by Claire
I spent the last two days looking at nine different properties–six of which would have required DD to switch elementary schools. They were in the middle school boundaries but not the elementary. I was glad I looked at those rental houses even though a few were at the same rent I’m paying now. I wasn’t moved enough by the houses to take my daughter out of her school. I also looked at a three bedroom apartment that would keep the kids in their schools but the complex was old, rundown and had some unsavory characters. The surroundings just didn’t pass my gut check.
So I ended up back at the first apartment complex I found. I drove by at different hours to check things out. The parking situation looks good with a huge parking lot in relation to the building. I looked at the trash receptacles to make sure they weren’t a mess. I even got out and checked for dog poo! Crazy lady! Lol. I did all of this before looking at an actual apartment interior bc I wanted that $350 look and lease! It’s gated but I snuck in! You all motivated me to investigate.
I finally looked at an interior late yesterday. I love it! The apartments are only 3 years old and on a road with very little around it. The traffic flow is good. The bedrooms are generous sized. Overall it is a fit. I applied today and even negotiated a single car garage for free that I am permitted to use for storage. We move in on March 30. Let the decluttering begin!!!
Born and raised in Texas. I’ve at least driven through every state in the US courtesy of a roadtrip loving Dad.
I’m single with two children and a good parenting relationship with their father.
I am a “life is just half full of funny” kinda gal. Humor is my saving grace and I am thankful for it every single day. I have a strong Catholic faith and am thankful for that foundation.
I read a lot for a living but still enjoy a good book. I love biographies but in recent years have found the need for fun fictional books–sadly, for a long time I just didn’t enjoy fiction!
I love live theatre of any kind–from local productions to Broadway.
I love to scrapbook and pride myself in my kids’ albums.
I love being a mom but also love my career. I’m blessed to have found a balance allowing me to be at everything my kids need and want me to be at–while also having a career.
Favorite Quotes: Well behaved women rarely make history.
Behold the turtle. He makes progress only when he sticks his neck out. -James Bryant Conant
Congrats!
Impressed!
Great news! Just remember, it’s easier to toss something than it is to pack it, move it, and unpack it.
Sounds great!
Fantastic! This sounds like it will be good for you and the kids. Best of Luck!
That is absolutely fantastic! Is this the 2 bedroom you have mentioned? Or is it another apartment? You know, your nosy readers crave for more info:)
Yes it’s the first apartment I found online.
Sounds like a good fit, but how much a month??
$1085. With the utilities and lawn maintenance savings I hope to save $1000 a month!
WOW. Oh that is SO WORTH the moving! Good job!
You will be done with this debt before you know it.
WOW! I agree with emmi – was going to post the same thing. & I think you are making such extreme changes that this will stick with you. I feel so often the mentality is “Once I get out of debt I can go hog wild.” But I think the bigger the sacrifices made during the journey, the less likely you are to backslide. Anyway, you are doing AWESOME!! I know all this is a lot of work, but hopefully you never find yourself in this situation again – and that is the HUGE upside. Good Luck!!
Good for you and now that’s settled-on to the next phase of getting rid of stuff in anticipation You’re on a roll and the end of this part of journey(once the ultimate goal of debt freedom is achieved) will taste so sweet!!!!!
Congratulations! So happy for you.