02-18-2014, 06:08 AM
It seems somewhat irresponsible of a single parent with dependent children to relocate to a poor economy with few job prospects, especially if the backup plan is to simply "file for public benefits". (Punchline: can also afford a second piece of real estate, and also has plenty of time to complain about the situation.)
What do students, retirees, and tourists all have in common? They bring their own money. Yes, there are a lucky few who manage to find their way with just a hope and a prayer, but they are just that: lucky and few.
The farmland (or lack thereof) is a red herring at this point. (A real "working" farm has no "commute" overhead because the farmer can't afford the drive time -- besides which, the farm loses its delicious tax posture if you don't live thereon.)
Sigh.
What do students, retirees, and tourists all have in common? They bring their own money. Yes, there are a lucky few who manage to find their way with just a hope and a prayer, but they are just that: lucky and few.
The farmland (or lack thereof) is a red herring at this point. (A real "working" farm has no "commute" overhead because the farmer can't afford the drive time -- besides which, the farm loses its delicious tax posture if you don't live thereon.)
Sigh.