gdj67
11 Dec 2007
UK, Ireland / Polish Nights in the UK [29]
Where in Glasgow Bubba? The only one I know is once a month at Tiger Tiger.........
Where in Glasgow Bubba? The only one I know is once a month at Tiger Tiger.........
gdj67
11 Dec 2007
Real Estate / Deals available from Polish property developers [40]
To answer your question, the developers are getting nervous. They are finding it harder and harder to sell of plan.
Not surprising really - You just have to look at all the developments in Mokotów and Wilonow that are still under construction or planned. There are far to many for the market to sustain the prices they are asking.
Have a look at some of the property sites - you can find numerous properties in these new developments that are nearing completion being of loaded by naive investors that thought they would make a quick buck. In fact you can pick up a 2 bed flat for about 2/3 of the price that the developers were asking this time last year.
Buying this way also means you donot have to pay the rediculous 'staged payments' every few months that most developers want between putting down a deposit and final completition.
Just be careful and do your homework.
G
To answer your question, the developers are getting nervous. They are finding it harder and harder to sell of plan.
Not surprising really - You just have to look at all the developments in Mokotów and Wilonow that are still under construction or planned. There are far to many for the market to sustain the prices they are asking.
Have a look at some of the property sites - you can find numerous properties in these new developments that are nearing completion being of loaded by naive investors that thought they would make a quick buck. In fact you can pick up a 2 bed flat for about 2/3 of the price that the developers were asking this time last year.
Buying this way also means you donot have to pay the rediculous 'staged payments' every few months that most developers want between putting down a deposit and final completition.
Just be careful and do your homework.
G
gdj67
10 Dec 2007
gdj67
9 Dec 2007
Travel / Warsaw, Poland - hotel recommendations? [30]
Rialto - Without question the best hotel in Warsaw.
Rialto - Without question the best hotel in Warsaw.
gdj67
6 Dec 2007
News / The most useless things in Poland [140]
I'm afraid that's a pretty unfair generalisation. The new developments, both residential and commercial, that I've seen recently are of a far better quality, in terms of workmanship, than here in the uk. (The standard of design is a completely differnt matter. But I would say that wouldn't I)!
The 'Socialist Realist' architecture and it's build quality, thrown up quickly under the Communist regime, however is, I agree, very poor. But this will undoubtedly improve over the coming years as buildings are refurbished and the public's expectations and demands increase.
Just my 2p worth.
G
............shortcommings in Polish building techniques
I'm afraid that's a pretty unfair generalisation. The new developments, both residential and commercial, that I've seen recently are of a far better quality, in terms of workmanship, than here in the uk. (The standard of design is a completely differnt matter. But I would say that wouldn't I)!
The 'Socialist Realist' architecture and it's build quality, thrown up quickly under the Communist regime, however is, I agree, very poor. But this will undoubtedly improve over the coming years as buildings are refurbished and the public's expectations and demands increase.
Just my 2p worth.
G
gdj67
6 Dec 2007
Life / Is drinking water in Poland good? [96]
Woda?.................... stick to Wodka to be on the safe side.
Woda?.................... stick to Wodka to be on the safe side.
gdj67
5 Dec 2007
Language / More Polish Language Video Clips [22]
Each to there own babe, but alot of people actually find these really helpful. So unless you have something useful to say, could you keep your childish rants to yourself.
You're acting like the school prat that was always disrupting the class just to get attention.................or is that to close to the truth for you?
I'm not interested in doing stupid movies
Each to there own babe, but alot of people actually find these really helpful. So unless you have something useful to say, could you keep your childish rants to yourself.
You're acting like the school prat that was always disrupting the class just to get attention.................or is that to close to the truth for you?
gdj67
4 Dec 2007
Real Estate / "Forma własności: hipoteczne" - why is this on a property schedule? [22]
That may be true inkrakow and I appreciate your input, but I would be a little nervous about the implications when the time comes to sell. Is it liable to put people off or have an adverse affect on the future value for example. Especially if the market develops more along the lines of western european countries where title to the actual apartment (rather than a share of the building) is the norm.
The very fact that it is making me nervous, proves the point somewhat.
G
I think that it's pretty much irrelevant whether the ownership is hipoteczne or "spółdzielcze własnościowe" (where you have a share in the whole building and the land)
That may be true inkrakow and I appreciate your input, but I would be a little nervous about the implications when the time comes to sell. Is it liable to put people off or have an adverse affect on the future value for example. Especially if the market develops more along the lines of western european countries where title to the actual apartment (rather than a share of the building) is the norm.
The very fact that it is making me nervous, proves the point somewhat.
