I do like certain areas of E Tennessee, but I’m not too concerned about Memphis. I believe the city dwellers will hang close to the city until they no longer have the resources to cause trouble in the countryside.
Memphis is over seven hours and two metro areas away. Not a concern for East Tennessee. Atlanta could be, though.
When it all collapses, I’m heading to Erwin, where they hang elephants for killing people.
Me and the Mrs. area looking to relocate there for retirement. Johnson County area in NE TN...or maybe Johnson City area.
Other than housing availability/prices, gun laws in TN and tax rates...which all look good to me, I haven't done too much detailed research.