I just finished reading Set for life which I really enjoyed.

Downsizing is for sure a good thing for us as the big house is just a bunch of wasted space for us and our lives have shifted to where we don't get to enjoy our park-like 20 acres like we used to. 

Enjoy your 5 Star Yelp reviews.

Whatever your decision is in the end I wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors!

If they can, I would like to rehab and rent them as cash flowing properties, and if not, I plan to wholesale them.I have a thrilling life and enjoy many exhilarating hobbies, such as reading books and drinking entirely too much coffee. 

You seem like me, could see yourself taking an interest in many things, enjoy new experiences, etc.

Or those who can WFH at least most of the week can enjoy a quieter pace and better quality of life here, IMHO.

I think you will enjoy the Midwest and the home/land you can get for your money.

My goal would be to be the general as I still enjoy and want to be involved.

Imagine the glut of used equipment that will be available that will not be ancient, and the amount of applicants for new jobs at the new restaurants.Experienced operator looking to team up with silent partner type ads, EZ Terms Dark commercial units, etc...Italian, Mexican, American, Chinese, Hot Dogs, etc...Every cloud has a silver lining.And for those that can place Experienced Operators with Silent Partners, a cut of the action, and maybe free meals for a year (it's not what you know, it's who you know) ...Every cloud has a silver lining.Look beyond the darkness to the coming dawn and figure out how to enjoy the sunlight!