Want to Buy 1st Property But Moving in 2-3 yrs

[Taylor Knott]

I'll try to keep this short. I wan't to buy my first property this year. I've been going through and educating myself to understand what niche, what strategy I want to use and how to analyze properties. I'm 28 have zero debt have retirement going, setting myself up for a career in land surveying and forestry and I have a good chunk of money for a down payment (closing and necessary repairs). 

Ideally I'd love to buy a duplex or triplex. We currently live in Humboldt County in way Northern Ca. However potentially in the next 2-3 years my fiance and I are looking at moving somewhere that is closer to family and a more ideal place for us to live. Would it be advised to buy a duplex or triplex and renovate it up here before and if we move? Or should we continue to keep saving up money and wait until we end up relocating?

I know people talk about the adage being there is no better time than now. But I just wanted some thoughts  from some knowledgeable folks. I appreciate any input.

-Taylor