It seemd that people are beginning to switch to secure, long term rentals... good choice in my opinion.
Iain: I think you have chosen a wonderful place and a right strategy. Both long term rentals and teaching english homely are safe places ( I would advise you to care personally for students and you will have a secure success).
As per rentals, I would advise to:
- submitt your contract to arbitration rather than Courts,
- sign a rental contract for a " home" ( so you can enjoy automatic extensions which will provide permanency to you and your family)
- add a clause for an option to purchase, as whithin 3, 5 years you will have the oportunity to decide if you want/ do not want to buty the house.
Best wishes,
Maria