So somehow (ok i know the science behind it) when the season changes like this sunny 60 one day then 23 the next with black clouds it throws my natural time clock way off. I know I’m already sensitive to less light in the winter, but when it fluctuates like this it throws my whole body off. It’s almost like i’ve been hibernating all winter and now I’m an insomniac. I went to take a sleep aid to help get my body back on track, and i think i took Imodium on accident. Ha ha ha ha! But, at the same time scary. I’m just behind on sleep and second guessing my every move, not thinking clearly. I’m half tempted to….Wow that’s a great example of what’s going on…oh now i remember…take tomorrow and just rest my brain somehow. Yoga!
So we’ve literally been stuck in our 3rd floor condo for 3 years with the market dropping and not being able to sell. We finally paid down the mortgage to the point where we could almost sell, but at this cost i would buy the place and rent it out. So, for next three years at least we will be landlords. Just testing the water to see if we want to keep it for the long haul. We found great tenants, and a good cheep place to rent for the next three years while we pay off debt. It’s a basic townhouse with an attached garage. It will make it a lot easier to get out in the winter, and there are only 3 stairs not 24 to get in side. It feels smaller, but somehow has more square footage. All i know is we got a great deal, and will be making it work and paying down debts to snowball, and free up monthly cash.
Oh, and it’s in the next city over which has an awesome community center. For $44/month our entire family will have a full access pass. That’s cheaper than our current basic gym membership. Now, we’ll all have access to Pool, Water Park, Weight Room, Gym, Rock Climbing, and more. I’m excited to get some serious swim time in, and while paying of debt free rock climbing makes for a fun date night. Yea! So give a little in open space, and get out of the house quick, and play more. I think it’s a great trade.
Now i have 10 days to pack =) Wow, but then i have a week to finish cleaning up before we hand it over.
April 15th, 2010 at 5:42 pm
I haven’t been sleeping well lately either! I agree, I think it’s the time of year. Your new place sounds great, especially since you’ll be able to save money! Happy packing!
April 16th, 2010 at 11:59 am
Krystal! So glad everything worked out for you!! That’s one thing my husband and did when we first got married was ditch the credit cards. If we wanted something, we saved up and paid cash – love it!
The only debt we have is our mortgage
If I lived closer, I’d come over and help you pack!
April 16th, 2010 at 4:13 pm
Now that’s some creative thinking! Your new place sounds great; good luck with the move and settling in.