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Latest post on 12 December 2013 - 12:45
Thanks @sarahlou123 and @SunDevil for the replies. I e-mailed the Lawyer. Informed her about how nothing is getting resolved, their poor communication and my plan to file a complaint to the RC. This is my final warning to them if they don't really want to talk about this situation amicably, then off to RC. As I said, my documents and 3.5% fee are ready. Some things are inside my head and I need your opinion: 1- What to wear during the hearing with the Landlord. Should it be very formal? Or is Smart Casual acceptable? 2 - What if I don't win? I'm confident with my case. And sure I will win this, IF we stick to the LAW. But still, I wanna know if things don't go my way. 3 - Will it backfire? IF I win the case, what if my Landlord makes my life miserable because I'm staying in his apartment. Like, what if I need major maintenance? 4 - If they say you need 3 copies of each document, do they mean, 3 copies + original? Just making sure. 5 - What if the Landlord tries to negotiate and I've filed my case already. Can I get back the 3.5% fee? That's it so far... TIA :-) As it is a government office I would wear a trouser suit with a blouse. Navy or black The LL could make your life miserable and I doubt you could do anything about major maintenance but I suppose it is if anything major does happen I am not sure about the fee but ask when you go I have a feeling you will win, 2 people I know plus a poster on here went through a similar thing and one. They have to go by the law which is on your side Good Luck!!!
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Latest post on 12 December 2013 - 12:44
Thanks @sarahlou123 and @SunDevil for the replies. I e-mailed the Lawyer. Informed her about how nothing is getting resolved, their poor communication and my plan to file a complaint to the RC. This is my final warning to them if they don't really want to talk about this situation amicably, then off to RC. As I said, my documents and 3.5% fee are ready. Some things are inside my head and I need your opinion: 1- What to wear during the hearing with the Landlord. Should it be very formal? Or is Smart Casual acceptable? 2 - What if I don't win? I'm confident with my case. And sure I will win this, IF we stick to the LAW. But still, I wanna know if things don't go my way. 3 - Will it backfire? IF I win the case, what if my Landlord makes my life miserable because I'm staying in his apartment. Like, what if I need major maintenance? 4 - If they say you need 3 copies of each document, do they mean, 3 copies + original? Just making sure. 5 - What if the Landlord tries to negotiate and I've filed my case already. Can I get back the 3.5% fee? That's it so far... TIA :-) As it is a government office I would wear a trouser suit with a blouse. Navy or black The LL could make your life miserable and I doubt you could do anything about major maintenance but I suppose it is if anything major does happen I am not sure about the fee but ask when you go Good Luck!!!
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Latest post on 12 December 2013 - 12:40
There is an Ugg outlet in Dubai Mall in the new fancy shoe area opposite Paul cafe, they have a small selection.
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 17:14
Hello everyone. . I'm travelling to Europe this winter.. nowhere snowy.. but temoeratures are between5-7 degrees Celsius. . I need to find woolies for my kids.. nice warm jackets or coats for 6-7 year olds.. all I can find here are showy warm ones full of polyester. . any suggestions? Gap Zara Debenhams Mango Matalan M&S http://shop.mango.com/AE/mangokids/boys/jackets ( not much on there though) http://www.zara.com/ae/en/kids/boy-%282-14-years%29/coats-c269266.html Better selection and you can check if they have the product in store I priced their UK and UAE site and there isn't much difference at all edited by sarahlou123 on 11/12/2013 <em>edited by sarahlou123 on 11/12/2013</em>
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 17:05
Thanks ladies, I just completely rewrote my cover letter , customised and sent it out. The job advertised on he business council was for a german speaker but I send my resume anyway, u never know I guess. I also sent a few other letters out that I found on the links below… Feeling a bit more positive, just hope the employers will see past the exact compatibility and go for enthusiasm and willingness to work and learn. I have over 100 cover letters. One for every job I have applied for out here and none are identical. Geordie I'll hopefully be in touch in the New Year when it usually picks up
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 16:44
Correct. 12 months' notice to evict and he should have told you of the rent increase over 90 days from the date of your renewal and even then, he can only increase the rent as per Rent Index Guidelines. So he's missed the boat on the rent increase - hence your rent should stay the same at the renewal of contract. But he can still issue you with an eviction notice for 12 months' from when the notice is served. The notice needs to be served in writing, signed by a notary public and delivered by registered post (ie where you have to sign to demonstrate you've received it). Doesn't the eviction notice have to be for one of the 4 reasons though, he cannot just issue you with an eviction notice for the sake of it. All so confusing Yes he has to give one of the four reasons for eviction and prove it. My LL wanted me to write and say I was vacating in April 2014 as she is selling I said she had to give me 12 months notice as per the law however I have heard nothing since I know come Jan 2014 I will have to contact her again to see what is happening So far the apartment is still up for sales and no-one has been round to view for months I would be happy to give her 12 months however I don't think she will try and play ball so off to the RC I will go.
