Would you move to the beach and live happily ever after if money was no issue?

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RingOfFire · Accepted Answer

I "retired" early at 54 not because I had enough money (which I did) but to take care of my elderly parents. Money is no issue for me but what I found is that I cannot be happy without working on SOMETHING that I make money at. It just makes me feel unproductive and old if I am not doing that. Thankfully I was able to find a lucrative way to use my time and STILL be able to take care of my parents full time until they passed... the last one just months ago. Money is no issue for me and unless there is some kind of economic catastrophe won't be for the rest of my life. But no, I can't stop doing something productive and be happy. It's just not in my soul to be that way. I was born to produce. I will work until I drop.

MrOracle · Accepted Answer

I lived a half-block from the beach for a year, and while I definitely enjoyed it, in the real world, money is very much an issue. Most beach towns are small, and so are the financial opportunities. The good-paying jobs go to locals exclusively (which makes sense) so if you aren't already wealthy or aren't able to work remotely, then you will almost certainly go into debt to live there.

I'm more of a forest guy anyway.

sage2021 · Accepted Answer

I grew up two blocks from the Pacific ocean 🌊. I moved from there in 1975. I am 69 and I still miss the ocean big time.
The beautiful sub raises and 🌞 sun sets. Sitting on the sand watching the beautiful sunsets and all of their different colors in them. I miss the sound of the waves come in and out again. That unbelievable smell the oceans give off smell like home. I don't swim either, but going for a long walk along the shore, there's nothing like it. I miss the ocean more than I can say. I would love living near the ocean and would do it again if I could.
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ShesRad80 · Accepted Answer

no, i would prefer a home in the woods

XingQi · Answer

There are many factors here that should be considered: Where exactly is this beach? Does it hold good infrastructure? Is it at high risk for natural disasters? Is the local government stable? How about local economy and trading agreements? What are the local tax rates? There are many important factors to consider If the area is prone to natural disasters (tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, tsunami's), you will have a massive insurance rate to pay. The problem is money can become an issue whether or not. If the local taxes are simply too high, insurance rates are absurd, or cost of living overall is too high, you need to figure out how to survive in such an environment. Transportation - Can you afford a car or not? How much does it cost to purchase, maintain, etc? How about gas prices? This is a harsh reality of living on an island. Local culture - Are you used to it? Can you eat their food? Can you tolerate the mannerisms and behaviors of local people? Are you willing to potentially learn another language? Infrastructure - How does water/electricity supply hold up after a natural disaster? How about internet? How close are the nearest hospitals? Are there even any nearby? Is the area prepared for an emergency evacuation? You have to adapt accordingly. Water quality - Can you drink the tap water? In many parts of the world, no. Wildlife - Are you willing to put up with tons of bugs and cold-blooded mammals getting into your home? Snakes are also quite common in tropical areas. Ethnicity Distribution - This may sound politically incorrect, but the local people may be racist or constantly attempt to scam you because you will hold a western accent. They will know you are not from their area! Diseases - Malaria is still a threat in many tropical parts of the world. You need to adapt accordingly and prepare. Often times, moving to a developing country from a first world country can actually kill you because you are not used to local pathogens. Happens to tourists all the time!! Raising a Family - How are the educational and job opportunities? The sad reality is many tropical islands (take French Polynesia and American territories) tend to hold extremely high rates of poverty. Such lands are dependent on imports from the mainland because the island cannot provide everything- this ranges from food, minerals, and manufacturing plants.

ZackBan · Answer

I don't think I can be happy without a purpose. If I had more money than I knew what to do with I would throw myself in artistic projects like making movies or starting a rock band or something like that which involves work but can be done stress free if I know that I don't need to live off of the earnings

genericname85 · Answer

what's wrong with the beach? xD the way you asked maked it seem like it's meant to be a hard sell.

OfMiceandMen · Answer

I don't mind visiting the beach, but it's not something that floats my boat. I like a woodland setting with access to rocky shorelines. Similar to where I am now.

MiddleAgedClimbee · Answer

Only if there were some high elevation areas nearby. I like the cold.

LazerBean · Answer

Probably not. We love the beach, but where we are is ideal for every day life.

Billlewis · Answer

Yes, especially if I had a beautiful woman with me.

WhiteSandyBeach · Answer

No. I met a guy who retired and bought a house on the beach. You could see the beach from his living room. He said after a while you no longer see the water.

I would rather just travel there on occasion and visit the beach.

exitseven · Answer

Yes, I sure would. I would have done it years ago.

mobiusforniner · Answer

No. Have you seen any houses or cars that are by the beach? That salty air will destroy anything in a short time.

Just look at houses for sale in hawaii. Some are only a few years old and look worn out.

dolemite58 · Answer

i will live within a short drive of a beach but an actual place on the beach? no thanks. during severe storms or a hurricane it wouldn’t be so happily ever after.

XXTruthfulOgrexx · Answer

Absolutely. I just retired at 56 earlier this year and have been traveling looking for just such a place. I haven't found what I am looking for yet but make no mistake I will.

electromagnetic · Answer

Where do I sign up?  Coach, please stop offering me options that I could never have 🥲

nawtee_me · Answer

No, I would move to the mountains and live happily ever after

whistlingwh0res · Answer

My cousin is already doing it. She went to high school and college there. Her father is rich and he bought her a condo

BoopBoopBeep · Answer

Nope. Nice place to visit, wouldn't want to live there. Had enough of hurricanes growing up.

Dinklex3 · Answer

Nah. Not a fan of the beach and can’t swim.

Slim57 · Answer

Probably not, I like the beach but don't want to live there

Radiate143 · Answer

No, because the beach is boring after about an hour.

Fireguy17 · Answer

I could, but I am more of a woods, mountain stream/lake kind of guy.

Unit1 · Answer

That describes me pretty well. Thailand 😍

Kelly6 · Answer

No i like home in woods near a mountain near a waterfall

Sparkie460 · Answer

I'd have a house within walking distance to the beach

Minahh · Answer

No I mean it's nice to visit a beach occasionally, but I can't imagine living there

elizamichale1 · Answer

Oh yessss happily but on a nude beach though

ChicoFromThe305 · Answer

Nah I'm more of a penthouse type of dude

Kingofkings1992 · Answer

No, I’m not a beach person. I like mountains and forests much more

msc545 · Answer

I already live at the beach

Masterodd · Answer

already there!

Worst · Answer

The beach is widely overrated

Nikki1989 · Answer

That would be ideal.

RobT312 · Answer

Sounds like a nice idea. Yeah id do it

CupcakeTheDestroyer · Answer

Not the beach, no. I never liked tropical

sheikalana · Answer

Sounds like a way to live.

AnusNdaPainus · Answer

No I’d live in the mountains

FoyLee · Answer

Hell yeah 100% !!!

jahaims · Answer

Nope

In_Trance · Answer

In a heartbeat

Anonymous · Answer

I have

riverrat3 · Answer

Yess

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