I’ve always wondered about this about inflation, the mortgage might be easier to pay off, but the rise in the cost of property taxes and utilities will offset that.
I’ve always been a believer in deeper preps than just a few months of food, but a few acres if you can afford it, with a water source, plus heirloom seeds, a means to hunt, and chickens.
But I’m kind of quirky that way, I tend to prep like a Great Depression is around the corner. I think stories passed down from my grandparents steered me that way.
That is very smart of you to be self sustainable. Water source is crucial. Plus ability to defend yourself and property from those that didn’t prepare.