In cold climates you want to make sure the deepened perimeter of the slab is below the frost line so the expansion of frozen soil doesn't heave the building up, but if it has been fine since the 50's you should be ok.

In today's climate, if your not doing a larger deal with a loan of >$1MM, chances are your going to be doing looking to do a sale (possibly a land sale) via a contract for deed.  

Most people from warm climates don't believe me that there are nice winter days but their are!

Google the company name Climate Smith, you would see his contact info there.

I look for properties that are:1- near major places of employment that is relevant to todays business climate 2- Close to Hospitals 3- Close to Universities 4- Close to Transportation (Major Hwys, bus, train and ferry services).

This is very nice in cold climates so you don't end up with frozen pipes and other damage. 

This may work in certain climates or seasonally, but I've ran into issues with it during "in-between" seasons where both cooling and heating was needed, so I ultimately just turned it off.

Some unexpected costs with the front enclosed porch really hurt but it is now climate controlled and extra living space.  

Hello All,I am aware that seasonal climate may sometimes be a determining factor when renters are deciding whether to move and when potential home owners are considering purchasing a residence.

I believe windows will be a much larger deal up in the cold climates than down south.