yuill family
English looking for information about Bulgaria
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Registration: 27 November 2014
Solar Heating Panels by yuill family
Hi everyone I would like to know if anyone has experience of having solar heating panels installed on their house. If you know anything about having used them in Bulgaria I would appreciate some information on what costs are involved I am ...
Hi, thanks so much for your reply. We have found a solution to the big bills in the winter. We put anti freeze in the central heating system, installed a thermostat which we set at a low temperature just to keep the water in the system flowing. This ... Read More
If Britain leaves the European Union. by TerryMMM
I've just listened to a BBC Radio Four programme about Brits living in Bulgaria which presented a very positive view of how we can move there for a better life and how we can help Bulgarian people and their economy too. However, some of the ...
Hi Bruce, I wouldn't worry too much, I am sure you will have a very relaxed life in Bulgaria, it is a lovely country.Stuff has a way of sorting itself and most things are solvable. Enjoy the adventure. Regards Sylvia Read More
If Britain leaves the European Union. by TerryMMM
I've just listened to a BBC Radio Four programme about Brits living in Bulgaria which presented a very positive view of how we can move there for a better life and how we can help Bulgarian people and their economy too. However, some of the ...
That's very good to know, I learn something everyday Read More
If Britain leaves the European Union. by TerryMMM
I've just listened to a BBC Radio Four programme about Brits living in Bulgaria which presented a very positive view of how we can move there for a better life and how we can help Bulgarian people and their economy too. However, some of the ...
Hi we also had to register as a company to buy the land and sudsequently build a house and like you we have had to pay an accountant to submit the necessary documents declaring no profit has been made on said company. This has to be done each year ... Read More
If Britain leaves the European Union. by TerryMMM
I've just listened to a BBC Radio Four programme about Brits living in Bulgaria which presented a very positive view of how we can move there for a better life and how we can help Bulgarian people and their economy too. However, some of the ...
Well, back to the question of how will coming out of the EU effect expats. I have to say I am following this debate far more closely than the staying in debate as I can't see a lot changing if we stay in. There are a number of serious issues for ... Read More
If Britain leaves the European Union. by TerryMMM
I've just listened to a BBC Radio Four programme about Brits living in Bulgaria which presented a very positive view of how we can move there for a better life and how we can help Bulgarian people and their economy too. However, some of the ...
Hi Terry, First of all I find it very offensive that you lump the majority of the British public as ignorant. I and most of my friends are listening carefully to all sides of the 'In or Out ' debate , we want to have all the facts before we ... Read More
Tax implications and legal stuff. by TerryMMM
Right then, things are moving fast for me now. I've got my dream house near Veliko Tarnovo and I should be living there permanently by the end of June. But I'm wondering about what to do in respect of keeping a bank account and other such ...
Hi, As far as I am aware any pensions you earn the tax authorities will be aware of and if you at anytime earn above the tax threshold, such as receiving state pension on top of your private pension they are informed and will tax any income over the ... Read More
Solar Heating Panels by yuill family
Hi everyone I would like to know if anyone has experience of having solar heating panels installed on their house. If you know anything about having used them in Bulgaria I would appreciate some information on what costs are involved I am ...
Hi again, Thanks for you advice we will be doing further research. Regards Sylvia Read More
Solar Heating Panels by yuill family
Hi everyone I would like to know if anyone has experience of having solar heating panels installed on their house. If you know anything about having used them in Bulgaria I would appreciate some information on what costs are involved I am ...
Hi Evagelos Thanks for the reply. The reason for posting is that we were wondering if anyone had experience of solar heating and could perhaps recommend a company who would design supply and install a system that would help alleviate some of our ... Read More
Solar Heating Panels by yuill family
Hi everyone I would like to know if anyone has experience of having solar heating panels installed on their house. If you know anything about having used them in Bulgaria I would appreciate some information on what costs are involved I am ...
Hi Eshek, Sorry not have been more specific. We are looking to try to supplement our central heating system by heating the water to the radiators. The water in the radiators is currently heated by electricity which is costing us a fortune. I have ... Read More
Solar Heating Panels
Hi everyone I would like to know if anyone has experience of having solar heating panels installed on their house. If you know anything about having used them in Bulgaria I would appreciate some information on what costs are involved I am ... Read More
goods transportation from England
Thanks Eddie I will check them out Sylvia Read More
goods transportation from England
Hi Can anyone recommend a reliable/trustworthy company that can transport about 2 cub. mtr. household goods from the northeast of England to the Samokov region of Bulgaria, or is anyone coming over with space in their van and would welcome the ... Read More
Merry Christmas...................
