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Homesteading is growing in popularity, as Americans look to get back to the basics. While images of log cabins out in the woods or farms miles away from civilization come to mind, you could technically homestead in a heavily populated area such as a neighborhood if you wanted.
Wherever you live, you’ll discover an entirely new sense of independence not only because you’re “living off the grid” and away from society, but because you are no longer dependent on outside sources, such as grocery stores and restaurants, for your survival.
Here are the important aspects of homesteading:
1. Plan Ahead
You can’t just start homesteading by blindly thinking you can copy what people do on outdoor TV shows. You have to put a solid plan in place before you can take any action. Assess what your long-term goals are. Do you want to live entirely on your own food or only partially so? Do you want to be completely off the grid? Are you making your home more self-sufficient, or do you plan on purchasing and taking care of 50 acres or more of land? You can know everything there is to know about homesteading, but without a plan you’ll run into mishaps and troubles down the road.
Source: http://www.offthegridnews.com/how-to-2/9-crucial-steps-for-the-first-time-homesteader/