ekuhn
Well-Known Member
I’ve considered moving out of state several times, and more than just vacationing and saying this can be fun. However, my entire family and life is here, I can’t pull away just yet. I do like having the change in seasons, the diversity of mountains to the shore, and of course the mountain biking.
I’ve personally made myself successful by taking every chance I can to make more money and make things easier. More responsibility at work, side jobs, wise investments, etc. as it all helps offset the cost of life. I’m not going to be able to retire at 40, but 60 is the goal. It doesn’t come easy.
I can fully agree costs (taxes, property values, etc) are high for what you get. A lot stems from congestion in the state and the maintenance of infrastructure and services. You would think the opposite but it’s not. Labor costs are one of the items that pushes everything north. It is going to go up more with our shitbag governor trying to double minimum wage.
Fires....You can have a small contained fire. Wood should be dry to minimize a smoke condition and complaints. Burning leaves causes an issue because they can blow around igniting other sources and do not burn hot enough to reduce smoke. Towns recycle leaves to make mulch which yes, ties into the above. Farmers that open burn are required to get permits from the state and county. Also don’t use gasoline as a fuel source.
I’ve personally made myself successful by taking every chance I can to make more money and make things easier. More responsibility at work, side jobs, wise investments, etc. as it all helps offset the cost of life. I’m not going to be able to retire at 40, but 60 is the goal. It doesn’t come easy.
I can fully agree costs (taxes, property values, etc) are high for what you get. A lot stems from congestion in the state and the maintenance of infrastructure and services. You would think the opposite but it’s not. Labor costs are one of the items that pushes everything north. It is going to go up more with our shitbag governor trying to double minimum wage.
Fires....You can have a small contained fire. Wood should be dry to minimize a smoke condition and complaints. Burning leaves causes an issue because they can blow around igniting other sources and do not burn hot enough to reduce smoke. Towns recycle leaves to make mulch which yes, ties into the above. Farmers that open burn are required to get permits from the state and county. Also don’t use gasoline as a fuel source.