What do you think?

i think the best place to live in rught now is like somewhere in france or spain the prices are quiet less their now. and its a beatiful place (barcelona,madrid,paris)

Well, I'd have to say that Texas is not a cheap state to live in and neither is North Carolina. Maybe you should make your choice around your job and lifestyle choice and check out the tax brackets in the state you choose. My, state of mind sends me to the Middle of America, up North. It feels safe...