But even if the “debt” gets cheaper we might have messed up supply chains.Supply ChainsEven if the US “mitigates the issue” If supply chains are ****ed up in China etc- appliance packages could spike, vinyl flooring, carpet, etc etc InventoryThat being said even let’s say you have a waive of defaults you’re going to have months before properties become vacant and for sale.

Fly-to destinations with lots of visitors from China, Italy, and other already-impacted countries are getting cancelled HARD. 

China doesn't comply with the trade deal, what if ... you don't have the same opportunity to put in an offer in a year from now.

Based upon data from China, South Korea, and Japan, the death rate from corona virus is about 1-2% on people infected.  

China is not forthcoming with information so the stats can't be trusted.

I have friends who holds hundreds prime short term rentals in China, Korea and Japan. 

So we are looking to protect our money in another country, we know the bussines, property managment, repairs and manteinance (the way this people make money is the same there, here and in china)  buy and sell (people behind a commision don't care about your invesment, here is the same), that's why we are looking for locals, or some experience, of succesfull operations, good solid stable markets, where we can invest and grow.

@Tehane GallimoreIll wash my apartment extra thorough after I have my guests from NYC, California, and China.

I also feel due to my position and life experience this is an area I have a relative competitive advantage in so I want to start here.I live in China, speak fluent Chinese, as well as having a Chinese Fiancee and a large network of wealthy investors hoping to get some money out of China to diversify and potentially provide opportunities for future Children.

@Dominic Royles we manage rentals for several investors in your part of the world: Australia, New Zealand, China, Hong Kong, New Caledonia:)