Harriet Vane Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I'm normally very matter-of-fact and totally unapologetic about the fact that we homeschool. I haven't experienced any overt hostility over our choice, though there have been people who have expressed concern to me. I am hoping to close a deal on one of two rental homes today. Both prospective landlords were careful to mention the great school district. I just smiled and said that's good to know. I am finding myself unexpectedly insecure about schooling discussion with the prospective landlord. I know that legally they cannot object to anything. I do not want to set up an unhappy tenant-landlord relationship though--should I mention it or not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meggie Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I wouldn't. I don't see how it would have anything to do with the house you are renting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anita in NC Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I wouldn't mention it. So long as you pay your rent on time and keep the house in good condition that is all that should matter to the landlord. Maybe they mentioned the school district thinking that it would be a selling point for the rental. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda in VT Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 As a former landlord, I don't think you need to say anything. This is the sort of thing that is none of his business. On the other hand, I don't think you need to be worried about it slipping out, either. I honestly don't think either landlord would care. A good school district is usually a selling point with tenants, which I'm sure is why they mentioned it. If it's not for you, that's fine too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobela Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I see no reason to mention it. I also feel the naming of the district is just a selling point. You have kids so they must assume that you send them to public school. If you do mention it, no big deal either. You never know, they may be pro homeschooling too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoyfulMama Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I have just signed a lease on a new place, and I don't share that information, as it is not pertanent information. Now, when we moved in to this house, the management company learned that we homeschool, and she shared it with the home owners. The wife was SO excited, because she was glad to know we were a Christian family. :lol: (We are Christian, but I was careful not to share that not all homeschoolers are Christians.):lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T'smom Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I'm sure the landlords mentioned it because they thought it would be a selling point for YOU. They're just trying to show their property in the best light possible......I very seriously doubt that they care about how you educate your kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeW88 Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 No. It's none of their business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twoforjoy Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 No reason to mention it. The good school district thing is just a selling point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer3141 Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 No need to mention it. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 No, it has nothing to do with renting the home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocelotmom Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I avoid subjects that are often elicit a knee-jerk negative reaction in situations where the outcome could have consequences. Homeschooling is one of those subjects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stripe Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 Definitely not. It's good the schools are good. You still might want to send your kids to private/parochial school. None of their business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawn in OH Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 The landlord doesn't need to know that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2denj Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I wouldn't. I don't see how it would have anything to do with the house you are renting. :iagree:What she said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 No....it has nothing to do with you renting the house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy in C-ville Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 Totally agree. Why should he care? He was just giving you a selling point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsquirrel Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 For most people with kids in public school, if they have any leeway, the school district is the number one consideration when moving. My friend is a real estate agent and it is by far the first question asked by clients. It is the norm for people to house shop by school district. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I don't know why that would be necessary. Would you tell the landlord that your dc were enrolled in a private school? The landlord doesn't need to know how your dc are educated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubamama Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 It has nothing to do with your ability to qualify/disqualify as a renter. However, it will make you stand out! As in, "That's the weird family that HS's" or "I want to learn more about HSing - I'll ask these guys..." We rented a house upon first moving to SoCal. The landlord mentioned the quality schools and asked what grades our kids would be in...I said that we did school at home. She began HSing. Crazy! Michele Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted July 12, 2011 Author Share Posted July 12, 2011 Thanks everyone! Spoke to both prospective landlords this morning. One asked point blank (he said he overheard us talking about it--I must have said something about the school setup while walking through). He seemed fine with it and is quite eager to rent to us. I did not mention it to the other landlord. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In The Great White North Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 People actually rent houses here (while keeping their old house) because it is cheaper than to "tuition in" to the school district. Their charging $17,000 per year and smaller houses rent for +/-$1000 per month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PentecostalMom Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 I wouldn't mention it. So long as you pay your rent on time and keep the house in good condition that is all that should matter to the landlord. Maybe they mentioned the school district thinking that it would be a selling point for the rental. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8circles Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 It's none of their beezwax. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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