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  • Just bought a place last year in October as the rental market was nuts. We paid about maybe 15k (about 5%) over the home report value, but I've also heard stories from friends who were in bidding wars where houses went for over £100k the home report value - wild. Looking back now, think my bf and I just got lucky with that 5%. Like others have mentioned, make sure you have it in clear writing from the seller, what is included in the sale i.e: appliances, any maintenance work that needs done, etc. And if it isn't, to cost all of that up as well. We had quite a few small surprises when we moved in i.e: boiler was broken. by therealtangaroo (Wed 20th Jul 2022 5:37pm)
  • Thought of that, but I think I'd rather pay someone to do a good job of cleaning it with a pressure washer, and possibly with some follow up of application of anti-algae solution to keep it protected for the future. I had asked a friend (who's quite hands on) for a second opinion too and he recommended probably just getting it professionally done as the wood may need some treatment. by therealtangaroo (Wed 20th Jul 2022 6:14pm)
  • Lung Fung on Sauchiehall Street is where I go for crispy pork belly - don't expect great customer service, and it is pricy (compared to what it usually costs in Hong Kong) but it's the best one I've found so far. by therealtangaroo (Tue 2nd Aug 2022 10:51pm)
  • Hey :) full time product designer just sharing my two cents on the matter. It all depends on what your career goals are - do you want to work in smaller companies, agencies, large companies, in house, freelance? Whilst UI design jobs do exist, do bear in mind that for you to be great at the job, you do need to have a solid understanding of good UX because great UI is about the entire experience as a whole, and not just visual components. It isn't as easy as just making something look great. If you're keen on switching to this, there's plenty of great and free resources out there to get you started. I'd start with understanding all the theories and concepts first i.e: * Brad Frost's Atomic Design * Laws of UX * Laws of Simplicity by John Maeda Start by studying other successful products - what made it work? And then, you can start practicing all of these yourself through self initiated projects. You'll also find plenty of resources here: https://www.uxdatabase.io/product-database by therealtangaroo (Fri 5th Aug 2022 4:41pm)
  • Chung Ying, and there's also 888 Express in the West End. by therealtangaroo (Sun 14th Aug 2022 8:40pm)
  • Not sure if they still do them, but I once joined a tour of the city chambers and it was beautiful inside, especially the marble staircases. Back then, it was free and there were two tours a day till 2:30pm. by therealtangaroo (Mon 15th Aug 2022 9:11pm)
  • I was like that for awhile during the lockdown but when things started opening up again, I decided to quit smoking and booked in with a PT to keep me on routine (back then, the focus was on my cardio so plenty of running). It depends on how do you feel/stay motivated? For example, I like to be around people so I tend to run outdoors. Do you feel more motivated being in a gym around people? Or having more attention from a PT? Naturally, PTs are great because they really focus on your goals and help you achieve them the right way with minimal injuries. However, they can be a lot more expensive. Have you tried some group classes at your local gym? If there's any advice I can pass on, it's start small. Small steps at a time so you build up that consistency then you can increase the regularity/difficulty/weights from there. You don't want to start off too extreme or you'll just put yourself off it even more. by therealtangaroo (Thu 18th Aug 2022 2:39pm)
  • Sorry to hear all of that! Did you consider perhaps PTs? I am very picky with mine, but you can always do some research in the local area, speak to a few and see which you click with? Least from my personal experience, PTs are great at motivating you, and it helps if you click with the person too. How about just plugging the airpods in and going for a brisk run/jog outside on a good day? Pick a nice, quiet park where you don't need to worry so much about other people, and you can just zone out and have a good run - I know that always helps when I'm not having a good day. Also, how are you eating habits? That's another thing that can help as well. I know it sounds stupid and cliche (I did think it myself), but eating fresh and healthy foods honestly helps bring up your mood, and after awhile, looking back, you genuinely feel a lot more healthier too. by therealtangaroo (Thu 18th Aug 2022 3:50pm)