G
gdj67
4 Dec 2007
Real Estate / "Forma własności: hipoteczne" - why is this on a property schedule? [22]
I appreciate the comments from everyone.
- This appears to be the most important point, which I would have taken for granted. Just goes to show you should never assume anything.
Thanks again,
Gary
I appreciate the comments from everyone.
it means that the property has its own deeds (Ksiega Wieczysta).
- This appears to be the most important point, which I would have taken for granted. Just goes to show you should never assume anything.
Thanks again,
Gary
gdj67
3 Dec 2007
Real Estate / Polish DIY information [14]
It's in my profile - I'm an Architect. I work in UK and Poland.
You can PM me if you are serious.
G
It's in my profile - I'm an Architect. I work in UK and Poland.
You can PM me if you are serious.
G
gdj67
3 Dec 2007
Real Estate / Polish DIY information [14]
is it only diy market you are interested in, or do us professionals get to specify your mystery product?
G
is it only diy market you are interested in, or do us professionals get to specify your mystery product?
G
gdj67
3 Dec 2007
Real Estate / Polish DIY information [14]
In my experience, you get what you pay for - especially in the construction game. If you are really serious about entering the Polish market, I'd suggest visiting the country to get a feel for where the market is, what the competition is and to understand what 'middle class' actually means in the local context.
But good luck anyway.
G
save on remodeling costs
In my experience, you get what you pay for - especially in the construction game. If you are really serious about entering the Polish market, I'd suggest visiting the country to get a feel for where the market is, what the competition is and to understand what 'middle class' actually means in the local context.
But good luck anyway.
G
gdj67
3 Dec 2007
Real Estate / Polish DIY information [14]
What are you advertising? ie are you a munfacturer or an agent for many products?
What are you advertising? ie are you a munfacturer or an agent for many products?
gdj67
3 Dec 2007
gdj67
3 Dec 2007
Real Estate / Polish DIY information [14]
If it remodelling and involves any structural work then seek professional advice from an architect.
If it's just decoration, there are plenty of magazines - just go into your local Empik.
If you explain a little about what you are thinking of doing I will be able to give you more advise.
Gary
If it remodelling and involves any structural work then seek professional advice from an architect.
If it's just decoration, there are plenty of magazines - just go into your local Empik.
If you explain a little about what you are thinking of doing I will be able to give you more advise.
Gary
gdj67
3 Dec 2007
Real Estate / "Forma własności: hipoteczne" - why is this on a property schedule? [22]
Thanks Andy,
Very helpful.
G
Thanks Andy,
Very helpful.
G
gdj67
3 Dec 2007
Real Estate / "Forma własności: hipoteczne" - why is this on a property schedule? [22]
From my experience, and I've bought many properties, in Britian, yes you have to use a solicitor. You would be a fool not to and I doubt it's possible not to in the UK.
I could be wrong, but the title deeds for a property are incredibly complicated so you need legal advice.
But this still doesn't answer the question about why it is of any relivance wether the owner has a mortgage or not. Unless property laws in Poland are different and mean that if someone has a morgage then they don't have title to the property. In that case, they are surely not legally entitled to sell?
Still confused.
G
Thanks Grzegorz
I'll get my Polish partner to translate it for me :)
From my experience, and I've bought many properties, in Britian, yes you have to use a solicitor. You would be a fool not to and I doubt it's possible not to in the UK.
I could be wrong, but the title deeds for a property are incredibly complicated so you need legal advice.
But this still doesn't answer the question about why it is of any relivance wether the owner has a mortgage or not. Unless property laws in Poland are different and mean that if someone has a morgage then they don't have title to the property. In that case, they are surely not legally entitled to sell?
Still confused.
G
Thanks Grzegorz
I'll get my Polish partner to translate it for me :)
gdj67
3 Dec 2007
Real Estate / "Forma własności: hipoteczne" - why is this on a property schedule? [22]
I am sorry, I don't understand what this would have to do with me as a buyer?
If the owner has a mortgage on the property then when they sell, they use the proceeds from the sale to clear any outstanding debt.
In Britian, this is done buy the solicitors before the money actually gets into the owners bank account so that they don't run off with the money.
...........or is it different in Poland?
of course it does as in a way it clouds the title.
I am sorry, I don't understand what this would have to do with me as a buyer?
If the owner has a mortgage on the property then when they sell, they use the proceeds from the sale to clear any outstanding debt.
In Britian, this is done buy the solicitors before the money actually gets into the owners bank account so that they don't run off with the money.
