Thanks for the feedback. I neglected to mention my wife is from Mexico so we can own free and clear any property including close to the coast. As to why are we interested?
1. Oceanfront home under 1m… 1 acre lot, steps down to secluded beaches that stretch for miles … Could never afford anything similar in San Diego… Made of real concrete not sticks… Property taxes of a few hundred dollars per year
2. Gorgeous clean ocean, surf, fishing, snorkeling, great water temp
3. Low cost healthcare
4. Low cost help/ maid
5. Nice climate not as humid as further south
6. 2 hr direct flight from San Diego
7. San Jose is a very nice town with low crime restaurants galleries… Had a seafood feast with beers for 20 bucks
Main concern is hurricanes and liquidity (as mentioned property doesn’t seem to be moving very fast)