We need to relocate north for my work. We'll be moving from SE to NE, which has been a long term ambition of ours.
But I'm trying to work out timeframes. I have a 3 month notice period so have to be up there by November, ideally so DD (5) can start at a new school after autumn half term. I'd have some flexibility around hybrid/WFH initially but priority is getting her settled in a school.
We'll need to sell existing house. Houses on our road are taking a while to sell (but have needed lots doing as they're elderly owners whereas ours is more recently upgraded). I don't think it's realistic to think we can sell in SE, buy somewhere in NE and it'll all be done in 3 months so we're thinking about renting. This would also mean we got a feel for the new area.
But there don't seem to be many rental properties on market, those that are want a 12 month lease minimum. Anyone done this and rented inbetween? Or had a short term rental? What happened with school places - did you have to move your child again?