Go over the logistics of relocating
If you have a big, beautiful home and you’ve managed to get rid of the whole “mortgage stress” or you’re getting closer to paying it off, then you probably managed to accumulate equity in your property. In certain areas where housing prices are increasing, you might even get the chance to sell your home and move to another place that’s less expensive.
Start researching cities that are known for being some of the most affordable places in the United States, and imagine what your lifestyle would look like in such a place. Some of the best out there are Daytona Beach, Florida; Knoxville, Tennessee; Scranton, Pennsylvania; and Grand Rapids, Michigan.