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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 10:58am On Jan 08, 2022
Estroller:
In addition to all the have been said, try to max out your £4k allowance if you can before April 5th, that way you get to earn the bonus for 2 tax years within a calendar year. If you are buying with someone get the person to do the same and you both make £4k between you in one calendar year.


Please explain this 2 tax years within a calendar year if one wants to max the 4 pounds allowance....

Thanks
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by kode12: 11:09am On Jan 08, 2022
ukay2:


Please explain this 2 tax years within a calendar year if one wants to max the 4 pounds allowance....

Thanks

https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/savings/lifetime-isas/

https://lifetimeisa.campaign.gov.uk/

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Lexusgs430: 11:11am On Jan 08, 2022
If you're looking to buy a property, but cannot apply due to financial constraints.......


A new provider is on the market, that would offer you *7 mortgage wage multiplier..........

This is only available for certain professions, and you must be practicing and registered with your regulation boards ..........

https://www.habito.com/one


Read terms and conditions, you must be employed for over 12 months and have all employment documents..........

* 15% deposit is required + long term fixed term mortgage arrangement ....... etc etc

Goodluck........... cheesy

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by midasfx(m): 11:27am On Jan 08, 2022
Xanderlex:

Check the back of your brp. It is there. Mine was too.
You would see it under remarks after the NO PUBLIC FUNDS

Just checked. It isn’t there.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Preshyi: 11:44am On Jan 08, 2022
It's more like a plan B. I appreciate.
DisGuy:


Try as much as possible to get all the training and certification that comes with your role whilst on the job, approach the HR about sponsorship or get in touch with other employers about sponsorship when they put out advert for senior roles

That's if you really want to be in that sector.
Don't forget your school work!

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Preshyi: 11:46am On Jan 08, 2022
It's not always there. So many people I know applied seperately for NIN including myself.
Xanderlex:

Check the back of your brp. It is there. Mine was too.
You would see it under remarks after the NO PUBLIC FUNDS
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Preshyi: 11:52am On Jan 08, 2022
My NIN came out in 5 weeks but the standard wait time is 16 weeks. You cant contact them until then. I have used my NIN as proof of address on so many occasions cos it's a government document, most organisations dont accept tenancy agreements. I will advise you use a permanent address for your NIN application.
midasfx:
Please how long does it take before the NI number comes out? as I'm not sure if I should specify my current Airbnb location on the application.

Please advise.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by fopishow(m): 12:07pm On Jan 08, 2022
Thanks for sharing this. However, it requires a proper financial planning.

Pros - No exit fees, no early repayment fees whatsoever.
Cons - At least 85% LTV. Locked fixed rates for at least 10-15 years. No one knows what the market rate might be long term but there is a possibility that one would be overpaying a mortgage long term down the road should any case the wider market interest rate drops long term. All these have been factored by the actuaries.
Lexusgs430:
If you're looking to buy a property, but cannot apply due to financial constraints.......


A new provider is on the market, that would offer you *7 mortgage wage multiplier..........

This is only available for certain professions, and you must be practicing and registered with your regulation boards ..........

https://www.habito.com/one


Read terms and conditions, you must be employed for over 12 months and have all employment documents..........

* 15% deposit is required + long term fixed term mortgage arrangement ....... etc etc

Goodluck........... cheesy

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by gistbite(f): 12:11pm On Jan 08, 2022
captainhoo:

It is worth the hype. The baume/balm is thicker than the lait/lotion ( this is different from the lotion with urea sold by boots). The lipikar lotion is sold on amazon( the twin pack is more cost effective) and pharmeden. Co. Uk as well.

Thank you.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by jesmond3945: 12:11pm On Jan 08, 2022
SirWellington:
O boy! Newcastle is freaking COLD!
lol. I dont think is the coldest in uk.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by midasfx(m): 12:13pm On Jan 08, 2022
Preshyi:
My NIN came out in 5 weeks but the standard wait time is 16 weeks. You cant contact them until then. I have used my NIN as proof of address on so many occasions cos it's a government document, most organisations dont accept tenancy agreements. I will advise you use a permanent address for your NIN application.

