Knowledge is the new Currency.

At one you need 100% of your purchase price within 5 minutes.One place doesn't take cash, I thought US currency was good everywhere in the country.Another place won't take either personal or business checks.

Imagine what the current market would look like if the fed wasn't pegged @0% and the base currency hadn't experienced a 400% increase.

Kash Mahdi Larry Smet hosts a monthly meeting in Toronto that you want to attend - Canadians investing in the US.To get you started,Reading material:"South of 49""Fire sale" Both by Philip MckernanTalk to a cross border accountant about entity structure.Setup an account with RBC, TD, or BMO as they have sister banks in the US that can get you financing (you don't need a Canadian account with them but it will make things easier for you).On currency - find an opportune time(s) to exchange funds and have it sitting in USD before you need it.Asides from entity structure, taxes, and financing all other principals of investing "out of state" apply.

Thanks for responding to me and I am very excited to work with members, meet new people and participate in discussions helping all make more spendable changeable currency!

I'm looking for a bank that can hold multiple currencies, with good conversion rates, where I can set up local bank accounts to pay local utility bills, send out local currency (e.g.

Can I accept crypto currency as rent payment through my llc?

-Puerto Rico tends to be very attractive for travelers due to several facts that distinguish us from similar vacation spots near by:1) It is a completely different country from the US with unique cultural differences ranging from food, music, language, history, customs, etc. but still having the many advantages of never actually leaving the US / so you get the best of both worlds (experiencing a foreign country without actually taking the risks of leaving a US territory).2)US currency is used, so no need to go thru the hassle of money exchange and conversion headaches.3) No visa or passport needed to travel4)You can find people that speak english in most areas of the island so no big issues with translation.5) You can also find some familiar and popular chain stores if any last minute items are needed.Now one of the most important facts to take into account is how the hotel industry works.

The books below have not really “taught” me a single thing for Real Estate Investments but it has most definitely changed the way I think (outside the box) about currency, 401k’s, cash flow and taxes to say the least.

These include: The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS) and the banking departments of various states also regulate financial institutions.Traditional Bank Cons:Possibly Lengthy Application ProcessStrict Underwriting Guidelines including financial documents to support debt to income ratiosLonger Underwriting Times that can go between 45-60+ days depending on property.Private Lender Pros:Fast & Easy Application Process due to being asset-based lender.Credit Score less of a factor as the weight is based on ability to make payments and not debt-to-income ratios.Generally quick funding turnaround between 5-10 business days.