Aussie thinking about buying real estate in USA

The western tidewater of Va. is very nice. You get 4 seasons but it never gets to hot or to cold thanks to Atlantic Ocean. Can get humid during July & August but their is always an ocean breeze even 45 miles from Atlantic. Winter is mild with occasional snow that melts quickly. Area is protected by outer banks of nc from major hurricanes. Hunting & fishing is awesome and you are only 45min from va. beach & Chesapeake bay. Best thing is the classic car scene is awesome. Property is still affordable as I am getting ready to list my 2400 sq ft home for $180,000.