It takes time to plant roots which is why growing where you are planted is usually a better option.Cost of living is generally lower in the Midwest and Southern States, TN is a good low cost area, but as mentioned above, you don't want depressed counties, if you look at the above points and an area passes those points it won't be a depressed area.  

Animal may get in, root problem and roof damage.

Have a huge oak tree which has roots pressing against the foundation.

This high price housing “problem” won’t be solved or the housing market won’t be burst until the supply exceeds the demands...Lack of inventory is the root of the high price / main “problem”.

I'd love to know your thoughts on this topic, because I think that is the root of the initial post.

Keep us posted, we are rooting for you. 

Social Justice should rooted out and eradicated in all organizations, lest that organization become converged toward it.

Many of us are rooting for you on it. 

If you read his post closely, he will be investing in his hometown, his root. 

It's only $75, has a nice grass roots vibe, free monthly meetings with speakers, and an awesome monthly newsletter.