Searching for the right buy before starting making any offers

[Nathan Ashram]

Hi All 

Im a first time buyer/investor (the reason for investment is because I cant afford right now to buy where I live) and after watching, reading listening, I need an experienced advise.  

I have 2 locations that i'm interested to but/invest in a house for few personal reasons. (which one of it is I might move to the area in a year or so). 

My budget is 250K-270K. 

1. Hollywood/Fort Lauderdale Florida - at this location it will allow me to get a 1 or 2 bd condo. 

2. Houston TX - it will allow me a 3bd house. 

from an investor prospective: which one is the best to go with? (area wise). Im not familiar with those markets and I might be good with either, but wanted to get an expert opinion. 

If my question is too broad please let me know.

Thank you 

Nathan