I would be cautious of communities that are on the high end of the corporate tax range.

you have good reason to be cautious  many many Aussies got burned by full blown spruiekers  either aussie based or US based.I wrote and an e book specifically for Aussies on what to look out for when you want to buy in the US... there is no recommendations on companies but I cover all the things you need to educated yourself on. plue Engelo is a friend of mine if you can put up with him he is a good source LOL

Remove those glasses, stomp on them, and replace them with a pair of cautiously optimistic ones.

I would be cautious selling a vehicle that isn't titled to you.

I would be cautious being the first one because you could end up improving too much for the area and not getting the rent bumps you need. 

Great conversation in this group, and good input from @David Fernandez - I can second his thoughts shared on just about everything, but particularly on how cautious one must be when working with "real estate agents".

You'll save money in the long run.As for working with a Realtor, be cautious.

In situations like yours, one should be all the more cautious and aware of their surroundings.

It still sounds like cash is good to have on hand so we'll be cautious with pre-paying loans.Jeff Arndt Thank you for the tip!

It is the normal offer that we get, not knowing the buyer, is what makes us cautious.