I used to live in the U.K, when i was married to a Brit. I did not get my citizenship due to cost. I'm so upset. I would do anything to get back and applied for a Nurse Associate back in May. I feel gutted.
Don’t beat yourself up, we all do things to save $ that in the long run costs more! 😂 Hopefully you can come back as the NHS certainly needs nursing help.
Tessa, I’ve mentioned in past postings my desire to retire to the country hoping to find a detached single-family home in or at least near East Anglia where I’ll likely spend the majority of my time as my family had a long history there I wish to explore. I currently own a home I’d need to sell and I seem to fit into the $300,000 pound range you described but noted they were all attached homes in city or suburbs. Have you done or could i suggest a future video for the “escape to the country” crowd? Thank you! Although I would consider a lease over a preferred purchase of a home, to do that I would need to check if I would still be eligible for the US Veterans VA loan guarantee which coverage offers 0 down payment options… In the past, I recall a time when there was a lot of US/UK intermarriage going on among the posh society in order for them to retain their family homes and possessions due to war and changing values. If there is a return to that concept, as it appears to be progressing, as a 62 year old retiree in good health and finances, that may actually work best for me and my situation as it is another aspect of the equation that has prevented me from acting. Perhaps that is another topic for possible discussion?
Appreciate your suggestions for topics! I’m not sure what you’re referencing re the VA loan as that wouldn’t be something you could use here in the UK. But I am very pro leasing until you are sure that you are in a spot you want to be in long-term because the buying process here is so lengthy!
There’s so many factors that go into car insurance… Although I will say I couldn’t get a quote until I actually gave them a car to quote on! Also, if you’re coming from the US, you want to bring proof of no claims, to get what they call a no claims bonus here to get a reduced rate.
@@HipOverFifty Thanks so much, N.C.B. would have been my next question, I've been stateside for almost 50 year's, I've only had one minor accident in all those years around 20 year ago, I would be hoping I could qualify for No Claims Bonus, no tickets either touch wood, Funnily a CRV in the 2017 age group would be in my price range. Thanks so much for your reply.
@@HipOverFifty I think Brits need a license plate number and maybe a VIN to identify the model, engine size transmission and options the car has to rate its value, so its is hard to judge ahead of time what my cost would be, As you know in the states they are not so particular about engine size just your sticker price / cost.
I know lots of Brits moan about the BBC and the cost of a TV Licence, its always bothered people in the past and even more so now, but compared to watching TV in the states it looks a bargain, here basic TV costs $125 a month, that's $1500 a year or $15.000 over a ten year period if the price does not increase and we all know it will, I look at the cost of everything over a ten years span to judge whether its a worthwhile purchase. T.B.H. TV is rubbish here, its why I spend more time watching You tube, Britbox and Amazon Prime, those are in addition to the cost of the cable TV.
@@HipOverFifty T.B.H. Prime Britbox and Freeview would be what I think Id need, I'm not into sports so I think I could save some real money there, Thanks again.
When you say you can stay only six months at a time, do you mean per calandar year, or could you stay six months, leave for a week or two, and then return for another six months? Thank you.
Its only six months per year, after that you need a visa. Its the same in the EU. Therefore you could have two properties and move between them but you would have to make sure you had your passport stamped or could end up with problems with immigration.
@@HipOverFifty If you return after a short trip there is a high probability that you will be refused entry. It is likely that you will then find it difficult and maybe expensive to get in latter.
Great video. You state that right to rent is limited. Does this mean an American who would like to stay up to six months has no options to rent except staying in hotels or Airbnbs?
That’s correct. A non citizen can only rent through short term platforms like Airbnb, and rules out going through a “high street” estate agent who handle long term rentals.
Nice and clearly set out guide to living costs in the UK Tessa. Hope you are continuing to enjoy living back here in Old Blighty!
Thanks for that. Yes it’s still a beautiful place IMO… especially when the sun shines! 😆
I loved the break downs in the video of how much things cost.❤
Glad you liked it!!
Many people in the UK have cars that they only drive a couple times a week. Maybe to go shopping or drive out into the countryside.
I used to live in the U.K, when i was married to a Brit. I did not get my citizenship due to cost. I'm so upset. I would do anything to get back and applied for a Nurse Associate back in May. I feel gutted.
Don’t beat yourself up, we all do things to save $ that in the long run costs more! 😂 Hopefully you can come back as the NHS certainly needs nursing help.
We brought our 3 bed house 1 bath in Blackpool for 97k. True, it needed work to update it. We believe it is now worth around 130k.
