I'm not sure what the long term economic viability is there with all the political turmoil surrounding the fossil fuel industry. 

Factors driving this growth include economic opportunities, a high quality of life, affordable living, and reputable educational institutions.

Well focus on market will low expense ratios so that rent (the largest component of inflation) is certain to grow faster than expenses.

I see a lot of problems coming from our culture in which children live their lives completely disconnected from their parents/grandparents economic and professional lives.

This trend suggests a growing rental market as more people are unable to afford buying homes under current economic conditions.while the housing market may face challenges, the rental market will likely expand as an alternative for those priced out of buying homes.

For most homeowners, your home is your largest single investment.

We are now going to build-to-sell on the largest tract (.35 acres).My question pertains to the final tract of land.

My recommendation is to choose cities in safe and economically diversified areas with above-average income and population growth.

@Stephen Heebner I think the largest concern with investing in funds is the trustworthiness of the promoter.

If your home will likely remain economically viable  (not in path of redevelopment in next 10 years)  its probably worth looking at some systems upgrades.