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Recently opened an account with Bank of Ireland - no fees for the first 2 years. So far, all dealings have been ok, but my only requirements are lodging and writing cheques.

Re: Development - Wellington Court Phibsboro D7 I wasn't told anything like that, and i've already signed contracts, so that worries me a bit. What about your own solicitor? Would be curious if the problem is considered relatively common in inner city developments where the land being developed...

Saw some WMF sets in Arnotts at the weekend - head down into the kitchen section past most of the cutlery, on the right hand side of the cash desk. V nice. Myself, bought an 8-setting set (connoisseur brand i think) for €65.

There's a shop in Dublin city centre (can't remember the name of the street, but it goes from in front of the gaiety to george's st. think the shop is called mobilia) that sells fairly fancy italian furniture. The last time i looked they had some wardrobes with unusual fittings - shoe racks...

Re: Development - Wellington Court Phibsboro D7 Hi, the bar is 'aurora', on the corner of Dorset St and Blessington St. Is it the 'lovin spoon' cafe on Nth Frederick St you mean? Or the Matassa takeout (which is directly opposite the site)?!

Re: Development - Wellington Court Phibsboro D7 Hi, I actually put down a booking deposit last December - they released 3 1-beds and 3 2-beds on the 2nd floor. At that point I don't think it was even listed on the DNG website - i called the agent after seeing the sign on the site. Initially...

Re: Development - Wellington Court Phibsboro D7 I've taken one of the 2nd flr 2-beds facing Mountjoy St, so hello neighbour! And to add to Lauren's comments, I've lived around the NCR / Phibsboro area for a while, and i think that site is a great location. There are more developments planned...

I think its 'moderate'. I'm buying a 2-bed of 635 sqft which i think is small, but i'm happy to compromise for a central location. Had previously viewed 2-beds of 550-600ish sq ft that i'd be happy to live in. And have seen adverts for 2-beds of less than 500sqft. I think the layout can play a...

No - it just isn't true! There's no harm in saying that the end-user of your services has been X for 2 years, etc to give the impression of continuity. But you are an employee of an the umbrella company, and they pay your wages. The umbrella company is responsible for recovering the monies from...

I was in a similar position, and got a mortgage with a letter of current earnings (make sure it states that you're not in a probation period), and an accountants report for 2005 (when i was half self-employed, and half employee). If you're approaching lenders yourself, avoid going into too much...

I'm in the middle of sorting contracts for a new apartment myself, and am finding that getting a proper specification of the kit-out is v difficult. I think that, in general, you'll get 'a' fitted kitchen and a fitted wardrobe in the main bathroom. But there isn't really a norm as some places...

Re: Getting deposit back... Dunno about the delay in returning the money. Some of it is because they can't write a cheque to refund your monies until your original cheque is cleared. But, i think its normal to lodge the booking deposit straight away. On signing contracts, there's an additional...

Re: what is accs mode Not sure, maybe 'access' mode, i.e. remote learning, etc? Is the main course delivered via lectures? It could be something specific to the type of course, but without knowing the coourse content, couldn't say.

It's maybe not what you were thinking of, but you can get a 2-cup stove-top Bialetti (sp?) espresso maker for less than €20. Good coffee, doesn't take up much space, easy to use. I think they have a more expensive version that will steam milk at the same time as brewing the coffee. Haven't a...

Have never used XETrade, but have used Caxtonfx, who are based in UK - so all done online/phone/post. The process involved opening an account, and various IDs are required for money laundering processes - would be surprised if XETrade didn't require the same. So there should be a bit of good old...

I second this. And I think that unless overtime terms are stated explicitly in the contract, its up to the contractor to ensure that the terms are agreed/understood by the client (and agency) before working extra. I've had cases where i was - paid a daily rate, found myself working 10hr days for...

Hi, I am in process of buying an apartment off-plans myself, and I ... - Put down booking deposit without having approval in principle or a solicitor. Deposit refundable at this stage, anyhow. - Appointed solicitor and mortgage broker. - Vendor solicitor eventually (approx 2 mths after booking...

Hi, Is this for Richmond Hall? I googled Cormount Partnership, and only found a couple of listings in the CRO gazette, for changes to the company articles and change of secretary. Also found references to a 'cormount ltd' with an address in Bray, and a 'cormount properties ltd' with a London...

Hi, Just to follow-up on using Caxton fx for a sterling to euro exchange. - Opening account fairly straightforward. After completing application form and sending requested ID, they called to say that they were having trouble establishing my identity, and requested an certified copy of a bank...

I switched to PTSB from BOI about a year ago. All ok with switching direct debits, etc. I find the branch service variable. My local branch (Phibsboro) is fairly cramped, with long queues (especially for customer service desk), and gives the impression that they don't have enough staff on the...