My response, after watching this chitshow for many decades: I simply became debt free. I’ve talked to others who have taken this route and it has been a real eye-opener. It doesn’t just save you money. It changes your life. It changes how you see this world, this government, this culture, and what’s important to you and what isn’t.
The best thing a person can do for themselves is get out of all debt, including their mortgage. And by all means, own your own home and make that home in a place where the real estate taxes won’t kill you. For me personally, it was rural kentucky, to which I moved from Seattle 12 years ago.
Real estate taxes ensure you NEVER own your own property. The other stuff? If you can, do it. 😁👍