Even what Nevada called allodial title was not true allodial title as the federal government could still seize the land under emminent domain laws, or the state could seize it under certain circumstances.In the US, only the federal government has true allodial title, and perhaps some other government entities and the American Indian tribes come close.

Just did a quick google search and found 37-47% of Americans own a dog and 30-37% own a cat.  

This should increase the cost of American's #1 expense.We're seeing the housing bubble that led to the Great Depression play out all over again.

I don't know what your definition of astronomical is but you should expect to pay anywhere from $.99 per sq ft for a used or cheap imported turf, to upwards of $4+ per sq ft for a high quality American made grass.  

That "American Dream" is fading away.  

THE $6.5 BILLION, 20-YEAR PLAN TO TRANSFORM AN AMERICAN CITY - Fast Company .  

Great job people, like seeing community involvement as that is where you will meet other like minded folks.My community gigs began in 82 and have been active until a few years ago:Coached Little LeagueDid volunteer tax returns for seniorsSang Bass in the choirTreasurer of large men's groupVolunteered with American Red Cross, Disaster Relief, Damage assessmentsBoard of Directors of Habitat for Humanity affiliateBoard of Directors, Ozark Literacy CouncilBoard of Directors Community Housing Assistance & DevelopmentAppointed as Commissioner, Springfield Public Housing AuthorityAppointed as Chairman of Rehabilitation and Redevelopment Committee of City long range planning commissionVictims Violence Center Volunteer Executive Director of Non-Profit Housing Organization teaching homeownership skillsOzarks Greenways, volunteered at lake clean ups (thanks Bob) I'm sure I missed some I know, but those in RE should be involved in their market, you are not only helping others you are shaping the market you're active in, it pays great dividends.

The pickup may hint at greater demand from lower-income Americans.

There are a couple of large employers  American Family Insurance in the area that bring in a lot of people on work visas for high paying jobs.

We have AAA, AARP, both members of the American Bar Association, and my husband is a veteran (former marine).