Some friends and I were having a discussion recently on the cost of living in various areas of the country. I was pleased and surprised to find out that North Carolina is less expensive than other places to live. Even after our recent phenomenal growth North Carolina Mortgages are still a pretty good deal. Since mortgage rates are a pretty good indicator of the general cost of living, I can continue to say The Tarheel State is a great place to live. Of course, I’ve always known that, but now I can say the numbers back up my opinion, LOL!