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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by rollykotex: 5:47pm On Jan 20, 2022
Hi everyone! I don’t know if this has been discussed earlier here, because it’s been a while I came in here. I have a very big issue with mold in my house. Been cleaning and cleaning but it keeps coming back darker, bigger and scarier. I had to complain to the leasing agent and the landlord’s contact was sent to me. He handles all the repairs in his house.
This man keeps saying I should clean and open the windows but this isn’t working. I keep opening the windows despite this extremely cold weather but the molds keep getting bigger. My kitchen entirely turned black and I have to scrub the Walls every 2 weeks.
I signed a one year contract and I’ve just spent 4 months. In fact getting a house in Wales, Swansea to be precise is like hitting a million pounds jackpot so moving out is not even an option now.
Kindly advise on how to deal with the molds of you have ever being in my shoes .
I’m so particular about it because I have 2 children ages 2 and 4 and I heard inhaling it over time could cause respiratory issues especially in children and elderly.
I’m so sorry for my long post. Good evening!
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ShalewaT: 5:48pm On Jan 20, 2022
I will move to the UK next month by God's grace, Sunderland to be precise. How do I go about getting an apartment in the UK while still here in Nigeria. Is it okay to stay in an airbnb for two to three months while searching for a good apartment? I'm moving with my husband
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by amanze54: 5:50pm On Jan 20, 2022
Please what's the efficient app for pound to naira transfer, it was mentioned here but I couldn't remember it.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by TheGuyFromHR: 5:57pm On Jan 20, 2022
rollykotex:
Hi everyone! I don’t know if this has been discussed earlier here, because it’s been a while I came in here. I have a very big issue with mold in my house. Been cleaning and cleaning but it keeps coming back darker, bigger and scarier.
Kindly advise on how to deal with the molds of you have ever being in my shoes .
I’m so particular about it because I have 2 children ages 2 and 4 and I heard inhaling it over time could cause respiratory issues especially in children and elderly.
I’m so sorry for my long post. Good evening!

Try mould spray.
There are several brands.
I used one with the brand name "Astonish" when I had that issue.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by rollykotex: 6:06pm On Jan 20, 2022
TheGuyFromHR:


Try mould spray.
There are several brands.
I used one with the brand name "Astonish" when I had that issue.
Thank you so much
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by OSCARTM: 6:18pm On Jan 20, 2022
ShalewaT:
I will move to the UK next month by God's grace, Sunderland to be precise. How do I go about getting an apartment in the UK while still here in Nigeria. Is it okay to stay in an airbnb for two to three months while searching for a good apartment? I'm moving with my husband

Yes, if possible.
It is always good to do physical inspection before paying for an apartment here.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by TheGuyFromHR: 6:20pm On Jan 20, 2022
ShalewaT:
I will move to the UK next month by God's grace, Sunderland to be precise. How do I go about getting an apartment in the UK while still here in Nigeria. Is it okay to stay in an airbnb for two to three months while searching for a good apartment? I'm moving with my husband

It's OK if you can afford it.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by ShalewaT: 6:22pm On Jan 20, 2022
OSCARTM:


Yes, if possible.
It is always good to do physical inspection before paying for an apartment here.

Thank you. Can you please help with price range of 1 bedroom apartment?
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by LagosismyHome(f): 6:23pm On Jan 20, 2022
rollykotex:
Hi everyone! I don’t know if this has been discussed earlier here, because it’s been a while I came in here. I have a very big issue with mold in my house. Been cleaning and cleaning but it keeps coming back darker, bigger and scarier. I had to complain to the leasing agent and the landlord’s contact was sent to me. He handles all the repairs in his house.
This man keeps saying I should clean and open the windows but this isn’t working. I keep opening the windows despite this extremely cold weather but the molds keep getting bigger. My kitchen entirely turned black and I have to scrub the Walls every 2 weeks.
I signed a one year contract and I’ve just spent 4 months. In fact getting a house in Wales, Swansea to be precise is like hitting a million pounds jackpot so moving out is not even an option now.
Kindly advise on how to deal with the molds of you have ever being in my shoes .
I’m so particular about it because I have 2 children ages 2 and 4 and I heard inhaling it over time could cause respiratory issues especially in children and elderly.
I’m so sorry for my long post. Good evening!

If you are cleaning and cleaning then it might be a damp issue. Sometimes you can have leaks in the roof which no matter the cleaning it would still come back quickly because u not address the root cause

Start looking for a house so you kids don't have respiratory problems. Then keep disturbing the Landlord to pay a specialist to come investigate . The landlord no won spend money if not a specialist can easily spot the source . It probably a leak somewhere
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by NevaUgivup: 6:28pm On Jan 20, 2022
ShalewaT:

Thank you. Can you please help with price range of 1 bedroom apartment?
You can check on Zoopla and/or rightmove

