I used to live in Denver, and the winters here are harder. I moved to NH from Las Vegas, NV, so the winters take some getting used to. That said, keeping the fires of liberty burning will help you stay warm through the cold months. Or try one of Joe's wood-burning stoves.
Please try to attend the Liberty Forum March 5-8. If you'd like to tour some real estate opportunities here during your visit, let me know.
I agree with Dale and Keyser in that we have not yet hit bottom in the R.E. market. However, if you are going to finance a purchase, as most Americans do, now is very close to the perfect storm, or sweet spot, of purchasing -- with low prices and low interest rates. Lock in to a 15- or 30-year loan in today's dollars and pay it back in future, devalued FRNs or Ameros, and you're golden. I'm a buyer in today's market, this year.
Despite what some local commercial R.E. investors tell me, I believe that the commercial market will lag the residential market by 12-18 months, leading to significant deals in commercial buildings next year. Although I'd love to buy one now, I think it's better to purchase residential this year and commercial next year. Keep in mind that the trough here won't be as bad as the rest of the country. NH is not immune, but it is less impacted by US problems.
That's my 2 cents. Let us know how we can make your visit more enjoyable or informational.
Mark
Porcupine Realtor