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Can I get some positive vibes, had a knock on door yesterday about my house

154 replies

SnowWay · 12/12/2022 08:37

A while ago I was on a home swap group.

I have 4 children, 3 of them in one room age 18,16 and 11.
I've been on the swapping register for years.

A lady wanted to downsize and came to see my house but ultimately decided although the location, garden and other things were perfect it was just a little too small.

She is a fosterer and had a massive 4 bedroom house over 3 floors.

When she decided against it I was really sad for a long time and gave up.

Yesterday she knocked in my door, out of the blue ( I deleted Facebook a while ago) and asked if I still wanted to move?

Her circumstances have changed and she is only having 1 Foster child longterm now. So the house is big enough for 3.

I'm going to see her house this week.

She seems really keen. She needs this area, I have a nice rear garden.

I'm a little apprehensive about the area her house is in but I've lived in this house 20 years, my kids were all born here!

But I just feel like space is the most important thing to us and we couldn't even get a swap on a 3 bedroom with 2nd lounge (to turn into bedroom) so a 4 bed with 2 reception rooms would mean everyone can have their own room!

I'm just scared she will change her mind again but can you please send positive vibes. We really need this.

OP posts:
Original poster
SnowWay · 13/08/2023 23:39

weekfour · 11/08/2023 23:37

Brilliant! Has everyone picked a room?

Yes, we are up to our eyeballs in ikea flat packs at the moment and eating off paper plates but loving it.

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Enko · 13/08/2023 23:45

Congratulations

Nat6999 · 14/08/2023 01:47

If your council is anything like mine, it will take upwards of ten weeks before you can move if you decide you want to, plenty of time for decluttering before you pack up to move.

Floralnomad · 14/08/2023 01:54

Congratulations @SnowWay , I hope you and your children thoroughly enjoy all the space .

PurpleReindeer2 · 14/08/2023 07:23

Good luck OP. Hope it works out for you xx

Original poster
SnowWay · 14/08/2023 18:18

Thanks. I'm just still in awe. The house is huge.

I've 90% done my kitchen, well unpacking and sorting. I do need to paint the walls but it's SO lovely!

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Cornettoninja · 14/08/2023 18:20

Your excitement is lovely to read Grin

OhcantthInkofaname · 14/08/2023 19:03

Congratulations now get those boxes unpacked!!

Original poster
SnowWay · 15/08/2023 07:58

OhcantthInkofaname · 14/08/2023 19:03

Congratulations now get those boxes unpacked!!

I'm trying 😂😂😂

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BitOutOfPractice · 15/08/2023 08:02

Congratulations OP! I wish you all every happiness in your new home!

SpecialSpaghetti · 15/08/2023 08:15

Well now, isn't this a lovely read first thing in the morning!
Congratulations 🎊 @SnowWay
I'm glad it's all worked out and you sound very happy and excited.
How are your children settling in?
Good luck with all the unpacking 😁and have fun redecorating!

JMAngel1 · 15/08/2023 08:44

What’s a home swap? Do you each still own your property but just decide to swap for a while? Never heard of this but I hope all goes well for you OP.

Original poster
SnowWay · 15/08/2023 13:30

JMAngel1 · 15/08/2023 08:44

What’s a home swap? Do you each still own your property but just decide to swap for a while? Never heard of this but I hope all goes well for you OP.

It's housing association properties. So rented, when it's not suitable anymore for your needs you can find another tenant and do a mutual exchange.

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User5653218 · 15/08/2023 13:36

Aww congratulations @SnowWay

I wish you much happiness in your new home.

I remember reading your thread all those months ago so thank you for updating us.

BooRadleyBoo · 15/08/2023 13:39

Congratulations on your new home!! I did a mutual exchange and it took ages due to covid…so relieved when we finally moved!

TeaMeBasil · 15/08/2023 13:52

Brilliant - so pleased for you! Enjoy your new home, it sounds perfect for you!

Rockandrollfangirl · 15/08/2023 18:01

Congratulations. Brilliant news

Boomboom22 · 15/08/2023 18:05

That's fantastic op, great news. I remember you from last time.

Sandals94 · 15/08/2023 19:27

Well it's certainly good that she came knocking on your door, which can only mean she's very keen to move! Keep us posted, I'm feeling positive this will go your way 🌺

NotTodaySanta · 15/08/2023 19:34

Sandals94 · 15/08/2023 19:27

Well it's certainly good that she came knocking on your door, which can only mean she's very keen to move! Keep us posted, I'm feeling positive this will go your way 🌺

She moved on 11th August did you not bother to read the update? (Obviously not)

Lioney · 15/08/2023 19:40

So pleased for you.

As a parent of 3 dc with SEND, I totally understand the need for space.

Wishing you all many happy years in your new home.
💐

TattiePants · 15/08/2023 19:45

Wishing you many happy years in your new home.

derrydee · 15/08/2023 19:48

Lovely thread - congratulations! I hope the lady you swapped with is just as happy - and well done her for knocking in the first place. :)

DPotter · 15/08/2023 20:06
Flowers congratulations!
MaryJanesonabreak · 15/08/2023 20:54

Congratulations! I did a swap a few years ago and it was a roller coaster on the day as the swap household had done no packing and the mum was having a full on anxiety melt down! They had no van booked and we ended up packing up their house for them and using our van to move them. But we got our swap and it was worth it in the end.
Well done for persevering 😀😀😀