They'll give you a very good idea on the price range

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by descarado: 6:40pm On Jan 20, 2022
rollykotex:
Hi everyone! I don’t know if this has been discussed earlier here, because it’s been a while I came in here. I have a very big issue with mold in my house. Been cleaning and cleaning but it keeps coming back darker, bigger and scarier. I had to complain to the leasing agent and the landlord’s contact was sent to me. He handles all the repairs in his house.
This man keeps saying I should clean and open the windows but this isn’t working. I keep opening the windows despite this extremely cold weather but the molds keep getting bigger. My kitchen entirely turned black and I have to scrub the Walls every 2 weeks.
I signed a one year contract and I’ve just spent 4 months. In fact getting a house in Wales, Swansea to be precise is like hitting a million pounds jackpot so moving out is not even an option now.
Kindly advise on how to deal with the molds of you have ever being in my shoes .
I’m so particular about it because I have 2 children ages 2 and 4 and I heard inhaling it over time could cause respiratory issues especially in children and elderly.
I’m so sorry for my long post. Good evening!
The earlier you start looking for another accommodation, the better. The place is damp. Might be leaking pipe. I hate that ugly looking thing with passion.
Next house, check the walls very well.

Nobody both adult or kids should endure living in such environment.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Endlessgrace: 7:18pm On Jan 20, 2022
rollykotex:
Hi everyone! I don’t know if this has been discussed earlier here, because it’s been a while I came in here. I have a very big issue with mold in my house. Been cleaning and cleaning but it keeps coming back darker, bigger and scarier. I had to complain to the leasing agent and the landlord’s contact was sent to me. He handles all the repairs in his !

As others mentioned, until the cause is addressed the moulds will continue. Keep disturbing the landlord and the agency and ensure all your correspondence is via email, even if you speak on phone with them biko follow up with a mail.
Let them know the health implications to your children and threaten to get the council involved.

This was all I did in my last rental before moving to my own place. It worked like magic, they sent specialist who discovered the mould/damp is from a leak in the chimney.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Viruses: 7:20pm On Jan 20, 2022
LagosismyHome:


I am not victimising myself ....

A lot of immigrants are just coming and have limited options for various reasons hence why some landlords are able to rent rubbish and get away with it ...... 10 to 15 years down the line when they have settled , ask that person if the person can rent that exact same house and there goes your answer.
I get you.
I'm just saying that the target is not immigrant.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Viruses: 7:28pm On Jan 20, 2022
amanze54:
Please what's the efficient app for pound to naira transfer, it was mentioned here but I couldn't remember it.
I need this info too. Being going pages back but can't find it.
I tried wise and saw a popup that CBN has banned naira transfer. They gave another option though that will still make the money reach the recipient in Nigeria. You can give it a try...select usd as target currency, select swift then put your naira bank account number.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by rollykotex: 7:31pm On Jan 20, 2022
Thank you so much. I appreciate
LagosismyHome:


If you are cleaning and cleaning then it might be a damp issue. Sometimes you can have leaks in the roof which no matter the cleaning it would still come back quickly because u not address the root cause

Start looking for a house so you kids don't have respiratory problems. Then keep disturbing the Landlord to pay a specialist to come investigate . The landlord no won spend money if not a specialist can easily spot the source . It probably a leak somewhere
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by rollykotex: 7:33pm On Jan 20, 2022
Thank you! Congratulations on you house
Endlessgrace:


As others mentioned, until the cause is addressed the moulds will continue. Keep disturbing the landlord and the agency and ensure all your correspondence is via email, even if you speak on phone with them biko follow up with a mail.
Let them know the health implications to your children and threaten to get the council involved.

This was all I did in my last rental before moving to my own place. It worked like magic, they sent specialist who discovered the mould/damp is from a leak in the chimney.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 7:36pm On Jan 20, 2022
Good evening guys,

Please I need recomendations for the certifications needed to get a job as a health care assistant or support worker...
infact plus any tips that will help with the process of getting a job/sponsorship.

Thanks in advance.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by rollykotex: 7:36pm On Jan 20, 2022
descarado:

The earlier you start looking for another accommodation, the better. The place is damp. Might be leaking pipe. I hate that ugly looking thing with passion.
Next house, check the walls very well.

Nobody both adult or kids should endure living in such environment.

Thanks for your input. I actually skipped that part in my previous post. That is how to detect a mold infected house in my subsequent leases, since all houses are mostly freshly painted and nice looking when initially moving in.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Captaincool1(m): 7:53pm On Jan 20, 2022
Please how does one get a Netherlands visa from the UK using a Nigerian passport. Am going there as a tourist. I work in the UK.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by hustla(m): 8:21pm On Jan 20, 2022
Captaincool1:
Please how does one get a Netherlands visa from the UK using a Nigerian passport. Am going there as a tourist. I work in the UK.

This might help


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sd3ugtrmamA

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by LagosismyHome(f): 8:40pm On Jan 20, 2022
mizGene:
Good evening guys,

Please I need recomendations for the certifications needed to get a job as a health care assistant or support worker...
infact plus any tips that will help with the process of getting a job/sponsorship.

Thanks in advance.

