Maybe they're tired of investing in real estate and would rather put their money elsewhere. 30 years of tax deferral lets you hold onto the government's money for 30 years.

So, the government is providing a solution to something to which there is no problem.  

There is no personal loan for non owner.Loans are organized like this for non owners:1-4 can be a conventional or government backed or DSCR or bank statement loan- lots of variety in products.

Unless there is some government intervention on government backed mortgage programs I don't see rates going back to 4% range. 

Marie (SSM) , but the provincial government and city seem to be focused on revitalizing the community! 

Anyone have any experience leasing commercial space to the government.

Lessons learned: it's about buying up investment properties in well maintained buildings governed by HOAs who are willing to invest prudently in their property.

However, if you are worried about being sued, you should use the best level of protection that you can afford.Your state laws: The laws governing asset protection vary from state to state.

People are tired of government removing property rights and coddling criminals.

I know some state and local governments have laws on STR and of course thats a important factor.