Other than the classes I am running for the hills!

Condo's usually have high HOA dues which will eat into your cash flow.

I would imagine most attorneys located around the MA, NH border area plan to make more than $200,000 per year.

.: My wife and I are considering getting a home closer to her family to stay in for extended periods and holidays.   

The amount you'll save off of the purchase price will be significantly more than what the vacancy will cost.

You can find some absolute MTR gems near smaller hospitals that aren't so obvious but ultimately, housing supply in the area is something I'd say is more important coupled with your amenities.

Could be a business decision based on keeping long-term high quality tenants rather than risk the costs on turnover. 

I have been part of a regular meetup for a couple years now and it definitely helps ground you in your local market.

I understand Vermont has slightly more stringent regulations to contend with but it would also be closer for us geographically and thus potentially easier to manage. 

I used to work in finance and we could get clients approved for a HELOC in less than 24 hours which will be much quicker than the cash out finance.