I'm not buying the industrial building

Shame, it would have made an interesting video or 2!

Alan King

Probably a much better option than an old musty damp building.

Zane Revai

didnt ralfy already buy things for that place?

That's a shame but if it had issues it would have been a money pit so I guess it's for the best in the long run.

Matthew Beddow

Old places have charm, history, character, etc. And cost more. New places are comparably soulless, but allow you to move in and get on with 'proper work'. As others have mentioned - going with your gut is always sensible enough. Not sure on the state of the Manx industrial property scene but hopefully there's more fish in that there sea! Best of luck with the journey in finding a place to fill with techno bits and other tomfoolery :) I'm sure you're aware but be warned - once you have a big place you'll fill it then never be able to move out! Not necessarily a problem...

Saladman

Bad luck, old man. No doubt it’s for the best.

Amro

Hi Clive! I’m sorry to hear that it is not going to happen, however it is always best to listen to your gut instincts and as you have said there are too many potential issues to make the purchase worthwhile so you are definitely making the correct decision 👍 I’m sure you will find a suitable alternative if that’s what you require 😎 Best of luck

Lee Goodair

So sad.... Better luck next time...

A disappointment for you but clearly a wise, but hard, decision - we would not want to be watching a Big Clive 'Office reverse engineering' video of the building should it prove unsound. Hope you can find another (even more suitable) building - even if it does not have a lift to tinker with!

Mr B Shepherd

back to the drawing board Big Clive......good Luck

John Catterall

I'm sorry Clive, I know how much you were looking forward to the old place. It's definitely the right choice, but that doesn't mean it has to come easy. I hope you find somewhere else that tickles your heart as well as your mind.

Benjamin Esterson

There's a Brown Bear in the Ring, La la-la la-la.. There's a Brown Bear in the Ring, La la-la la-la.. I remember one Saturday night, we had fried spam and Whoofle-cakes...

Ymir the Frost Giant

I'm sorry to hear that too, but I also think you played your cards just right. That could be the very reason why the pl;ace was up for sale. And I have confidence that all your planning and musing wasn't wasted either - saves you repeating it all from scratch when you find the next contender. Someone else once got famous by saying that they could have been a contender; you are still in the ring.

Ymir the Frost Giant

Good call, if it has the potential to be a money pit, the chances are it will become one.

Eddie C

One less financial obligation, worthy of celebration. Just keep the ECPD handy for the tighter residential quarters. (a.k.a. Explosion Containment Pie Dish)

It's better to have avoided buying it if there are too many unknowns, last thing you want is a hefty repair bill, and if it's listed, all the red tape that comes with that side of things!

Dave Matthews

Yeah, sounds like a crappy, but appropriate call, especially if said wall is load bearing. Things could very quickly go from "this needs fixed ASAP" to "the building needs to be demoed"

Eric Woodley

Hardly 'Grand Designs' this sounds more like 'Homes Under The Hammer'. Sledgehammer.

Andrew Donaldson

Clive, I'm actually sad to hear that, as you've put so much thought and effort into it all, but If it's looking more dogy, then definitely better to drop it. Still, I hope you find another even better place soon!

William Taylor

If you're anything like me, you'll regret it no matter what you decide

David E. Blankenship

Better to walk away if you not sure

Gut feelings are always right ✅

electronbox

Bummer but better to err on the side of caution when dealing with stuff that could bite you in the ass later on.

Ross Robertson

Sorry to hear it, but better than ending up with a lemon. I'm sure something will come along!

Richard Robinson

Sad to hear that but I'm sure you'll find somewhere soon.

Paul Amos

Better to lose what ever money you spent investigating it then finding out you have to tear it down. There are other buildings.

Elliott Krimchansky

A decision is done. Peace. For a penny or two - I have lost so much time for electronics etal projects dealing with my old houses. I learned a lot , but not computers/electronics.. and have as many construction tools as electronic tools.

The guy who surveyed it raised some very valid points.

Big Clive

Yeah, I was surprised that he did that.

Big Clive

I got the feeling that some potential issues could be quite major. The building is made of loose stone like a wall.

Big Clive

If you didnt feel comfortable about it, you made the right decision now, rather than going through with it then having regrets. I always go with my gut instincts and they have never let me down.

