I don't want to let the cat out of the bag here, but I've got some "hot spots" to live and trade.
1. Galveston Island Texas: Rebounding after huricane IKE. Apartments are around 500-1,000 USD a month for 1 bedroom...near the beaches and good weather year round for biking, running, hiking etc. Population 60k ish, low crime compared to most places.
2. San Padre Island Texas: Population 2,000! Rent is a little more pricey here but not bad. Crime rates are considered a little high due to the smaller population, but not bad.
I'm heading to Galveston...no snow, no cold! only a hurricane every few years, not bad! lol.