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If you start a trend and the cost of living goes up, it will cause some tension.

• ianai 6y ago
  It would also increase local demand and revenue for whatever businesses they frequent. But nowadays that’s less of a given than ever before for sure. I will warn you though that if you move from population centers you will soon discover a lack of the stores and entertainment venues from them.
• holidayacct 6y ago
  Exactly, a lot of people move into small towns and then unintentionally create tension with locals because they have purchasing power that is 3 to 20x anyone in the surrounding area. Most people don't factor in envy when they move someplace.
  • giantg2 6y ago
    They also don't realize there could be some cultural differences and push for changes that the original people don't want.
    • runamok 6y ago
      It's common sense but spending time listening and learning before spouting opinions will probably help smooth relationships with the locals.
      • giantg2 6y ago
        Absolutely. On a side note, I have a neighbor that decided to run for local office the first year he moved to our town. I found it interesting that someone would want to run for office before getting to know the people, not to mention that's a pretty quick time to form opinions about the town's politicians to the point of wanting to take their office. I guess it doesn't matter since he wasn't elected.