Alright. Many thanks.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by SirWellington(m): 12:13pm On Jan 08, 2022
jesmond3945:
lol. I dont think is the coldest in uk.


Mehn, I thought dubai was cold before I flew into Newcastle yesterday, as I came out of the airport, that's how I shouted "chimo" in igbo language meaning my God! My wife laugh me tire.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by gistbite(f): 12:17pm On Jan 08, 2022
babajeje123:
This is a personal issue that is bothering me. I have decided to post it here with the hope that I would get matured advise here. Besides, people on this platform would be able to advise better since most live in the UK.

I came to the UK last year on student's visa for a 2 year programme. it was challenging upon arrival because the country was on lock down and getting a job was not a walk in the park. When I got one, I had to work many hours during holiday period to pay the debt I owed and also to bring in my family (2 kids + wife). I had to pay for quarantine accommodation because I wanted them to come in December. I got a 2 bed, furnished it, bought other items to make life at least a bit better for my wife. However, she is not appreciative and I am beginning to regret bringing her.

When she arrived, we were all over each other, probably because we've missed each other and all of that. I just noticed that her attitude started changing. I had an idea of what could have brought a change of mood but I didn't want to guess. May be a week after her arrival, I told her about my plan to bring in my mum in April - May so she can help with the kids so that both of us can work as much as we want, knowing fully well that she too will do her masters come next year. She told me it was okay and she had nothing against it. So today, I told her that I would be sending money to my mum by month end so she can starts apply for her passport. She kept quiet for some seconds and said okay. Then, she began to tell me how I always make decisions without carrying her along and how I always kick when she has something better. Then I asked her to gave an instance. She said back at home, she had a certain amount she was giving to her mum every month which she suspended when I was planning to come. She went ahead to tell me that I never gave her mother anything except on few instances since we got married. And then she said, 'what is your plan for my mummy?'

I told her that during the time I was unable to give to her mum, I didn't have and I wasn't even giving to my mum too. However, in December when she with the kids, my mum and her sister were on their way to the airport, I sent 20k to her and sent a message that she should give the sister to help me give her mum as Christmas money. I made it clear that she raised the issue because of my plan for my mum and she denied it. Meanwhile, her mum has a daughter in the UK with her husband. They have tried to bring her in on 2 occasions last year but she was denied. So I told her that we can't bring her mum in now because Home office might think we are desperate and place her on a 10 year ban. She would not have any of my explanations. She just withdrew into her shell.

I left where we were to the room and thought about all my struggle in bringing her and felt terrible. I was wondering if this is not the same woman I told that I worked 21 nights and was still going to lectures from work in order to raise money for their travel. I worked in a food processing company (you can imagine the cold), laundry etc to bring them in. I know the matter has not died and she would still raise it and it may lead to a big fight. We have had the discussion before at home and it led to a terrible fight. Now this. Let me quickly chip it in that when she came and we talked about money for family projects, she initially said each of us should keep our money and contribute a certain percent. The reason she made the suggestion was that she might want to give her mother money and for personal stuff which I may not agree to her dipping hands into family purse. I told her that contributing a quota might not work because of all the things we desire to achieve this year. I told her that what can work is to take a certain amount from her weekly earning for her mum and personal stuff and putting the remaining into the family account and I will also do likewise. She agreed to the suggestion.

Please, how do I handle this matter? I don't want fight because I have a lot to do and I tell you her words can make the meekest man on earth to misbehave. In my life, I have never thought of divorce or separation, but it came to my mind today after the discussion. In fact, I am beginning to look for a job that would take me far away from home as it appears as if we appreciate each other when we are apart.

Now, I can't concentrate on my ICAs. I just hate it when people are trying to manipulate me. It's so painful if you are dealing with someone who doesn't appreciate your efforts. Yesterday, I gave her 85GBP for her DBS. Before she left home, she complained around October that she wanted to change her wardrobe, I sent money. Getting here, she told me she can't be wearing those clothes, I gave her 100GBP. I gave my card details to add on her phone account for data all in a bid to make her happy and for us to have a peaceful home which we didn't have in Naija because of lack of resources.

