I have only just come across the term ‘nesting’ and what it actually is tbh. After some thoughts please.
I have 3 children (boys 10, 13, 15). Their dad and I (not married) are separating but are currently in the family house in separate bedrooms. we both agree this is not workable long term. Neither can buy the other out.
We’d both want 50:50 arrangement for kids.
Looking at our options. We’d get half each selling the house. Not enough for either to buy anything outright. He has a good salary and could get a mortgage for something reasonable. I have low-paying pt job & starting out in my own business too, though only 1 year of (modest) self employed income to date. Looking at properties, realistically I could afford a 2 bed flat. I’m sure plenty of people have to do similar, but not ideal for 4 people (and two dogs, if also 50:50).
Occurred to me to maintain stability for the kids by them staying in the family home, with us alternating. Unfortunately neither have family to stay with, so we’d be renting for the time one of us is not in the house. Can this work? Either renting a room or renting a flat which we also share. I don’t like the idea of sharing the bedroom so ideally 2 bed but if needs must…. I can’t imagine it’s a long term solution, and I’d prefer a clean break, but can’t really afford one that works well.