  • I usually go to Mezcal with my Spanish best friend who has said it’s one of the better places. by therealtangaroo (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 8:27am)
  • Sometimes, I tend to go to Citizen M. They have a huge second floor and ground floor which is perfect for working - a day pass is £15. Bonus points because their seats/sofas are extra comfy, and there's a wide selection depending on what you prefer (booths, open tables, etc.) by therealtangaroo (Mon 22nd Aug 2022 2:30pm)
  • Have you tried Byres Road Dental in the West End? That was the only place I phoned up last year who took me as a NHS patient within a month. by therealtangaroo (Tue 23rd Aug 2022 1:10pm)
  • Conic Hill is a good quick hike that isn't too far a travel from Glasgow and on a clear day, you get amazing view of Loch Lomond at the top. It would be much easier by car (about 45 min drive) but on this [site](https://www.lochlomond-trossachs.org/things-to-do/walking/hillwalking/conic-hill/), there are detail instructions on how to get there by public transport (it is about 2 hours). by therealtangaroo (Tue 23rd Aug 2022 4:51pm)
  • The rental market is nuts in Glagsow at the moment, doesn't help that it's peak student/freshers months - you'll probably have to look outside of Glasgow for options and commute in. by therealtangaroo (Thu 25th Aug 2022 4:54pm)
  • There's a new Korean place that has opened up in Buchanan Galleries' food court that I've heard great things about - street food, smaller sized snacks that may be perfect for lunch. Lanzhou Noodle is also great for authentic, hand made Chinese (soup and dried) noodles. Other places that are close by are Sarti's (my favourite for Italian food) and Kcal (healthier options like salads and protein pancakes). by therealtangaroo (Thu 25th Aug 2022 4:58pm)
  • It's in the food court in Buchanan Galleries - Kim's Korean Street Food, and Lanzhou is amazing if you love fresh noodles and dumplings (bring cash, they don't take cards). by therealtangaroo (Thu 25th Aug 2022 5:07pm)
  • Could try IKEA? They've got [moving boxes](https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/p/dundergubbe-moving-box-brown-10477049/). by therealtangaroo (Thu 25th Aug 2022 5:32pm)
  • Along with the energy bills going up to a ridiculous rate, there's also recently been a real struggle to find places to rent so you'd probably either have to pay a huge amount to live in the city, or you'll need to look outside of Glasgow and commute into the city. You could probably make it work with 25-30k but it will be tight so you may need to watch your spending. Rent along with the bills and council tax will be your biggest chunk of money each month. by therealtangaroo (Fri 2nd Sep 2022 5:35pm)
  • I used [sendmybag](https://www.sendmybag.com/) when I had to ship all my stuff from Glasgow to Berlin (and then back as well). Depends on how much stuff you have, but they quote per box/suitcase. Alternatively, I know in Berlin they had men with vans who would make long trips and pick up a couple of peoples' things and do drop offs, perhaps there is something like that in the Netherlands as well? by therealtangaroo (Tue 6th Sep 2022 4:15pm)
  • A lot of it depends on the flat - is it old? a new build? I'm in a new build now and was lucky enough to get a fixed tariff so I pay about £95 each month for a 2 bedroom flat (all day WFH, heating is gas but shower + cooker is electric). A friend of mine got a bill of £160 last month for her 2 bedroom detached house that she shares with a roommate (they weren't on a fixed tariff). The estimates below (200-300 pm) are probably about right for each month for electric/gas. Internet depends on the plan/speed you'd take. For example, I'm with Sky and it's 25 a month. A few years ago, I was with TalkTalk and paid 18 a month. by therealtangaroo (Wed 7th Sep 2022 12:43pm)
  • Yeah, so I'm on a 2 year fixed rate deal just before all this kicked off, I just somehow got lucky and signed that when I bought the new place last October. by therealtangaroo (Wed 7th Sep 2022 3:11pm)
  • Plenty of great recommendations here already but I’ll also throw in Oaka into the mix - it’s about 5-6 pounds for a regular bowl and you can pick noodles/rice with other toppings. Nothing like what I’m used to in Hong Kong but it’s pretty good for the price and portions. by therealtangaroo (Thu 8th Sep 2022 12:19pm)
