Recently I had a talk with a hair stylist, who I just started going to. She told me that she wanted to move to another state but the rents and house prices are much higher so she must stay here. I just nodded but what I wanted to say was "Don't they have hair salons there? How do those people get by? I say move where you want, not on the cost." Does anyone else believe in this philosophy?
In expensive places, people struggle to get by. The cost of service goods (such as haircuts) doesn't compensate for the increase in the cost of living I do agree that you should live somewhere you love, I also know this isn't realistic for some people.
I am willing to sacrifice to live here, especially as my kids are in great schools. However, I will move once my kids are out of school and I am nearing retirement. I want my money to go further and that will be achieved somewhere else.