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"Jack Campin" wrote in message ... The house cost 310,000 GBP to buy so I doubt they've abandoned it. Wow, I didn't realize housing was that expensive in the UK! I'm not sure what the exchange rate is right now, but last I checked, one GB pound would get you one and one-half US dollars. So in US money, that house would cost about $465K. In urban areas, houses can cost that much or possibly a lot more, depending on size, neighborhood and so on. But in most rural areas in the US, I don't think it's that bad. She's in one of the most upmarket regions of the UK. Probably every house for miles has an Aga. I let you out of my bozo bin and now you are back in. I worked very hard to afford a house. I don't have an Aga, but even if I did, would that be a problem for you? Obviously it would. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- e m a i l : j a c k @ c a m p i n . m e . u k Jack Campin, 11 Third Street, Newtongrange, Midlothian EH22 4PU, Scotland mobile 07800 739 557 http://www.campin.me.uk Twitter: JackCampin |
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"Sylvia M" wrote in message ... "Jack Campin" wrote in message ... The house cost 310,000 GBP to buy so I doubt they've abandoned it. Wow, I didn't realize housing was that expensive in the UK! I'm not sure what the exchange rate is right now, but last I checked, one GB pound would get you one and one-half US dollars. So in US money, that house would cost about $465K. In urban areas, houses can cost that much or possibly a lot more, depending on size, neighborhood and so on. But in most rural areas in the US, I don't think it's that bad. She's in one of the most upmarket regions of the UK. Probably every house for miles has an Aga. What's an Aga? ~~~~~~ I had never heard of an Aga, but this thread inspired me to google for it. Here's a description, in case there are others on the group who are not familiar with it: https://www.google.com/search?source....0.4kPuIMGNyAY MaryL |
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On 12/4/2014 6:44 PM, Christina Websell wrote:
"The Other Guy" wrote in message ... On Sat, 29 Nov 2014 00:05:17 -0000, "Christina Websell" wrote: The house cost 310,000 GBP to buy so I doubt they've abandoned it. They are very unpopular though. always arguing and raising their voices so the whole street can hear. I hope they are gone for ever. If they paid cash, maybe not. But if they are in any way involved in anything illegal, it's VERY possible they have 'cut and run' to avoid going to jail. No , not at all (what sort of neighbourhood do you think this is?) I think they've gone to India for a holiday and I hope they stay there. For ever. What would they have done with their five cars if they went away on holiday? You can't drive to India. Jill |
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On 12/4/2014 8:05 PM, Sylvia M wrote:
"Jack Campin" wrote in message ... The house cost 310,000 GBP to buy so I doubt they've abandoned it. Wow, I didn't realize housing was that expensive in the UK! I'm not sure what the exchange rate is right now, but last I checked, one GB pound would get you one and one-half US dollars. So in US money, that house would cost about $465K. In urban areas, houses can cost that much or possibly a lot more, depending on size, neighborhood and so on. But in most rural areas in the US, I don't think it's that bad. She's in one of the most upmarket regions of the UK. Probably every house for miles has an Aga. What's an Aga? A high-end cooker/stove. Jill |
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On 12/5/2014 5:28 PM, MaryL wrote:
"Sylvia M" wrote in message ... "Jack Campin" wrote in message ... The house cost 310,000 GBP to buy so I doubt they've abandoned it. Wow, I didn't realize housing was that expensive in the UK! I'm not sure what the exchange rate is right now, but last I checked, one GB pound would get you one and one-half US dollars. So in US money, that house would cost about $465K. In urban areas, houses can cost that much or possibly a lot more, depending on size, neighborhood and so on. But in most rural areas in the US, I don't think it's that bad. She's in one of the most upmarket regions of the UK. Probably every house for miles has an Aga. What's an Aga? ~~~~~~ I had never heard of an Aga, but this thread inspired me to google for it. Here's a description, in case there are others on the group who are not familiar with it: https://www.google.com/search?source....0.4kPuIMGNyAY MaryL They're very costly (apparently). What it reminds me of is a more modern version of the old American cast iron stove fueled by wood that my great-aunt used (she was born in the late 1800's). Hers supplied heat to the lower level of her house, too, and boiling water. She'd cook on it, bake in it, get her hot water from it. Not saying an Aga is like that these days, just saying that's what it sounds like. Jill |
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"jmcquown" wrote in message ... On 12/5/2014 5:28 PM, MaryL wrote: "Sylvia M" wrote in message ... "Jack Campin" wrote in message ... The house cost 310,000 GBP to buy so I doubt they've abandoned it. Wow, I didn't realize housing was that expensive in the UK! I'm not sure what the exchange rate is right now, but last I checked, one GB pound would get you one and one-half US dollars. So in US money, that house would cost about $465K. In urban areas, houses can cost that much or possibly a lot more, depending on size, neighborhood and so on. But in most rural areas in the US, I don't think it's that bad. She's in one of the most upmarket regions of the UK. Probably every house for miles has an Aga. What's an Aga? ~~~~~~ I had never heard of an Aga, but this thread inspired me to google for it. Here's a description, in case there are others on the group who are not familiar with it: https://www.google.com/search?source....0.4kPuIMGNyAY MaryL They're very costly (apparently). What it reminds me of is a more modern version of the old American cast iron stove fueled by wood that my great-aunt used (she was born in the late 1800's). Hers supplied heat to the lower level of her house, too, and boiling water. She'd cook on it, bake in it, get her hot water from it. Not saying an Aga is like that these days, just saying that's what it sounds like. Jill ~~~~~~~ Yes! The picture looks very much like the old iron stove my grandmother had. It was fueled with wood, and I can remember her twisting some paper to make "torch" to light the burners on top of the stove. My grandfather always kept a box of kindling beside the stove so she could keep the oven going. YouTube has an old video where a young Martha Stewart demonstrates the more modern version of Aga. She thought it is a wonderful appliance. MaryL |
