Along with the same client is building a small resort on one of the Islands. to me the pros are things are based on english law and english is the language of the country.for us where at our age health care is important I would not choose to live there as an x pat.

He is not in great health overall even prior to the stroke. 

Health is your wealth! 

I can see my retirement (401k, Roth IRA), my liquidity (index funds/personal emergency fund/RE emergency fund), health related expenses (HSA), kids college (529 state plan), savings (HYSA), Real Estate equity (through appreciation, equity capture at the buy, loan paydown) etc.

The human factor is essential here.... 

Liability claims typically arise as a result of property damage, human injury, or human death.

I don't think any rational human being is expecting smart decisions to come from the Minneapolis government.

Factor in things like credit health, de­bt load, and financing options.

There are lenders who will do the loan if no health or safety issues even with litigation (depending on the details). 

call county health department and verify that this is the rule.I have never heard of  3year inspections required by a county health department does not mean its not true but I would want to verify that.