The golden handcuffs are a myth. The great majority of those on Expat B have already made a stash and are ready to cash in at any time. Property prices have currently stalled and may well be on the way down. I know a Triple CN who has only had a command just over a year, he's made a load on a double unit in DB and is well into the AC application process. Wants his kids to grow up as Canadians. Many more like him. They all have a Golden Stash, not handcuffs!