You'll find the perfect place... I have faith in you!

Phr3d13

Well I guess its good that you found out the issues first. Are you going to keep looking?

DC Allan

Better to find the problems BEFORE you buy !!!

Arthur Clampitt

As others have mentioned I'm disappointed but I believe I speak for most when I say that something better will present soon.

my condolences it's always an emotional rollercoaster.

RonNona

Get a second opinion by a builder not surveyor. Having bought a couple of houses the surveyor warned against spoke to builder then went back with lower offer. You can get insurance sometimes on things like this. By the way we did good and fixed the property all went well until got divorced. Problem is surveyor are usually working for mortgage companies so always go for caution.

N. Shaun Tremayne

Fuck. Oh well. Is there a construction site nearby that can help you cheer up 🤔 otherwise perhaps a trip to your favourite nightclub in Glasgow? 🕺

TopEndSpoonie

Hugs

Jeff Huyler

Bummer to get excited about something then have it not happen, but it's the right move. Should be interesting to see how long it remains unsold.

Brooks Andersen

Ralphie:"What am I supposed to do with the new furniture?!" Don't count your chickens before they hatch!😀

Michael Horton

Whit’s fur ye’ll no go by ye

Better safe than sorry, hopefully a better option will arise in the future.

Jono Harley

Smart Move Clive. Intelligence over emotion. I hope you will find a place that is perfect for your needs.

Henry Becker

Sometimes you just have to walk away

Damn shame. But probably better not to be burdened with an inexpensive property with an exceedingly massive restoration bill.

Russell Couper

Sorry to hear, it didn’t feel good, so you made the right decision. I’m sure you’ll find something better.

Liz Edwards

Like you have said in some the streams the speculators haven't touched it to turn in to luxury apartments, maybe they found out the same as you have to many hidden pitfalls. Also you did question the roof at somepoint, so it is probably better to walk away rather than be stuck with a white elephant.

That's sad, but better you listen to your gut feelings.

Better to know now, than to discover after the checks clear. Good luck Clive!

Witold Witkowski

Isn't that what building insurance is for?

evilution

Sorry to hear that Clive, but best you know that now rather than later

Private Private

Stuff Ralfy in a barrel and use his place. He uses yours as a storage unit so it is just fair.

Mark Trombley

I'm sorry it didn't work out, but it sounds like it was quite a risk. I hope you find the place that's right for you soon!

At the end of the day you have to do what is best for you. Modern is sometimes better but if there is too much to decide on and you don't get a positive feeling then it's time to walk away.

Sad, it is good to have these visions of what could be but the practicalities tend to rule. Let’s commiserate over a woofle or two in a few days.

Rob Googe

I'm sorry to hear that. It's been one of my dreams for years to buy an old factory / industrial building (I live in the northeast US and they're everywhere) but these days they're all either in terrible disrepair or being bought up by cannabis growers, driving prices sky high.

Circuitmike

Never mind Clive, just means you'll find something better.

Chris Horry

I think it's a good call in the end Clive, something else will turn up.

Tony Weavers

Clive, I believe it was for the best. I was kinda already buying the plane ticket to help in the move (joking), but I know your decision was really the best one.

Carlos Capriotti

Ah that's a shame, but with something like that you're definitely doing the right thing. The right place'll come.

Shoka

Than never loved at all. Damn autocorrect !

Sometimes it's good to go with your instinct.

Phil in the kitchen

Tis better to have love and lost, than never loved again. Or words to that effect. Sure you could have taken a gamble, but at what cost ? Sad to see the end of the adventure😔.

Ah, that's too bad... but hopefully for the better, too many unknowns with real property can be a real nightmare.

Mark Hazlewood

Where one door closes, another opens. There'll be a better option soon I'll bet.

Best erroring on the cautious side

Gavin Gilmore

Makes a lot of sense as you don't want to be left with huge bills for a structurally compromised building. Would have been interesting though.

I honestly think it's for the better. Perhaps a small workshop at your current residence will work out.

That is unfortunate. You were pretty excited, especially about the lift !