See, the kind of advise I need is what to do not to give too much attention to her. Suggesting that I should have a heart-to-heart talk with her won't work because it has never worked. It always leads to heated argument and insults. I won't mind if someone can recommend a good marriage counselor.

Please, I didn't post this for likes and shares. Na solution I dey find abeg


My advice to you is to send this write up to her as it is here. Let her understand your long-term goals and that her mom can still come later. She is being emotional right now and probably doesn't understand what you went through to bring her in. When my partner was complaining about working in the cold before bringing us, I didn't really get it until I started working too and walking to the bus stop in the cold.
Let her start working too. Plus you can talk to someone she respects to advice her without mentioning you. I really wish you the best because this is a country where you really need support from your partner.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by fopishow(m): 12:18pm On Jan 08, 2022
Hi, It seems you already got a mortgage, if so you are not eligible. Lisa is only for FTB and max of £450k. It's seems better than the HTB which is now closed. So basically what he meant was that one could take advantage of getting 25% on 4,000 = £1,000 in this financial year Apr 6 2021- Apr 5 2022 ( only if you deposit up to 4K before Apr 5 2022) and also take advantage of the Apr 6 2022 - Apr 5 2023. So it all adds up to £2K per year ( 1K each if you are a couple additional free money to house deposit.
ukay2:


Please explain this 2 tax years within a calendar year if one wants to max the 4 pounds allowance....

Thanks

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Lexusgs430: 12:26pm On Jan 08, 2022
fopishow:
Thanks for sharing this. However, it requires a proper financial planning.

Pros - No exit fees, no early repayment fees whatsoever.
Cons - At least 85% LTV. Locked fixed rates for at least 10-15 years. No one knows what the market rate might be long term but there is a possibility that one would be overpaying a mortgage long term down the road should any case the wider market interest rate drops long term. All these have been factored by the actuaries.


Very true........ On the long run, would be much better than paying rent............

Any alternative route to landing on the property ladder, better than zero alternatives ..........

They are a business concern, not a charity organisation....... grin

But DYOR..........
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by OSCARTM: 12:36pm On Jan 08, 2022
If you are trying to start a career in Cybersecurity & you're on Twitter, check the link below for a recorded Space conversation on introduction to Cybersecurity.....

https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1vOxwyDaEXrGB

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by wallg123: 1:07pm On Jan 08, 2022
Chalo147:
Please which airline did you use?
Want to be sure I don’t need to do the covid pcr before departure from MMA to Uk with a lay over flight like Qatar airways or Egypt?
I believe a direct flight don’t need to do the covid pcr test before departure
Thank you

BA
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by hustla(m): 1:19pm On Jan 08, 2022
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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ukay2: 1:24pm On Jan 08, 2022
kode12:


https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/savings/lifetime-isas/

https://lifetimeisa.campaign.gov.uk/

Thanks....will transfer to moneybox later due to their higher investment interest

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by OSCARTM: 1:56pm On Jan 08, 2022
Mashaunola:
Please help!!!!
I am a Masters student.
I have collected my BRP and applied for my NI number.
I have been in the UK for over 2 weeks now. I have been looking for Part time job (warehouse operative, sales assistant e.t.c) to kick start and office work based on my qualifications but haven’t gotten any yet. I have registered with quite a number of agencies.
Please can you recommend a reliable agency or website that can help. I currently stay in crick, Northampton.

I hold a degree from a uK university and am an ACCA UK qualified chartered accountant with years of experience in nigeria.

Please your kind response will be appreciated

Download/register on indeedflex mobile App, you will be scheduled for an interview, thereafter you'll be able to apply for jobs around your location.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by justwise(m): 1:59pm On Jan 08, 2022
@All

Apologies to those who got banned, the ant-spambot has gone crazy today banning people randomly
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by TheGuyFromHR: 3:39pm On Jan 08, 2022
midasfx:


Just checked. It isn’t there.

Those on Tier 4 won't have NINos on the back of their BRPs.

