Only appropriate potted plants and other outdoor furniture are permitted on patios, decks and balconies.

Now you will have some roots planted for less than $50. 

The best time to buy real estate (and plant trees) is 20 years ago. 

That is a local cement plant issue, not an across the board issue.  

Nothing crazy because I think you have the right aesthetic for the setting, but maybe some fake plants with colored pebbles, bed scarfs, hand towels etc can go a long way to add some life.

Economic resilience: The Midwest's diverse economic base, including agriculture, manufacturing, and emerging tech sectors, provides some insulation from market volatility.As an active investor in Wisconsin and Minnesota I have seen a lot of great growth from appreciation and rent.

Being a forward-thinking investor allows your portfolio to be more resilient in times of economic downturns or market fluctuations.

WE have to keep in mind also that each state is different in how they operate with regard to public records.. out east in the states were folks still need a title abstractor title work is completely different than the west coast were most title plants have been moved off shore..

This "economies of scale" approach could work for you, too.I would also consider the NW Valley, near where TSMC is building its multi-billion-dollar chip plant.

Still, not knowing where you are going is tough.For military folks, eventually they usually decide on a hub where they want to plant roots (usually when kids are closer to school age) and then the hub stays and the party in the military comes back to the hub.You have the VA benefits and they are great.