That's a shame as you were really psyched about it making plans etc, but totally understandable as well. As said by others here: no fun in buying a money pit even with the family to try and help restore it. On to the next opportunity! \o/

devttyUSB0

You are making the best decision. The dream place will come.

Jonathan Marks

Hey chin me old mucker, it's way better to walk away know and wait until something else comes up than commit to a potential money pit nightmare, even if it is a modern unit you end up with. Belive me we know you’ll do bat-shit crazy cool stuff there too.

Holly Brereton

No need for a moneypit.

Russell Levine

Sad that it didn't workout. But glad you caught the problems before they became your problems.

Charles Bruckner

Sorry 😞 to hear about the decision. On the other hand: possible trouble avoided. Good luck 🍀 on finding a more fitting property!

Elim Garak

Sorry to hear that but i hope you find the right building soon...!

Rik Kershaw-Moore

Sorry to hear but on the bright side, the more you look at places, the more clearly defined is exactly what you want and need.

Dave Frederick

Sorry to hear. Perhaps something else will come along.

Neil Tonks

Sorry Clive, that sucks, I hope it all works out.

Kathryn Fortunato

Sensible and wise decision.

didn't Ralfy already buy furniture hehe.

Lee Donaghy

I think it's the right decision, in the end.

horrovac

OK, nevermind. Move on. If only politicians had some of your perspective, Clive.

Mike Page

🌷🌷🌷🌷

Better luck next time!

adrian

Probably best to not inherit someone else's basket case of a building. Best of luck in looking for a future space!

With reasonable force. ;)

Frank

It is a bit of a shame but probably a wise decision with all the unknowns around.

Frank

Gutted to hear this but it's probably for the best in the long run. Dodgy structures can be a real money pit.

Gerry BVR

Always best to know what you are getting into! less regrets that way. Did you look into building anything? maybe with shipping containers?

Peter Stevens

Something will turn up that’s right for you Clive. Disappointing for you but there’s nothing worse than an possible expensive rod on your back. Wishing you good fortune and good luck.

Sorry to hear that Clive. 2022 bigger and better options ahead

Badonicus

Yes disappointing but I think you made the right decision Clive, unknown factors, damp wall, old building, just too many variables for comfort, hope you find the right place soon. Yes I agree modern will be better but maybe not so characterful.

Dr Andy Hill

i'm kind of relieved to be honest .

Better safe than sorry. At least you can laugh at Ralfy a little bit for already buying furniture!

Juraj

Don't let it discourage you. It took me over 3 years to find property.. Patience is usually rewarded.

That's a real shame, but hopefully you can find something else to tickle your fancy soon (that isn't about to be converted into flats etc)

That's a wise choice considering that the amount of variables is too high. A different building maybe!

Sorry to hear that news Clive so your scepticism was well founded. All you can do now is move on to the next one .

I'd much rather you have plenty of time for taking electronics to bits than having to rehab a building. That said, seeing you attack a problem wall with "brute force and ignorance" could prove interesting. 😁 Hope you find the right space soon.

Davin Desborough

It's a shame because you were clearly excited by the idea of it, but better to find out it's too risky now when you're only some surveys and legal fees into the process than buy it and find you have to practically tear down and rebuild. It's also a shame for the building itself - it pretty much guarantees it's just going to sit there and slowly rot until someone gets permission to knock it down and build some expensive flats on the site

As someone who's always trying to fix his damp old house I can say you probably did the right thing.

Simeon

Bummer. Probably a wise call. Good choice.

Omar Riverstone

Shame, but it sounds like the right call. It’s a lot of money.

Oh I'm really sorry to hear that Clive, it sounded like a really fun project - but if it's a basket case, best keep looking. Maybe they'll come back with a decent discount that'll make the remedial work worthwhile. - LibC

LibC

The unknown can be expensive. I agree with you giving it a wide birth.

Ross Sissons

That sucks, but good decision on your part.

Nathanael Jurg

Bad luck Clive.

Sean Pirecki

That's disappointing, but it's honestly probably for the better. The costs can get astronomical for a place that's old and worn out. There will hopefully be more opportunities.

Sorry to hear that. Clearly a disappointment, but ultimately the right decision.

Simon York

Sorry to hear that :( I’m sure you’ll find a space soon.

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