Having moved from Seattle area after 15 years to Tampa -- and having purchased a 2 acre property for my family (wife, 3 kids, 3 dogs).  we need 2 acres.<p>Having owned a number of houses - the biggest reason is peace.  I&#x27;ve owned houses where I felt the neighbors looked in your back window, everyone could hear what others are doing in their yard around you...<p>Walking out and having a bit of space is wonderful.  And tools like slack and hangouts are making it easier to work remotely as well.