Auburn, WA: Pro: No state income tax. Con: High base rent. Culture: Close to Seattle pop scene. Equity: Slowing growth.
Lawndale, CA: Pro: Weather, Aerospace hub. Con: Taxes, traffic. Culture: Massive LGBTQ+/Pop scene. Equity: High barrier.
Woodend, NZ: Pro: High quality of life, universal healthcare. Con: Visa logistics, pet import costs. Culture: Relaxed.