The Forum, B5

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Located just next to Chinatown, this area offers a fantastic selection of delicious food options. In addition to the vibrant dining scene, it's only a 3-minute walk to an indoor market where you can find fresh seafood, meats, and a variety of other local products. Just a bit further, about 5 minutes away, you'll find Marks & Spencer, a well-known high-quality food store, perfect for those seeking premium groceries. With such convenience and variety, this area provides everything you need for a delightful culinary experience and easy access to fresh ingredients.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The team resolves issues quickly and responds promptly to any concerns, ensuring that problems are addressed in a timely and efficient manner, making living here a hassle-free experience.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

An additional surprise I discovered after moving in is that some rooms on the ground floor come with outdoor patios, which I wasn't aware of before my move. This feature is a fantastic bonus, offering a private outdoor space that adds great value to the living experience.

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Living in The Forum, Birmingham offers a lot of positives. It's right in the city centre, so shops, restaurants, bars, and supermarkets are all close by. The Bullring and Grand Central are just a short walk away, which makes shopping and dining super convenient. Transport links are excellent, with Birmingham New Street and Moor Street stations close by, plus plenty of bus routes. Parking is limited, you need to ask when you move-in. The area around The Forum is generally lively but can get a bit noisy on weekends due to the nightlife. Bin collections are consistent, and the building itself is secure and well-maintained. Overall, it’s a great place to live if you enjoy city life and want everything within easy reach.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management has been responsive and helpful. Kary was very helpful during move-in.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Another thing I wish I had known is that the outside maintenance works can sometimes be a bit noisy, especially during office hours. Overall the building has everything, the location and amenities are great!

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Excellent location for transport connectivity - bus , train... even airport is 15-25 min away. Lots of options for eating including the exhaustive option of china town. High street, bull ring and colmore financial district all in walking distance

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

If there is one aspect of the building that I could give top rating without any caveats or hesitation, it would be the building management team. Right from a welcoming front desk to the management team, everyone does everything in their gift to address any issue I have raised ( of which there haven't been many as well.. which probably also shows that they are on top of things in general) Special shout out to Jodie for all the support and Sajina for the daily blackboard updates riddle/joke (genuinely a nice thing bringing a smile or make you think on the way up in the lift)

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

(have to say through my own fault) didn't realise there is limited parking and no "guest" parking. But obviously lot of paid car park options around, so no harm done.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

located in chinatown, convenient. Neighbours are friendly. no issue with getting parking for me but other friends have reported to struggle.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

yes, promplty. fixed it within a few days, so no complaints

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

there are lots of pets in the building, which can be annoying to some people

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Just moved here few weeks ago and I can say its a beautiful place to live in, everything is managed properly, cleanliness is top tier, staff is polite and helpful. I love being a part of the forum.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Issues can be raised through the app or the front desk , the resolution has been quick enough

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

That i need to contact the energy suppliers which took me quite some time as i was new to all this . What meters are for what?