Your NiNo will come in the form of a letter sent to you at your chosen address. However, addresses can change, as people move around, so that address is not in any way permanent or determinative.

When seeking work, you will be asked for one document as proof of identity, then your right to work (BRP), and a proof of address. The fastest way to get an official document proving your address is to use a bank statement. Open a Starling/Monzo/Chase account in-app, use your card a few times, and you'll rapidly have a bank statement available to download with your chosen address on it. Depending on what kind of accommodation you eventually rent, a utility bill also works.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Icesnow(f): 4:34pm On Jan 08, 2022
Newbie123:


Not true
okay
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Viruses: 4:35pm On Jan 08, 2022
wonlasewonimi:


if you promise to complete it on time I will give you 50 pounds

If I open Revolut account with your referral link and spend with the card you will give me £50?
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by captainhoo: 4:39pm On Jan 08, 2022
DeeOneBangin:


You can actually practice with pre-registration ( 2 or 3yrs MSc in Nursing depending on the school). And your first degree doesn’t have to be in nursing.

Okay. It was discussed on the thread in the past, that was when I learned about it
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by captainhoo: 4:41pm On Jan 08, 2022
Mimzyy:
Boot has all the ranges in stock smiley

Or directly on Laroche website Uk. Free samples on every order above £35.

https://www.laroche-posay.co.uk/


Thanks for update. grin

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by wonlasewonimi: 4:52pm On Jan 08, 2022
Viruses:


If I open Revolut account with your referral link and spend with the card you will give me £50?

Yeah.. Within 10 days
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Estroller: 4:57pm On Jan 08, 2022
You simply allow the 1 Year anniversary of your LISA account to fall into the following tax year, remember tax year is 6th April - 5th April of the following year, you then deposit the maximum £4k in each of the the tax year.

For example if I'm to open one today 8/01/22, my 1 Year anniversary will be 8/01/23. I will deposit the max £4k before 5th April 2022 covering the current tax year and deposit another £4k in the new tax year starting 6th April 2022 but before the anniversary of my account which is 8/01/23. You both do this, and you will get the £4k I referenced in my earlier post.


ukay2:


Please explain this 2 tax years within a calendar year if one wants to max the 4 pounds allowance....

Thanks

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by midasfx(m): 5:43pm On Jan 08, 2022
TheGuyFromHR:


Those on Tier 4 won't have NINos on the back of their BRPs.

Your NiNo will come in the form of a letter sent to you at your chosen address. However, addresses can change, as people move around, so that address is not in any way permanent or determinative.

When seeking work, you will be asked for one document as proof of identity, then your right to work (BRP), and a proof of address. The fastest way to get an official document proving your address is to use a bank statement. Open a Starling/Monzo/Chase account in-app, use your card a few times, and you'll rapidly have a bank statement available to download with your chosen address on it. Depending on what kind of accommodation you eventually rent, a utility bill also works.





Yeah thanks. Planning on using a relatives address pending when we secure our own apartment.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Dbiks: 5:44pm On Jan 08, 2022
Lexusgs430:



Holloway road, Hackney, frindsbury park axis, look at other surrounding areas.........

Some of your colleagues would be landlords, having properties to rent, and would advertise on notice boards, on varying wards + information boards (keep your eyes peeled).........


Pls do know how much rents are around these areas.... Thanks
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Dbiks: 5:47pm On Jan 08, 2022
DisGuy:


It should be between 30-1hr by rail or a combination of bus and rail. Travelcard zones 3-6.

You can always use tfl journey planner to check commuting times and routes
https://tfl.gov.uk/plan-a-journey/


How much will It cost to commute using either
Mode of transportation..... Just a rough estimate..

Are the tfare quoted on this site reliable?

Thanks boss
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Dbiks: 5:51pm On Jan 08, 2022
gratefulme40:



Which ward? I dey come do agency for Whittington when the spirit leads!!

I was living in Watford when I used to go there. Easy journey from Watford but Watford isn’t really cheap to be honest.

Yeah I know but cheaper than London and not so congested.....

How much was the cost of your transport fare then.....

Thanks

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