...........or is it different in Poland?
gdj67
3 Dec 2007
Real Estate / "Forma własności: hipoteczne" - why is this on a property schedule? [22]
On a schedule of a property I am looking at has the phrase:
"Forma własności: hipoteczne" which I believe means: "form of ownership: mortgage"
I don't understand why this is stated on the schedule, as the owners fanancial arrangements shouldn't have any bearing on the property. Confussed :(
Gary
Ok glowa, thanks for your help.
I'll ask on the property threads.
G
On a schedule of a property I am looking at has the phrase:
"Forma własności: hipoteczne" which I believe means: "form of ownership: mortgage"
I don't understand why this is stated on the schedule, as the owners fanancial arrangements shouldn't have any bearing on the property. Confussed :(
Gary
Ok glowa, thanks for your help.
I'll ask on the property threads.
G
gdj67
3 Dec 2007
Real Estate / "Forma własności: hipoteczne" - why is this on a property schedule? [22]
Sorry, I didn't make that clear.
What I need translating is: "Forma własności: hipoteczne"
I it means "form of ownership: mortgage" I don't understand why this is stated on the schedule, as the owners fanancial arrangements shouldn't have any bearing on the property. Confussed :(
Gary
Sorry, I didn't make that clear.
What I need translating is: "Forma własności: hipoteczne"
I it means "form of ownership: mortgage" I don't understand why this is stated on the schedule, as the owners fanancial arrangements shouldn't have any bearing on the property. Confussed :(
Gary
gdj67
3 Dec 2007
Real Estate / "Forma własności: hipoteczne" - why is this on a property schedule? [22]
This is from a property schedule. Can anyone help with a translation into English.
I think it has something to do with the owner's existing funding arrangements, ie they have a mortgage, but don't understand why that needs to be on a schedule?
Any help appreciated.
Thanks,
Gary
This is from a property schedule. Can anyone help with a translation into English.
I think it has something to do with the owner's existing funding arrangements, ie they have a mortgage, but don't understand why that needs to be on a schedule?
Any help appreciated.
Thanks,
Gary
gdj67
2 Dec 2007
Life / Polish Crosses? [7]
Have absolutely no idea. I guess it depends on which cross you are looking for. They all have different meanings and symbolism.
Try wikipedia, if you don't get the answer here :)
G
Have absolutely no idea. I guess it depends on which cross you are looking for. They all have different meanings and symbolism.
Try wikipedia, if you don't get the answer here :)
G
gdj67
2 Dec 2007
Life / Polish Crosses? [7]
There's plenty on google: images.google.co.uk/images?hl=en&q=polish%20cross
Or try Fickr
There's plenty on google: images.google.co.uk/images?hl=en&q=polish%20cross
Or try Fickr
gdj67
1 Dec 2007
Work / My Polish Teacher's attitude [19]
eeer how shall I put this politely - BOLLOCKS!
Polish people don't like Romanians. They see them as extra competition in a time when the labour market is completely dominated by polish immigrants
eeer how shall I put this politely - BOLLOCKS!
gdj67
1 Dec 2007
News / The most useless things in Poland [140]
Actually no - If you look at the replies, from what I can make out, they mostly come from people that have a genuine interest and affinity with Poland. If you ignore 'noimmigration', I don't see any 'hate' in this thread, just factual observation, admittedly exaggerated sometimes, but more or less on the money.
You could have a similar thread 'The most useless things in Britian' and you'd get a whole load of replies. There are many useless things in this country, but it doesn't mean I 'hate' it. In fact, if everything was perfect, things would get pretty boring.
For example - Etudia, has to be one of the worst terminals in Europe, but I quite like the place, it has a certain character that I am sure I will miss if they ever get around to openning T2! It's still a useless Terminal though.
So NO, don't merge this thread, just don't feed the trolls ;)
Gary
..............and, they don't have a name day for 'Gary' gutted!
Actually no - If you look at the replies, from what I can make out, they mostly come from people that have a genuine interest and affinity with Poland. If you ignore 'noimmigration', I don't see any 'hate' in this thread, just factual observation, admittedly exaggerated sometimes, but more or less on the money.
You could have a similar thread 'The most useless things in Britian' and you'd get a whole load of replies. There are many useless things in this country, but it doesn't mean I 'hate' it. In fact, if everything was perfect, things would get pretty boring.
For example - Etudia, has to be one of the worst terminals in Europe, but I quite like the place, it has a certain character that I am sure I will miss if they ever get around to openning T2! It's still a useless Terminal though.
So NO, don't merge this thread, just don't feed the trolls ;)
Gary
..............and, they don't have a name day for 'Gary' gutted!
gdj67
1 Dec 2007
News / The most useless things in Poland [140]
The price of wine in Wasaw restaurants - Instead of going out for a meal, the reality is that you are going out for a bottle of wine or two, with the food thrown in for a fraction of the price!