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 16:42
We have just been served notice as the LL says that he wants to move back in. I am sceptical. And very keen to hear the outcome of Rowellian's RC date. - we could be following your footsteps! Also, any advice on how to demand proof from LL that they are indeed moving in? Ask him for it. Say it is required from the rent committee where you have sought advice on this matter.
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 16:38
I'm surprised Sarahlou123 was banned earlier, as I find her ever helpful and sensible like A Rancher ( no offence to others) I was banned because I work in a certain industry and was trying to help posters who were looking for work. As you know this isn't allowed and I was banned. I learnt my lesson on the naughty step :-)
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 16:37
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 16:34
Correct. 12 months' notice to evict and he should have told you of the rent increase over 90 days from the date of your renewal and even then, he can only increase the rent as per Rent Index Guidelines. So he's missed the boat on the rent increase - hence your rent should stay the same at the renewal of contract. But he can still issue you with an eviction notice for 12 months' from when the notice is served. The notice needs to be served in writing, signed by a notary public and delivered by registered post (ie where you have to sign to demonstrate you've received it). Doesn't the eviction notice have to be for one of the 4 reasons though, he cannot just issue you with an eviction notice for the sake of it. All so confusing
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 16:33
Sorry to piggy-back on this one.... We have just been served with 12 months notice as the landlord says he is intending on moving back in himself. I am sceptical. But is there a way I can demand 'proof' that he is indeed moving back in? I believe he has to prove that he has nowhere else to live. It seems like all LL are moving in/selling etc haha
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 15:17
Esp the one hour one if anyone knows of it?? I know where to buy st.tropez, xen tan etc etc but want this specific one. have googled the he'll out of it and can't find it anywhere!! Never seen it here I buy it at home in the UK It is one of my faves I use the self tan in the pink tube and will be stocking up on it when I go home for Xmas as have just run out <em>edited by sarahlou123 on 11/12/2013</em>
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 14:42
I have been banned 3 times but more to do with the job I do I haven't been banished to the naughty step for a very long time though ;-) edited by sarahlou123 on 11/12/2013 Are you willing to tell us your old name????? Hasn't changed :-) First name that is <em>edited by sarahlou123 on 11/12/2013</em>
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 14:40
There is one beneath the Ritz Carlton ( Cannot remember the name though) and a new one in Liberty House. B Blunt. I have had a blow dry done there and it was okay
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 14:38
I have been banned 3 times but more to do with the job I do I haven't been banished to the naughty step for a very long time though ;-) <em>edited by sarahlou123 on 11/12/2013</em>
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 14:37
no but if he does rent out as soon as they leave shouldn't the tennant be compensated? I was told by a friend ( He works for a big developer here) that if taken to the RC and the LL has rented it out within 2 years then the tenant is entitled to one years rent in compensation. Does it not clearly state that if the LL kicks a tenant out to sell then he cannot re-rent for a certain period of time?