  • Drop them an email - my bf did and he got an email a few days later confirming the refund which would take up to 10 working days. Sneaky bastards think they can just get away with it. by therealtangaroo (Sat 17th Sep 2022 6:05pm)
  • Sarti’s for Italian, Mikaku for Ramen, Paesanos and Sugos are also safe cheap options for pizza and pasta. by therealtangaroo (Thu 22nd Sep 2022 5:33pm)
  • Just a tip with Uber since I have used them a few times and I live in the city. They like to say vehicles are “5 mins away” but in most cases, this never happens for me. When you confirm the ride, it takes ages as they’re trying to find you a driver after. I once waited 30 mins, so if you can, pre-book it. by therealtangaroo (Mon 26th Sep 2022 10:51pm)
  • I tend to go to iCafe (they have one in Merchant City and one in the West End), or Offshore Cafe (West End). I've also seen people working from the Black Sheep Coffee in Sauchiehall Street. by therealtangaroo (Thu 29th Sep 2022 9:41pm)
  • Oaka has decent hot food for about 5-8 pounds depending on the size of the bowl you go for. Katsu also does lunch deals for £7 if you go between 12-3pm. Bloc+ also does daily lunch deals that are under £5. If you’re into your healthy foods, kcal does 50% off full priced pancakes before 12pm. by therealtangaroo (Mon 3rd Oct 2022 7:23pm)
  • Second this. And the old guy there is always very friendly! by therealtangaroo (Tue 11th Oct 2022 11:57pm)
  • I used to always go to the Cathouse with my friends and we always had an amazing time. by therealtangaroo (Wed 26th Oct 2022 8:53pm)
  • 158 each month but it’s a new built, about 30 ish flats and it covers all the insurance, cleaning, bins, repairs, gardening and maintenance of all the shared facilities as well. by therealtangaroo (Thu 27th Oct 2022 9:20pm)
  • I walked by it just a few days ago - it was all open, massive queues in there at the counter. by therealtangaroo (Thu 10th Nov 2022 8:29pm)
  • Sarti's on Wellington/Bath street, hands down. by therealtangaroo (Thu 10th Nov 2022 8:26pm)
  • Big fan of the Citizen, it's got a lovely classy interior and a nice selection of drinks. If you didn't know, it used to be where newspapers were printed - loved that about the place. by therealtangaroo (Sun 13th Nov 2022 10:33pm)
  • Piece (next to Paesano) is great for a good full sandwich filled to the brim and it’s just a fiver I think! by therealtangaroo (Wed 16th Nov 2022 12:29am)
  • I’ve heard really good things about Inkvisible - a couple of my friends went there and mentioned the service was brilliant. by therealtangaroo (Sun 27th Nov 2022 7:31pm)
  • If you're there longer than 2 hours or so, they tend to ask you to buy a day pass and you're free to stay there all day, it's £15. by therealtangaroo (Sun 11th Dec 2022 10:42pm)
  • Used to be the place my friends and I went to every year but tickets do sell fast because it’s always such an awesome experience at Catty 😁 by therealtangaroo (Wed 21st Dec 2022 9:45pm)
  • Had a nose piercing done there and the woman used a gun. What was even better after was she left the gun dangling from my nose for minutes whilst scrambling to find the piercing. Big nopes. by therealtangaroo (Sun 1st Jan 2023 4:06pm)
  • Citizen M has a very nice open cafe/co-working space area with tables, chargers and comfy seats, as well as a section with desks and printers. Last time I asked last year, it was £15 a day. by therealtangaroo (Mon 16th Jan 2023 8:31pm)
  • I get my contact lens online from Lenstore but that’s because I know my prescription and details. by therealtangaroo (Tue 17th Jan 2023 8:32pm)
  • Would also recommend this place, had a few friends who went there and said the service was amazing 😬 by therealtangaroo (Fri 3rd Feb 2023 2:49pm)
  • Thanks! Will check that out and drop them a message! by therealtangaroo (Mon 6th Mar 2023 11:39pm)
  • Thank you! Will drop them a message! by therealtangaroo (Mon 6th Mar 2023 11:39pm)
  • Thanks for the recommendation, will drop her a message! by therealtangaroo (Mon 6th Mar 2023 11:40pm)
  • Just adding to what others have mentioned. My boyfriend and I recently moved back to Glasgow and bought a place last year. I had a full time UK job but was on a visa tied to him and he was a freelancer. We both were in Berlin prior to Glasgow so we didn’t have much credit history. The bank needed a 20% deposit from us. by therealtangaroo (Sat 11th Mar 2023 12:00am)