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"The Other Guy" wrote in message ... On Sat, 6 Dec 2014 21:35:03 +0000 (UTC), Adrian wrote: Actually you could drive to India if you wanted but it is a very long way. Rumor is they're working on a new chunnel direct to India. from where? do let me know. |
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"MaryL" wrote in message ... "jmcquown" wrote in message ... On 12/5/2014 5:28 PM, MaryL wrote: "Sylvia M" wrote in message ... "Jack Campin" wrote in message ... The house cost 310,000 GBP to buy so I doubt they've abandoned it. Wow, I didn't realize housing was that expensive in the UK! I'm not sure what the exchange rate is right now, but last I checked, one GB pound would get you one and one-half US dollars. So in US money, that house would cost about $465K. In urban areas, houses can cost that much or possibly a lot more, depending on size, neighborhood and so on. But in most rural areas in the US, I don't think it's that bad. She's in one of the most upmarket regions of the UK. Probably every house for miles has an Aga. What's an Aga? ~~~~~~ I had never heard of an Aga, but this thread inspired me to google for it. Here's a description, in case there are others on the group who are not familiar with it: https://www.google.com/search?source....0.4kPuIMGNyAY MaryL They're very costly (apparently). What it reminds me of is a more modern version of the old American cast iron stove fueled by wood that my great-aunt used (she was born in the late 1800's). Hers supplied heat to the lower level of her house, too, and boiling water. She'd cook on it, bake in it, get her hot water from it. Not saying an Aga is like that these days, just saying that's what it sounds like. Jill ~~~~~~~ Yes! The picture looks very much like the old iron stove my grandmother had. It was fueled with wood, and I can remember her twisting some paper to make "torch" to light the burners on top of the stove. My grandfather always kept a box of kindling beside the stove so she could keep the oven going. YouTube has an old video where a young Martha Stewart demonstrates the more modern version of Aga. She thought it is a wonderful appliance. MaryL It's considered *posh* to have an Aga. I don't have one. not because I'd don't want one but they are very expensive to buy and install. |
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"Christina Websell" wrote in message ... "MaryL" wrote in message ... "jmcquown" wrote in message ... On 12/5/2014 5:28 PM, MaryL wrote: "Sylvia M" wrote in message ... "Jack Campin" wrote in message ... The house cost 310,000 GBP to buy so I doubt they've abandoned it. Wow, I didn't realize housing was that expensive in the UK! I'm not sure what the exchange rate is right now, but last I checked, one GB pound would get you one and one-half US dollars. So in US money, that house would cost about $465K. In urban areas, houses can cost that much or possibly a lot more, depending on size, neighborhood and so on. But in most rural areas in the US, I don't think it's that bad. She's in one of the most upmarket regions of the UK. Probably every house for miles has an Aga. What's an Aga? ~~~~~~ I had never heard of an Aga, but this thread inspired me to google for it. Here's a description, in case there are others on the group who are not familiar with it: https://www.google.com/search?source....0.4kPuIMGNyAY MaryL They're very costly (apparently). What it reminds me of is a more modern version of the old American cast iron stove fueled by wood that my great-aunt used (she was born in the late 1800's). Hers supplied heat to the lower level of her house, too, and boiling water. She'd cook on it, bake in it, get her hot water from it. Not saying an Aga is like that these days, just saying that's what it sounds like. Jill ~~~~~~~ Yes! The picture looks very much like the old iron stove my grandmother had. It was fueled with wood, and I can remember her twisting some paper to make "torch" to light the burners on top of the stove. My grandfather always kept a box of kindling beside the stove so she could keep the oven going. YouTube has an old video where a young Martha Stewart demonstrates the more modern version of Aga. She thought it is a wonderful appliance. MaryL It's considered *posh* to have an Aga. I don't have one. not because I'd don't want one but they are very expensive to buy and install. When I told my daughter about it, she said that she was hoping it meant "All Good Again"...that she would want one of those much more than the oven ;-) |
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"John Ross Mc Master" wrote in message ... On Sat, 29 Nov 2014 00:05:17 -0000, "Christina Websell" wrote: Those of the wall and drop kerb disagreements seem to have disappeared over the last few days. There are always five cars there. Zilch. No cars. I suspect they have gone to India for a while (I hope so) or maybe their house has been repossessed (which would be even better) but I don't think I'll be that lucky. They are awful neighbours who tried to make me sign over a bit of land to them with a contract they had written out. I said "I'll just slip that one past my solicitor" ;-) The house cost 310,000 GBP to buy so I doubt they've abandoned it. They are very unpopular though. always arguing and raising their voices so the whole street can hear. I hope they are gone for ever. I remember the drop kerb thing. Sad. GOOD things can happen though! The people who had an illegal grow-op next door have moved, their eyesore duplex will be demolished and 2 new houses built in it's place. I hope the same or better happens with you. Be patient and outlast them. I will. I will |
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