We many when they find this ...lol. sadly it been turned to serious black market runs. So many of the private sponsors are quietly asking for money. Big money self ... when really there a shortage of labour and should be the one begging you to work. Ms Patel biko sort it

Abeg when you see let me know . I am looking for, my village is plenty
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by fatima04: 8:46pm On Jan 20, 2022
LagosismyHome:


We many when they find this ...lol. sadly it been turned to serious black market runs. So many of the private sponsors are quietly asking for money. Big money self ... when really there a shortage of labour and should be the one begging you to work. Ms Patel biko sort it

Abeg when you see let me know . I am looking for, my village is plenty

It's soo annoying oo and hope it doesn't backfire in the nearest future. I don't trust UKVI for anything. Meanwhile the true shortage exists in domiciliary care and they are the major ones I see offering sponsorship right now. If you claim you are Lewis Hamilton and drive a car, its sponsorship straight up.
Regarding the courses, NVQ is health care can help but honestly I feel driving skill tips the application in your favour.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 9:00pm On Jan 20, 2022
mizGene:
Good evening guys,

Please I need recomendations for the certifications needed to get a job as a health care assistant or support worker...
infact plus any tips that will help with the process of getting a job/sponsorship.

Thanks in advance.

Getting the care certificate for standards 1-15 is a good start? anyone? any other bundles or resources I can check out please?
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mimilyrics: 9:18pm On Jan 20, 2022
Fill out and submit the application here:https://consular.mfaservices.nl/schengen-visa/short-stay?lang=en
Book your biometrics appointment here: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/gbr/en/nld/login

Cost here: https://www.netherlandsworldwide.nl/countries/united-kingdom/living-and-working/consular-fees
More info here: https://www.netherlandsworldwide.nl/countries/united-kingdom/travel/applying-for-a-short-stay-schengen-visa

It's an easy process. You'd need insurance, about £200 daily for each day you're spending, accommodation arrangements and flights (they don't need to be confirmed).
Captaincool1:
Please how does one get a Netherlands visa from the UK using a Nigerian passport. Am going there as a tourist. I work in the UK.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by LagosismyHome(f): 9:30pm On Jan 20, 2022
fatima04:


It's soo annoying oo and hope it doesn't backfire in the nearest future. I don't trust UKVI for anything. Meanwhile the true shortage exists in domiciliary care and they are the major ones I see offering sponsorship right now. If you claim you are Lewis Hamilton and drive a car, its sponsorship straight up.
Regarding the courses, NVQ is health care can help but honestly I feel driving skill tips the application in your favour.

That Dom care job, the waka about seems to tedious to me even if the person is driving . I am sure many people would not want to do that hence the shortage

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by obitryce(m): 9:34pm On Jan 20, 2022
Hi Everyone,

Please how do I go about getting an Overseas Criminal Record Check here in the UK. This is part of the requirements for a job I applied. Any help or suggestions will be well appreciated thanks.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Mellady(f): 9:39pm On Jan 20, 2022
amanze54:
Please what's the efficient app for pound to naira transfer, it was mentioned here but I couldn't remember it.
Ohentpay. That's what I use

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Mellady(f): 9:42pm On Jan 20, 2022
amanze54:
Please what's the efficient app for pound to naira transfer, it was mentioned here but I couldn't remember it.

Rate is 770. Sign up with this link to get your first transfer for free https://www.ohentpay.com/i/6FBEB191E9

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 9:43pm On Jan 20, 2022
LagosismyHome:


We many when they find this ...lol. sadly it been turned to serious black market runs. So many of the private sponsors are quietly asking for money. Big money self ... when really there a shortage of labour and should be the one begging you to work. Ms Patel biko sort it

Abeg when you see let me know . I am looking for, my village is plenty

Hmm interesting! The sponsors themselves asking for money shocked or a go between ??
How come it is difficult to get info? I only started looking this evening so not yet daunted....what info have you found out so far?
I had also thought a significant number of us here were probably doing it as a side gig or full time...pls guys, come and share info let us know o.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mizGene(f): 9:43pm On Jan 20, 2022
LagosismyHome:


We many when they find this ...lol. sadly it been turned to serious black market runs. So many of the private sponsors are quietly asking for money. Big money self ... when really there a shortage of labour and should be the one begging you to work. Ms Patel biko sort it

Abeg when you see let me know . I am looking for, my village is plenty

....
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Mellady(f): 9:44pm On Jan 20, 2022
Viruses:

I need this info too. Being going pages back but can't find it.
I tried wise and saw a popup that CBN has banned naira transfer. They gave another option though that will still make the money reach the recipient in Nigeria. You can give it a try...select usd as target currency, select swift then put your naira bank account number.
I use ohentpay. Rate is 770 today
I use OhentPay to send money abroad. Sign up with this link to get your first transfer for free https://www.ohentpay.com/i/6FBEB191E9

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by missjekyll: 9:49pm On Jan 20, 2022
When we say bathroom/toilet/kitchen/ bedroom in the same space, are we referring to a Studio flat? What Nigerians call a Self contained apartment?
Because I live in a studio currently and love it.

I do not mind Chreze's posts. They can be quite informative. When you say they are long, that doesn't bother me as nairaland is not charged per page and I ve got a scroll button. * shrugs *

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