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 12:23
Hello there ladies , anybody know where i can get some green and black cocoa powder? =) Lulus stock a lot of products that cannot be found in other supermarkets I haven't seen it but to be honest have never looked
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 12:21
Mmmm no kids so that's not a concern. Around 400 would be max with alcohol I know a few of them have bumped their prices up because it is Xmas Yalumba Westin Grand Grill have
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 12:12
Keep em coming!!!!!! Though let's also not forget budgeting sarahlou!!!! How much do you want to pay? :-) budgeting around 300 - 400 dhs incl. booze but still decent good for family/kids, I know its kind of fussy but it's festive month, with in laws in town we would go brunch for at least weekly until finish new year day :) With kids I don't know sorry. There have been some posts on here for kiddie friendly ones. You may have to use the Search Post above
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 11:49
Hi! I just scrapped my car while reversing (i feel REALLY stupid) and now there is a small dent of maybe 2 inches and not more. IS there a way to get it fixed without a report? Its a second car and i do not want to spent a lot of money on it! Drive round Al Quoz plenty of places there I pulled the bumper off mine a few months back and AAA fixed it for peanuts!
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 11:48
Keep em coming!!!!!! Though let's also not forget budgeting sarahlou!!!! How much do you want to pay? :-)
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 11:40
Dear Ladies, Any experience on which bank is good to deal with and less interest rate for personal loan?? I appreciate it. Thanks RAK Bank interest rates are quite high so avoid! Apart from that I don't know sorry
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 11:38
Update on my last post: The lawyer did not send me anything. Called her up and asked, "Why did you tell me, the email will be sent shortly when you did not have plans on sending me anything at all?!!" Anyway, I'm over it. Okay, so I've completed the necessary documents needed for filing a complaint in the Rent Committee. And plan to go there tomorrow morning. Do I need to inform the LL about this? They are really trying to be evasive about this case. Not wanting to talk to me on the phone, not sending me any e-mail. The lawyer is always "in a meeting" or "not at work". I don't even have an idea what they were trying to tell me last Thursday as communication with them is really non-existent. So, do I call the LL and tell him I'm headed for the RC tom? Or do I go ahead and do what I have to do? I would email him and inform him of what you are doing Keep a copy of the email as your proof as a call/text can't be proven Good Luck! <em>edited by sarahlou123 on 11/12/2013</em>
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 11:37
Can as many as possible just give a name or a few names of places where lots of Turkey, all the none Muslim stuff, stuffing, and all that jazz will be. Plans fell through this morning so help please Yalumba ( Lively) Westin Raffles Saffron ( Lively) Grand Grill at Habtoor in Marina
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 11:03
When I click on my username in a post it says number of posts I click on that and it shows every post I have commented in?? There are 61 pages :-) That's new! no, it's always been there You've always been able to click, but for me at least, I only saw the most recent 15-20 posts. We are special that's why ;-)
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:50
I have a similar case (black and silver) which I bought in Lifestyle about a year ago. They usually have a good selection You could also check Debenhams I also got mine from Lifestyle
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:49
I called them and apparently the fee is 90!!! Just for me. Why? I don't know. But I'm glad I have my tickets in my hot little hand. I chose the grand stand, coz I need a seat to sit on. Where did you get? I am not going I was setting it up for a colleague of mine Have a fab time!
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:29
When I click on my username in a post it says number of posts I click on that and it shows every post I have commented in?? There are 61 pages :-) That's new! ;-)
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:26
When I click on my username in a post it says number of posts I click on that and it shows every post I have commented in?? There are 61 pages :-)
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:24
my daughter hates plane rides so this trip I’m going to let her watch the iPad so she stays distracted. I need kid safe headphones (the volume control type) any recommendations where to get reasonable ones in Dubai? Have you tried Virgin Megastores in the Malls? I think that is where my friend bought her Sons from I don't know the price though sorry
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:22
The fact that someone took the time to go through 3337 threads and name me as the EW police :-) How is that even possible? Have you tried to use the search function? Only a page comes up if you click on a username, drives me nuts when i try to look up a recommendation i made in the past about a company. If you go online, your life is online, poster beware what you post. It says the amount of threads you have and you can click on the number and it brings up the threads :-)
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:21
Precisely, sounds like they don't really know either - bring back timeout tickets :) I know and Platinum list is booking fee free!
