I just got my contract for next year's lease on my apartment. I knew it was coming. Usually I have two year leases, but they are stopping that and the reason is clear. They are being kind this year. If they were to rent my apartment out to a new person they could get a couple hundred more a month, so I only get a one year lease and the raise is less than half what it could be.
That still puts me on the edge. I might be able to afford this rent for the next year, but after that I will be forced to move.
And so the looking for options begins. Smaller towns? Not unless I'm willing to move 90 miles away and give up all my present doctors, dentists, parks and bank. Local? There are no local rentals with a washer and dryer in the apartment at a lower rent. So, do I start hauling my laundry out again, or do I find new doctors and parks? There is the possibility of moving in with one of my children and helping them with their finances if they go through with a divorce, but that is a sad thought.
Life just got complicated.
I need to get creative.
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