Homestead Checklist

Okay, we're looking for our forever home and that's interesting and very difficult for us. I've been in the military most of my adult life and of course that's required lots of moves. In addition to that I had a very mobile life growing up so I don't really know what its like to live in one place for a longer than a few years. I'm also not sure that we won't get that itch to move again after a few years. With that said, I thought it might be best to make a list of what we'll require for our homestead so that we can figure out where to live after I retire.
1. Low taxes -- no income tax! TN, WA, AK, South or overseas? Really thinking about TN since it's close by.
2. Near a military base -- so we can use the facilities
3. Reasonable weather -- not too hot or cold - 4 seasons
5. Great area for growing -- for our sustainable gardens
6. At least 10 acreas -- so we can grow food and live peacefully
7. Inexpensive land -- we have limited funds and want to live debt free
8. A creek or stream -- so we can have a swimming hole and water our crops
9. Interesting scenery -- beutiful place
10. Nice people -- open to new ideas
11. Lots of outdoor activities -- free fun
12. Medical facilities are important
13. Private but not too far from civilization -- 15 - 20 minutes
14. Alternative energy but access to the grid and internet services
15. Need 4 bedrooms and an office but more than likely will build an alternative home

We need to find a place that meets our requirements some time in the next year or two so that we can go ahead and purchase the land, begin building and living our dream. Wish us luck.