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:17
The fact that someone took the time to go through 3337 threads and name me as the EW police :-)
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:15
thanks SL, yes I will ph them. The lady was helpful however she couldn't explain why there was a AED65 booking fee per ticket haha yeah I bet she didn't! Admin fee - charging you to do your own online ticket purchase!! Go figure All she kept saying was i understand perfectly i.e please end the call as you have to pay it ;-)
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:11
thanks SL, yes I will ph them. The lady was helpful however she couldn't explain why there was a AED65 booking fee per ticket
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:11
and I learnt a new word today 'sychophantic'!! :) A.K.A remove tongue from bott** hahaha with some; only feet are visable. Hahahaha
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:09
and I learnt a new word today 'sychophantic'!! :) A.K.A remove tongue from bott** hahaha
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:07
Hahahaha love it!
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:07
me pls... already been banned once for no fault!! and can't be bothered to go through the registration process all over again! :) once??? love, when you are in double digits then start complaining..... LOL
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:05
Oh to be talked about LOL You were well talked about in our house when the SnS parcels started arriving ;) I thought my ears were burning ;-)
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:02
Oh to be talked about LOL
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 10:01
Thanks sarahlou. im still having problems, have entered the stage where you click continue to go through and pay for tickets, but it's giving the wrong price. mine are 795 each, times 2 = 1590. plus 65 x 2 (130) = 1720, however it's giving me a price of 1790. Whats up, do you have any idea? Never used ticketmaster before I had never used it before and I have no idea what the extra 70AED is for There is a contact button at the top perhaps call them as I had to and they answered quickly Good Luck!
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 09:27
All early bird have gone On the pre sale email you got from Flash or on the Ticket Master website click on Rolling Stones Click on which package you want Enter the code Flash sent you Click ok Click on amount of tickets you require Scroll down and click on look for tickets Scroll down click continue Click continue again under the bus icon ( Don't click on bus needed though) It then asks you to Log in and this will take you to the credit card page Bear in mind for each ticket you buy they will charge you an AED65 booking fee per ticket!!!
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Latest post on 11 December 2013 - 09:27
I signed up yesterday, first time ever, to buy my tickets, but it didn't save or actually request the credit card details. I had to just enter those when I went through to pay for the tickets. Thanks pollydxb1, but HOW did you 'go through to pay for the tickets'???? I can't seem to get there. I appreciate if you could help me :D Look at your other post Ginee :-) I have just posted how to do it <em>edited by sarahlou123 on 11/12/2013</em>
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Latest post on 10 December 2013 - 15:59
My mother and grandmother recently arrived in Dubai on their first flight with Emirates. Apart from my grandmothers seat not reclining, being unable to raise/lower the divider between the seats and the light not working they were not offered any afternoon tea prior to landing. Do Emirates no longer offer afternoon tea on daytime UK to Dubai flights? I have always been continually supplied with food/drink . I thought food was on tap in business class all day and night? Which airport did they fly in from?
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Latest post on 10 December 2013 - 15:57
My feeble attempt at humour has gone unnoticed. not by everyone !! lol Haha
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Latest post on 10 December 2013 - 11:03
I would be grateful if someone could recommend a good plastic surgeon, who could enlarge breasts which eventually would look completely natural. Most of the ones I have seen really show that they are been enlarged… I have also heard that this operation and the silicon that goes inside could cause cancer? Does anyone know if it's true? Any input is really appreciated! Thanks DR Khan did mine 3 years ago I was out of hospital the same day and went back to work with no pain medication after 2 days I had the implants under the muscle and they are not under my chin or fake looking at all He is expensive but one of the most recommended and best cosmetic surgeons in the region
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Latest post on 10 December 2013 - 09:19
Applicator tampons and dry shampoo. Top of my shopping list wherever I go. Makes for some "crazy lady" looks when turning up at the counter with a basketful of both. Judge away shop assistant, I have needs! We can get Dry Shampoo in Dubai Boots but it is sooo expensive I buy so much of it in the UK
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Latest post on 10 December 2013 - 09:18
Have discovered fine wrinkles under my eye and have decided to take a plunge into the retinol world. Can anyone recommend a good dermatologist who can assess and advise - am not inclined towards/ready for more advanced treatments like botox or fillers right now. Please help. Botox doesn't work on fine lines at all No idea on Retinol though
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