I have to admit there is a somewhat racist tone to this thead that I find disturbing.

I hope everyone realizes that while RE may be through the roof here in SD (and that will soon change I’m sure), other stuff is really pretty cheap. We can thank immigrant labor for that.

That said, sorry to see you go and I’m glad you are doing what you want. I myself went through a similar phase, but decided to live the life I want to in SD, with no apologies and as a happy renter.

I have a great career, walk to work, set my own hours, make enough to pay my bills and have some fun on the weekends, great friends and generally can do as I please.

Just a vote of confidence for those that are choosing to stay!