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So you want to live in the woods, or by the beach, or out in the country, and you are a bit nervous about burning your bridges. The good news is that you do not have to; in fact, it is much better to start your road to self-sufficiency with a trial period. Imagine that you own an apartment in New York City and you dream of moving to Spain and growing almonds. The prudent course of action is to rent your city property and use the cash to rent land in your dream location. This way, you will get to know the area and the people and learn about the location. You will experience the local weather patterns, talk to farmers and hear what they have to say about the land and the local markets, learn about the schools, and so on. If, at the end of the trial period, you discover that the area is not quite right for you, you can move back to the city and start again.

The Best Time to Buy

The best time to buy property is in late summer, when the owners are becoming concerned that they might not sell before winter. If you can get in with a low offer, there is a very good chance that you will get a bargain. Don’t wait too long, though, because at some point the owners will decide to wait for spring and the promise of higher prices. Have your finances in order so that you can dive right in and make a quick deal when the time is right.