Hello,
We currently live in a 3 bedroom semi in a semi rural village very close to the primary school which I have rented for 8.5 years. I have been single for 6 years, and have two sons, 8&12. 8 yo is on CAHMS waiting list for ASD assessment although the professionals involved, GP and school work as though his diagnosis is given. I primarily WFH to be there for youngest as he cannot attend wrap around care.
My LL has mentioned selling several times in the last year or so but hasn't given a concrete answer as to when.
My grandmother has a 3 bedroom flat in southside of Edinburgh, opposite Green space with lots of trees, very close to our favourite swimming pool, with great school catchment, she has offered to give it to me, I'll pay some rent but no where near Market rate. Initially, I preferred the option of flat being sold and me being gifted money for a deposit, but I don't earn enough for a decent mortgage right now, although im hopeful that i will in a few years. Due to several reasons I have taken months to decide what to do as I am so scared of upsetting the kids and I have never felt so single.
I am taking the flat, it offers security and is a great place to live.
I spoke to the primary school, and we agreed given that there are structures in place to support my 8yo, that he should stay in his current school, at least until next year. My eldest i know will also want to stay in his current high school. I will commute to and from, which will be around an 1.15 hour round trip. Its not ideal, and we will visit the new catchment school to prepare my youngest to move for p5.
They both like living in the countryside, I know they will be upset and won't see what a great opportunity this is.
I just wondered if anyone had any advice on selling moving to their children?
If anyone had experience of commuting for school run and juggling working?
Just any insight or advice would be hugely appreciated!