5 reasons why you want to come back to the UK - Part 2
#16
Re: 5 reasons why you want to come back to the UK - Part 2
Its not all bad I agree, but it can become very mondane and we do have a longer working week than anywhere else in Europe. I have talked to so many people now who are up to their eyes in debt through just trying to keep a roof over their head and pay bills whilst knocking their pan in every week at work. I think part of the problem is materialism and comfort buying. I think we need to get back to basics and be more content with a simpler way of life. With next generation mortgages and higher taxes i wonder were we are going to be in another 5 years especially if and when interest rates rise. I think this is why so many people are opting out of the uk for cheaper property and living costs abroad.
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#17
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Re: 5 reasons why you want to come back to the UK - Part 2
Its not all bad I agree, but it can become very mondane and we do have a longer working week than anywhere else in Europe. I have talked to so many people now who are up to their eyes in debt through just trying to keep a roof over their head and pay bills whilst knocking their pan in every week at work. I think part of the problem is materialism and comfort buying. I think we need to get back to basics and be more content with a simpler way of life. With next generation mortgages and higher taxes i wonder were we are going to be in another 5 years especially if and when interest rates rise. I think this is why so many people are opting out of the uk for cheaper property and living costs abroad.
Remy
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Still fine for me
No mortgage...no need to work ....live in a nice place....don't mind paying tax...what am I missing?
#18
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No, im not going to OZ. Not yet anyway but have done a bit of travelling and spend a lot of time in Goa. Yes the people there are a lot poorer than us and yet seem far happier and content, why is this do you think?
#19
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Grayling, what is your beef with Australia? I dont think i've ever heard you say anything positive about the place. Why do you hate it so much, you dont even live there?
#20
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Re: 5 reasons why you want to come back to the UK - Part 2
....but then, I have managed to succeed in the UK ....unlike a lot of malcontents
#21
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Re: 5 reasons why you want to come back to the UK - Part 2
I have never said anything negative about Australia.
I am simply fed up with those who fail in the UK blaming the country for all their problems
Same shit....different bucket
#22
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Surely you can admit that cheaper properties and lifestyles and better weather is a damn good reason to think about moving.
Remy
#23
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Coming from Ireland must have something to do with the appreciation for hot weather, I was brought up in County Antrim Since coming back to the UK and not being able to take the kids out without it costing an absolute fortune has made me realise how important having an outdoor lifestyle (and most of it free) actually is!
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Re: 5 reasons why you want to come back to the UK - Part 2
I don't care what things cost. I would rather live somewhere expensive and interesting than in a cheap sterile desert.
It is VERY expensive to live anywhere interesting in countries like Australia.
Still....not a problem for me
#25
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I agree, I have returned from Oz where we were living a simple, carefree, life in a lovely home, good jobs, gave it all up to join the rat race here in the UK, it has only taken 6 months but i am willing to return to a smaller home and less pay back in Oz again - i really had some thick rose tinted specs on whilst away
Remy
#27
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Seems like a pretty short sighted reason to me
I don't care what things cost. I would rather live somewhere expensive and interesting than in a cheap sterile desert.
It is VERY expensive to live anywhere interesting in countries like Australia.
Still....not a problem for me
I don't care what things cost. I would rather live somewhere expensive and interesting than in a cheap sterile desert.
It is VERY expensive to live anywhere interesting in countries like Australia.
Still....not a problem for me
#30
Re: 5 reasons why you want to come back to the UK - Part 2
Coming from Ireland must have something to do with the appreciation for hot weather, I was brought up in County Antrim Since coming back to the UK and not being able to take the kids out without it costing an absolute fortune has made me realise how important having an outdoor lifestyle (and most of it free) actually is!
But guess what by the time you pay for popcorn etc I will be 40 quid lighter in the pocket at least.
Remy.