The price of wine in Wasaw restaurants - Instead of going out for a meal, the reality is that you are going out for a bottle of wine or two, with the food thrown in for a fraction of the price!
gdj67
1 Dec 2007
Travel / Warsaw's Best - mini travel guide [4]
- I wouldn't know, I tend to stay away from the old town - too many tourists and rip off joints, though you are probably right that that would be the place to seek out galleries. Might give it a try next time. thx.
Gary
nothing in stare miasto?
- I wouldn't know, I tend to stay away from the old town - too many tourists and rip off joints, though you are probably right that that would be the place to seek out galleries. Might give it a try next time. thx.
Gary
gdj67
1 Dec 2007
Travel / Warsaw's Best - mini travel guide [4]
Since we've all been picking at the worst things in Poland, I thought it only far to highlight some of the good things, but to simplify things I'll we stick to Warszawa in this post, as it's the city I know best ;)
The best hotel: Without Question - The Rialto.
The best hostel: Not really a hostel, but Hotel Atos in Sadyba is just as cheap and great value. Tram stop right outside the entrance, so your in the centre in 15 mins.
The best restaurant: Belvedere - simply jaw dropping interior, and the food is always first class. Expensive by Warsaw standards, but worth every penny for a special romantic occasion
The best bistro/cafe: Too many to choose from.........
The best Polish restaurant: Tradycja Restauracja Polska
The best kid-friendly place: Blue Cactus - Mexicain restaurant that goes out of its way to entertain your little monsters. The food's not bad either.
The best Sunday breakfast/brunch: The little cafe in The Cenre for Contemporary Art in £azienki Park.
The best unique Warsaw bar: not found it yet!
The best place to drink outdoors: Don't know the name, but there's a bar/restaurant in the middle of Pole Mokotowskie that has a great bbq.
The best style bar: Downstairs at Papaya on ul. Foksal
The best attraction: £azienki - and the peacocks.
The best sports facilities: Not had time for that yet, but the gym/spa on the roof of Rialto is quite good, more for relaxing than exercising!
The best small independent gallery: Not found any of significance, ....help appreciated.
The best museum: Terribly designed layout, but for sheer poignancy - The Warsaw Uprising Museum.
The best night club: Foksal 19 - bloody expensive drinks though!
Feel free to add to the list.
Cheers,
Gary
Since we've all been picking at the worst things in Poland, I thought it only far to highlight some of the good things, but to simplify things I'll we stick to Warszawa in this post, as it's the city I know best ;)
The best hotel: Without Question - The Rialto.
The best hostel: Not really a hostel, but Hotel Atos in Sadyba is just as cheap and great value. Tram stop right outside the entrance, so your in the centre in 15 mins.
The best restaurant: Belvedere - simply jaw dropping interior, and the food is always first class. Expensive by Warsaw standards, but worth every penny for a special romantic occasion
The best bistro/cafe: Too many to choose from.........
The best Polish restaurant: Tradycja Restauracja Polska
The best kid-friendly place: Blue Cactus - Mexicain restaurant that goes out of its way to entertain your little monsters. The food's not bad either.
The best Sunday breakfast/brunch: The little cafe in The Cenre for Contemporary Art in £azienki Park.
The best unique Warsaw bar: not found it yet!
The best place to drink outdoors: Don't know the name, but there's a bar/restaurant in the middle of Pole Mokotowskie that has a great bbq.
The best style bar: Downstairs at Papaya on ul. Foksal
The best attraction: £azienki - and the peacocks.
The best sports facilities: Not had time for that yet, but the gym/spa on the roof of Rialto is quite good, more for relaxing than exercising!
The best small independent gallery: Not found any of significance, ....help appreciated.
The best museum: Terribly designed layout, but for sheer poignancy - The Warsaw Uprising Museum.
The best night club: Foksal 19 - bloody expensive drinks though!
Feel free to add to the list.
Cheers,
Gary
gdj67
1 Dec 2007
News / The most useless things in Poland [140]
Zebra crossings - They only seem to put them 2 metres from the exit of every roundabout or traffic junction. Even the junctions with traffic lights which causes complete havoc!
Zebra crossings - They only seem to put them 2 metres from the exit of every roundabout or traffic junction. Even the junctions with traffic lights which causes complete havoc!
gdj67
1 Dec 2007
Language / More Polish Language Video Clips [22]
- another mistake, the correct expression is: "Thank you, that would be really appreciated ;)
G
Do this!
- another mistake, the correct expression is: "Thank you, that would be really appreciated ;)
G