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Meanwhile, In US Housing…
For whatever it's worth to you, home-loan activity in the US picked up meaningfully after Memorial D
Indiana is my least favorite state. I grew up and live in the rust belt. Indianapolis seems to bland for you H, but I’m sure it has its gems. Would love to catch up with you at the local farm and table.
I grew up one state west of you. And not in the main attraction of that state. One of my most distinct memories as a child was on the weekends, it was a big deal that I got to volunteer with my mom to be part of the “living museum” of New Salem (Lincoln lived there at one point). I became proficient at candle making and butter churning while wearing a dress that looked like I was from the 1800’s. I distinctly remember going home after those days and not just dreaming about leaving, but actually coming up with a plan. I was living on the upper west side of Manhattan within 15 years of that time in my life.
I feel like I sort of know you, H. I don’t even see you living in Chicago (I lived there and in its suburbs for 15 years). I have only been to Indianapolis a few times and it was probably 45 years ago- so I have no idea if it is a good fit. You might just have to spend more to live somewhere where you actually want to live. Three thoughts: you can’t take it with you; you could probably double your annual pricing without losing many subscribers; and, in the desirable housing markets, you are now competing with the “bomad” (bank of mom and dad), which is driving up pricing for the forseesble future.
It isn’t fun to live somewhere that is boring. 🙂
What about San Francisco? I recently went there after falling in love with that city 30 years ago, but never doing anything about it. Great walking city, lots to do and discover, has a professional basketball team, and that metro area is a foodie mecha (Alice Waters restaurant is still open). Easy access to some of the most beautiful nature in America.
Plus, they now have Waymo. I loved using Waymo. Definitely our future.
Your wardrobe would definitely be more appreciated in San Francisco than in Indianapolis
I recommend Amsterdam. Lots to see and do. Unlimited people watching. You can push your style envelope. Professional basketball team – the Amsterdam Pirates. Professional soccer team – Ajax. 90-95% of that city’s population speaks English, yet language can be a barrier to communication if you so choose. Plus, a different and healthier vibe than the US. People cycle to work because it is good for them and good for the environment. Intelligence has some value.
*correction: Amsterdam Pirates – baseball.
Apollo Amsterdam – basketball (second-level league).