That’s one of the best feelings when you know your home has appreciated even if a little, isn’t it!
@@HipOverFifty it truly is.
Tessa, I’ve mentioned in past postings my desire to retire to the country hoping to find a detached single-family home in or at least near East Anglia where I’ll likely spend the majority of my time as my family had a long history there I wish to explore.
I currently own a home I’d need to sell and I seem to fit into the $300,000 pound range you described but noted they were all attached homes in city or suburbs. Have you done or could i suggest a future video for the “escape to the country” crowd? Thank you!
Although I would consider a lease over a preferred purchase of a home, to do that I would need to check if I would still be eligible for the US Veterans VA loan guarantee which coverage offers 0 down payment options…
In the past, I recall a time when there was a lot of US/UK intermarriage going on among the posh society in order for them to retain their family homes and possessions due to war and changing values.
If there is a return to that concept, as it appears to be progressing, as a 62 year old retiree in good health and finances, that may actually work best for me and my situation as it is another aspect of the equation that has prevented me from acting.
Perhaps that is another topic for possible discussion?
Appreciate your suggestions for topics! I’m not sure what you’re referencing re the VA loan as that wouldn’t be something you could use here in the UK.
But I am very pro leasing until you are sure that you are in a spot you want to be in long-term because the buying process here is so lengthy!
You think nationwide with the bird's eye view. Good service to England.
Thank you!
Id be interested in what kind of car you drive and the age to get more ideas about cost of insurance if that's not too personal to answer, thanks.
There’s so many factors that go into car insurance… Although I will say I couldn’t get a quote until I actually gave them a car to quote on! Also, if you’re coming from the US, you want to bring proof of no claims, to get what they call a no claims bonus here to get a reduced rate.
@@HipOverFifty Thanks so much, N.C.B. would have been my next question, I've been stateside for almost 50 year's, I've only had one minor accident in all those years around 20 year ago, I would be hoping I could qualify for No Claims Bonus, no tickets either touch wood, Funnily a CRV in the 2017 age group would be in my price range. Thanks so much for your reply.
@@HipOverFifty I think Brits need a license plate number and maybe a VIN to identify the model, engine size transmission and options the car has to rate its value, so its is hard to judge ahead of time what my cost would be, As you know in the states they are not so particular about engine size just your sticker price / cost.
I know lots of Brits moan about the BBC and the cost of a TV Licence, its always bothered people in the past and even more so now, but compared to watching TV in the states it looks a bargain, here basic TV costs $125 a month, that's $1500 a year or $15.000 over a ten year period if the price does not increase and we all know it will, I look at the cost of everything over a ten years span to judge whether its a worthwhile purchase.
T.B.H. TV is rubbish here, its why I spend more time watching You tube, Britbox and Amazon Prime, those are in addition to the cost of the cable TV.
And we have Freeview which is like basic cable - for free!
@@HipOverFifty T.B.H. Prime Britbox and Freeview would be what I think Id need, I'm not into sports so I think I could save some real money there, Thanks again.
When you say you can stay only six months at a time, do you mean per calandar year, or could you stay six months, leave for a week or two, and then return for another six months? Thank you.
You can stay for up to six months in one visit. So yes, you can leave and come back.
Its only six months per year, after that you need a visa. Its the same in the EU. Therefore you could have two properties and move between them but you would have to make sure you had your passport stamped or could end up with problems with immigration.
@@johnclements6614 that is incorrect. It is NOT 6 months in a year. It's not the same as the EU 90/180 days. Which is what makes it so unique!
@@HipOverFifty If you return after a short trip there is a high probability that you will be refused entry. It is likely that you will then find it difficult and maybe expensive to get in latter.
Great research Tess, it certainly isn't a cheap place to live anyway, and it'll likely get worse in the next 6 months with Two Tier Kier in charge
Thank you know, it’s not cheap but as you may have heard, I think it’s more expensive in the US now so we’re not doing too badly!
@@HipOverFifty America is extremely expensive, $6 for a decent loaf that was half that three years ago.
Can foreigners purchase senior apartments? At what age is considered for senior for this purpose?
Yes a foreigner can buy property so don’t see why not a retirement property.
55 in some but I think 60 is the norm.
Great video. You state that right to rent is limited. Does this mean an American who would like to stay up to six months has no options to rent except staying in hotels or Airbnbs?
Or buying a property with all the expense of that. It could be an option if you want to return or friends and family want to use it.
That’s correct. A non citizen can only rent through short term platforms like Airbnb, and rules out going through a “high street” estate agent who handle long term rentals.
@@HipOverFifty Thanks!