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Harley

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  1. [quote user="chris pp"]

    Briefly poke my nose in, what is wrong with speed cameras being concealed?

    Surely it makes more sense if people don't know where they are, that would eventually get people to remain within the legal speed limit, which I would have thought was the idea.

    Chris

     

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    I do actually agree with you Chris.  I never understood the point of highlighting the fact that they were there.  I have only ever received one speeding fine.  I was gutted[:'(]  I was sure I was within the limit and smiled nicely at the Gendarme as I drove past, merrily thinking "your'e not getting me, sucker".  Several days later I had a 90Euro fine drop through the letter box[6].  I do agree that there is a need for speed cameras but why are they never sited outside schools and through towns?  Why do they always seem to be on the open road?  Hmmm.......now let me see.  Suggestions on a postcard please![:P] 

  2. Thanks United.  I don't plan on buying anything that might have "bits" missing.  We are buying our kitchen through Ikea, but in the UK as hubby is to and fro every week and can easily pick up any missing parts.  This is just a get away from the bl**dy builders week-end.  Taking the children and plan on having some very pleasant family time.  [:D]

  3. Can anyone recommend someone who is registered to carry out this kind of work here in France.  Our new build is nearly finished and we have been advised it would be sensible to get an independant body to inspect the house prior to handover.  Region 50 Percy/Gavray/Villedieu.  Thanks.[:)]
  4. Based on our own experience I would pay the deposit directly to the Notaire and no-one else.  Make sure that you include any clauses ie rubbish must be cleared from site, back door must be fixed as agreed and nail down exactly what is being included in the sale price - get an exact list drawn up.  Make sure you understand totally what you are signing, particularly if your French is not that good - I would never again solely rely on the agent or Notaire to translate the CDV for me.  Find yourself an independant translator who is well versed in the process of buying and selling in France.  Good luck - hope all goes well - enjoy your new home[:D]
  5. That is exactly what we hope to do - our little bit.  I was hoping we could combine a wind turbine with solar panels.  Obviously we want to acheive this as cheaply as possible but do not want to buy cheap quality.  I hope we are able to get this worked out a.s.a.p and the more info we can get together the better.[:D]

  6. Can anyone recommend the best place for arranging Life Insurance?  We bank with CA as we live permanently in France.  Is your own bank the best place to go or is there an Insurance Company out there that would do better?

    Thanks[:)]

  7. Having heard the tale of woe from the ladies at the refuge about their enquiries with BF over the cats at Cherbourg Ferry Terminal, I decided to contact M.Gehanne of LD Lines to see if they can help the refuge in any way.  Didn't really expect to hear much, but guess what, he replied!  A very nice response it was too and we are now "in talks".[:D]

    Will keep you posted on that one.

    Any news from Living France yet James?[:)]

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