong. Trespass is a claim for damage. It does not prevent people accessing land. Charlie