Cozy is simple and pretty streamlined, but feels limited. 

An out of state investment didn’t feel like the right fit for us either.

I do feel like I'm to eager to start and I can see how that might get me in trouble.

But if you’re looking for a more stable, family-friendly environment with lower costs and a focus on LTRs, Texas could be a better fit.Since you have young kids, I’d dig deeper into school districts and neighborhoods in both states—family life can really shape where you’ll feel at home.

Lake house, cabin feel, waterfront etc.

Alos don't feel bad.

. - That's how people feel heard and important.2.

-----I am curious about the general feelings out there because I can be a bit hypervigilant, and posts like these drive me nuts. 

I really feel this is helping people find affordable rentals.  

Basic staging with an agent usually means they give you insight into how you should:Declutter and depersonalize by removing photos and personal itemsArrange your furniture to improve the room’s flow and make it feel biggerAdd plants, move art, or re-arrange other accessoriesFull-service staging is another option if your house needs more hands-on attention.