Time for a Fresh Start - Updated Page 3, Jan 2013

[C.A.R.]

Yes the deposit costs a lot, and rent obviously isn't cheap, but the potential difference that it'd make to me and my situation would be huge, it's a bit frustrating that I can't really explain to you why that is though.

If however, I made a complete cock up and realised say 2 months in that I couldn't sustain it then I'd have to take it on the chin and pull out before using all the money. People are always telling me to take oppertunities and try new things....I guess this is something I shouldn't just chuck away.

Here's the thing though...

You will be buying in to an 'Assured Shorthold Tenancy' or AST, which will have a minimum period (usually 6 months) on contract. Breaking the contract will mean you need to give 1 months' notice minimum, sometimes more.

You have to be kind of committed to move out Tom, as simply 'pulling the plug' will often land you a lot worse off.