  • Us vs Them have also recently opened up their second store on Sauchiehall Street. by therealtangaroo (Tue 4th Apr 2023 10:32pm)
  • My boyfriend and I are taking his gran out for her birthday too, bit of something different but maybe you might want to check the candlelight concerts in Glasgow? It’s lovely and isn’t too long - about an hour ish. by therealtangaroo (Sun 9th Apr 2023 12:14am)
  • The Tall Ship was a great venue :) Headed to Oran Mor next week to give that location a go. by therealtangaroo (Sun 9th Apr 2023 5:06pm)
  • I spend about £200 a month at Marks and Spencer's just for myself though I also do follow a low carb diet so on most days, it's a very light breakfast, lunch and heavier dinner otherwise I can imagine that monthly shop being much higher. In general, M&S is definitely pricer but I think if you're smart about what you purchased, you can get a decent amount of great quality food without having to break the bank :) by therealtangaroo (Mon 24th Apr 2023 1:04pm)
  • It's all about planning your meals ahead. I do have a strict diet so it's always the same foods for me which probably makes it a bit easier. For example, to make up for the lack of carbs, I bulk up on plenty of veg which I get a mix of fresh and frozen i.e: 90p for frozen sweet corn, £2.20 for a huge bag of spinach and £1.10 for a bag of kale, 50p for courgettes :) The big chunk of the money is spent on meat and fish. For example, they've bumped up the prices of chicken now to a ridiculous amount so I've switched to Turkey breast which is £3 instead of £4.50. If you've got the time and can pop in and out, they tend to have quite a couple of items always with yellow stickers so they're reduced in price but usually still good for a day or two :) by therealtangaroo (Mon 24th Apr 2023 1:19pm)
  • If you aren't fussy bout what you eat - reduced items are always a thing at supermarkets, you just got to find that wee section hidden away somewhere. I also tend to use the app To Good To Go now and then, it's a place where you can buy heavily discounted meals from restaurants that couldn't sell all their food for that day but need to get rid of it i.e: Bar Burrito, Pret, Yo Sushi, cafes, etc. For example, a £12 dinner at Pret could be reduced to £3 but it's a surprise each time so you don't know what you'd end up with. by therealtangaroo (Mon 24th Apr 2023 1:21pm)
  • I'm working fully remotely from home, but for a Danish company. If you're looking for fully remote work - look outside of the Glasgow or even the UK, you're not bound to a location. Depends on what industry and role you're looking for, but there's plenty of tech companies in Europe that are open to remote work. by therealtangaroo (Mon 15th May 2023 1:50pm)
  • Female here. I do 5/6 days of yoga a week, mostly Ashtanga with a mix of strong Vinyassa now and then - contrary to what everyone thinks ("you just lie down and stretch"), it's a very physical form of yoga that helps build strength, balance and flexibility. My yoga teacher usually recommends strength training on the side to help with the practice as well. I used to do weights and core exercise in the past, but not to bulk up, but mostly to build endurance and tone. Ultimately, it depends on what you're looking to work on or achieve and it's just about finding the right type of exercise that suits that. If you're looking for an awesome, welcoming yoga studio for all types of levels, MCY is the one I go to and it's fantastic. It's got plenty of beginners but also plenty of stuff to challenge people who are further along their practice. by therealtangaroo (Tue 8th Aug 2023 3:29pm)
  • Spitfire Espresso, Kaffeteria, Laboratorio Espresso and Us vs Them are my usual places to go to. by therealtangaroo (Sat 12th Aug 2023 4:42pm)
  • McGhee and Daughters - Nicola was incredible, got my two walls painted perfectly within a day and reasonably priced. https://mcgheeanddaughters.com by therealtangaroo (Mon 14th Aug 2023 11:53pm)
  • Depends on what type of massage your'e looking for but I always go to Tiger Lily Spa on West Regent Street because they do amazing Thai massages with a firm pressure that I'm mostly used to! by therealtangaroo (Tue 15th Aug 2023 3:17pm)
  • They do relaxing massages too - quite a few options from Thai, Swedish to others with hot stones, bamboo, etc. by therealtangaroo (Tue 15th Aug 2023 4:26pm)