Where would you buy?

[Matt Blutowski]

Wifey and I live overseas, but spend between 2 and 3 months of the year in the USA. We usually crash with parents/friends, but are tired of this!! We want to find our own place. I have considered renting, but am considering buying a place that could be rented while we are not there. We would keep the home for at least 4 years, possibly more.

I would consider any part of the US, with a preference for the East coast. If you were me, where would you look (or should I just rent??).

My criteria: Under 220k, with ability to rent during the winter months to defer part/all of the mortgage.

Any guidance would be appreciated.

[Kevin Macadam]

Have you considered New Hampshire? You have the lakes in the summer and spring, the leafers in the Autumn and skiing in the winter. A year round destination!