Merry Christmas to you too Steve hope its a good one for you and all the members of this forum.Sylvia Read More
where to buy rugs in sofia region
Hi All, Hope there is someone out there who can help with the following. We would like information on where we can buy rugs in the Sofia region. We live near Samokov so would be happy to drive for not more than 2 hours to get what we are looking ... Read More
Log Supplier by eddieg
Hi All...Anyone know of a log supplier in Dryanovo area(VT),,thanks eddie
Hi Eddie, Pine may be cheaper because it is much more abundant. Pine does burn quicker but it produces soot on the chimney and if not swept it can catch fire. Our Bulgarian neighbour had her chimny cleaned by a local guy who simple got on the roof ... Read More
Log Supplier by eddieg
Hi All...Anyone know of a log supplier in Dryanovo area(VT),,thanks eddie
Hi Eddie, I would suggest you have a drive around your area, usually log sellers have a pallet of logs outside the wood yard. I made the mistake of asking a neighbour who said he didn't know of any ( dispite having lived in the area his entire ... Read More
Accounting company by danap
Hello all, i am searching for a good, English speaking and mybe not too expensive accounting service for my newly founded EOOD. Does anybody have experience and can recommend? Thanks
Hi Priscilla, I will have to ask my accountant if she is OK with this. Best wishes. Sylvia Read More
Accounting company by danap
Hello all, i am searching for a good, English speaking and mybe not too expensive accounting service for my newly founded EOOD. Does anybody have experience and can recommend? Thanks
Hi I haven't spoken to our accountant yet but I am Sir it will be OK if I pass on her number and e-mail, just say the Yuill family from Madjare recommended her. Tel:- 0885862898 e-mail. elitconsult_adv@abv.BG Hope this helps Sylvia Read More
Accounting company by danap
Hello all, i am searching for a good, English speaking and mybe not too expensive accounting service for my newly founded EOOD. Does anybody have experience and can recommend? Thanks
Hi, We use an excellent accountant in our local town of Samokov, I am sure she also has an office in Sofia. She speaks excellent English and is very reasonably priced she is also a lovely person. If you do want to use her I can pass on her e-mail ... Read More
What a week! by stepool1970
So the traffic of Bucharest it's hectic, ongoing roadworks on the iron bridge to the border crossing same boat as everyone else stuck in traffic. Thursday morning the heavens open it rains for a further 3 days/nights, 6 nights staying in Koshov, ...
Hi Steve The security name is COT but is pronounced SOT. We have an office in our nearest town of Samokov we just go in there once a year to pay our yearly bill. We are going to Bulgaria for 3weeks on Wednesday so if you like we could call into the ... Read More
What a week! by stepool1970
So the traffic of Bucharest it's hectic, ongoing roadworks on the iron bridge to the border crossing same boat as everyone else stuck in traffic. Thursday morning the heavens open it rains for a further 3 days/nights, 6 nights staying in Koshov, ...
Hi Steve, Sorry to hear of your awful experiences. Just thought I would tell you about the security company COT .We have used them for 10 years since owing our house. They are worth every leva. As we live in a village everyone knows when we are not ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Bulgaria by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Bulgaria. What ...
Hi Christine, We have found many differences but one that still slightly annoys me is the issue of queuing, when waiting for a bus for example, regardless if I was first in at the bus stop everyone will just surge past and push each other out of ... Read More
treated timber needed
Hi Steve, Thanks for your suggestion but I am afraid we have already tried this with are decking. I have given it many coats of viochel which is quite expensive but its not that good, the thing about pretreated timber is that it is treated under ... Read More
treated timber needed
Hi all, I have already asked this question last year but had no replies so am hoping someone may have come across what we need which is treated timber to replace rotting balcony rails. We live close to Borovets but will travel if we can get what we ... Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourself here 2nd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Ben, I am not sure about the lifestyle you are looking for but take your time to look around, Some villages are very remote and very cheap. Do you want to be in an expat community or live among the locals? Do you intend being self sufficient or ... Read More
Bowling by yuill family
Hi Everyone, Just wondering if anyone has seen or heard of any lawn bowling clubs in Bulgaria. I will tell you why I ask I was thinking of buying some agricultural land ( that's if there is any available at a price I can afford in the village ...
Hi Steve, Thanks so much for your kind words, I'm not being totally unselfish I have a dream of spending a warm summers evening playing a gentle game of bowls then sauntering down to the village shop/cafe/bar for a couple of cold beers before ... Read More
Bowling
Hi Everyone, Just wondering if anyone has seen or heard of any lawn bowling clubs in Bulgaria. I will tell you why I ask I was thinking of buying some agricultural land ( that's if there is any available at a price I can afford in the village ... Read More
curious yellow dust
Hi Gwenie, Thanks for your reply,it went on for days just after I had cleaned all the windows. We have a house down the road from you in Madjare so it was good to hear from someone in our neck of the woods. Best wishes Sylvia Read More
Wanting to check out Bulgaria in September 2015 by beautiful cuenca
Hello Everyone My name is Beth. I am from the U.S Fort Lauderdale Florida. Yes...a beautiful place to live. I have a home 2 miles from the beach. I owned my own real estate and development company for 20 years. In Dec 2010 I moved to Cuenca Ecuador ...
Hi Beth, I note that you want to see Europe, well Europe has many diverse cultures which I feel you should explore before making your mind up where you want to settle. Bulgaria is beautiful but so is much of Europe, it depends on the life style you ... Read More
curious yellow dust
I wonder if anyone has had the same experience as we had yesterday. We were sat outside around 5pm in our village close to Samokov when we noticed the surface of our table was covered in a fine yellow powder, on looking around we noticed that this ... Read More
New members of the Bulgaria forum, introduce yourself here 2nd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Bulgaria forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Just wanted to say welcome to Bulgaria I am sure once the sun comes out you will soon love it. Me and my husband and son bought a house close to Borovets in a beautiful village called Madjare. The intention being for my son to live there but ... Read More