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[quote=Anonymous]Tough call, OP.  I can say that DH and I have discussed similar options (moving to a lower COL area, at the expense of leaving family) and have decided to stay unless we can convince our parents to come with us.  I grew up VERY close to both sets of grandparents and I feel like it was such an enriching childhood to have that generational connection.  I learned so much from them, and now that they're all deceased, I really treasure those experiences.  I'm grateful that my children are growing up close to their grandparents with everyday interactions.  For us, that is worth sucking it up in a smaller house with fewer extras.

For what it's worth, we are actually both MCPS teachers (I'm on leave with baby #3).  If you can get into MCPS, you should be able to make ends meet, and you will get credit for your years in FCPS.  For example, if you've been teaching in FCPS for 5 years and go to MCPS, you will begin at step 6, once your years have been verified.  If you were a certified in TFA, those years count too.

If you're this close to financial disaster, how will you be able to afford moving expenses and setting up a new home in another state?  You need a lot of upfront cash to get a rental, survive until the first paychecks, etc.  Is living temporarily with your parents an option?[/quote]

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