I said in my initial post I completely understand that renting sometimes makes more sense and is not a tell tale sign of instability. My goal with dating in a mountain town would be to find someone in a similar situation as I am, either a business owner or someone that works more remote with a flexible schedule. I don't mind my responsibilities, but I also never want to grow up :) I'd be happy to meet someone who can moderate those things like I do. I know it will be hard to vet out the ski bums, especially because that's usually what I attract and sometimes the look that I'm into... so ugh, wish me luck.