The disposal simply just was not working because of "too much food" but it was not broken and no parts or anything were replaced.

To meet minimum living expenses (food, housing, clothing, basic transportation, and medical care) in my town of Springfield, MO, you would need around $2,000 / month ($24,000 / year) income. 

I have seen people making food money renting campers, boats etc.

For example, in Jersey City, it's Cat Paradise...and if you leave food and temporary shelter in your backyard for them, they will come and spray the wall to mark their turf.

I'll add some more food for thought:1) What if the rust belt does not appreciate?

But don't insight violence to the same people that will surely give you food and water for free if you are in dire need.

And right now being first of September already, you're a squirrel that just realized you have no food for winter.

(cab fare)  milk was and still is $9.00 a gallon here. gas $4.99  fortunately 3 of the duffel bags had ramen noodles and dog food in them. im in process to buy unit 9. 

I plan on getting a few credit cards here soon for expenses like gas and food.

Evaluating the resale value of the homes individually is another proposition altogether.Hope that gave some food for thought!