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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Not sure if this is the right forum, but I’m selfishly wanting to get out of the DMV.  My kids are for the most part happy (4th, 2nd, k) with school and social life. But I’m tired of rat race here…living in a tiny house (plus crazy mkt to even upgrade) and class sizes of 25+ (APS) and working crazy hours just to make it all work…and beginning to wonder what the end game is.  I’d love to move back to my hometown where we’d be near family, good schools (though, I know not perfect either) and better COL. Has anyone done this? It’s funny what I worry most is my husband won’t be happy. He went to school here so would be leaving friends (as would I).

I should add we both have jobs we can do anywhere and I’d be able to cut back on working. If not quite all together.

Just wondering if I’m having “the grass is always greener” syndrome…

Please no mean comments. Just really curious others who have made a move and if it was worth it. 
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Did it.

Moved to be near spouse’s family in small city.

I wasn’t thrilled, but spouse had a new career opportunity that sweetened the pot for them.

Not always easy but has turned out well.

Kids benefitted from being near family and exposure to new activities. Made friends and are thriving.

Spouse got to spend time with family, which proved important as some close relatives died unexpectedly after we moved to area.

As for me? I got to switch to less demanding, more fun career and have time to pursue some hobbies when spouse’s family do things with kids.

Red flag in your case is value prop for your spouse. What exactly do they get out of this?

If you can’t provide a compelling answer, could be a problem.

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