Do they have the necessary resources to stay on top of all the tax issues such as 1031 exchanges, 754 Step-Ups, etc.Feel free to send me a private message if you have any questions here.A couple articles you can read that will be helpful:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1206189-cost-...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1204912-how-t...

You can't compete against the all-inclusives unless you offer complimentary food and booze or you're cheap, as you seem to be confirming.This being said:1) Properties in Mexico/Cancun trade in USD so you have no foreign exchange risk in Mexico while properties in Colombia are traded in COP, the Colombian peso, which has been tanking over the years, eliminating any hope for capital gains for American investors.2) You can get a mortgage in Mexico but you can't in Colombia so even with lower revenue, Cancun would likely still be more profitable, even if you don't take capital gains into account.3) The political risk is much higher in Colombia, especially at this present time.Is Cartagena a bad investment?

Would love to meet and exchange ideas, especially since I'll be leaving the state in about a year.

., In the middle of the. partial exchange/diversification exchange you are exploring is another very important strategic consideration that can really propel you forward. 

@Ryan Yu, a cash out refinance after a 1031 exchange can be a powerful tool to make your 1031 simple. 

Do they have the necessary resources to stay on top of all the tax issues such as 1031 exchanges, 754 Step-Ups, etc.Feel free to send me a private message if you have any questions here.A couple articles you can read that will be helpful:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1206189-cost-...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1204912-how-t...

I’m planning to take my broker’s exam in the near future to expand my skill set and deepen my involvement in this space.I’d be thrilled to discuss the current state of the market, challenges, and opportunities, and to exchange ideas with others.

BP doesn't let us post emails or phone numbers on forums, but I just sent you a connection request so we can exchange contact info.

So, for instance the court can decide that the note holder of the matured note will receive a new note in exchange for his interest - with the new note amortized over 20 years and bearing a 6% interest rate.  

Half its value relative to what currency exactly?