Thought moving to the country would save you money? Think again. Small towns are now seeing home prices and living costs rise even faster than in the city, while paychecks aren’t keeping up. That means bidding wars for fixer-uppers and higher grocery bills for everyone. If you’re dreaming of a rural escape, double-check your budget—country life is starting to pinch wallets just as hard as city living. #RealEstate #housingcrisis #rurallife