Aussie thinking about buying real estate in USA

I see people retire from the North and move South, say Fl. Some find they love the year round warm and no snow, others find they miss the 4 seasons. I have surmised there is no absolute perfect place to live, just as us humans are never perfect!
My only real suggestion to the OP is travel as much f this country as possible, take the time to travel OFF the interstates, so you can see the real country, and take time to meet the locals and get a feel for the mindset of a certain area.
When you do buy keep in mind that you are not tied down to that home, buy so you can sell if you desire and not lose any $.
I agree this is a fun thread hearing from everyone scattered all over.