And on that note, be cautious that other subs may remain unpaid and come after you in the future for payment.

I am a novice investor and a naturally cautious (though not entirely risk averse) person.

You're right to be cautious but honestly, no matter how much you learn beforehand, you're still going to make mistakes.

Please everyone,  be cautious.

Check with a local Realtor there first if you want to be cautious.

@Vincent Roache be cautious taking advice from any non-CA investors.

Be cautious of other extended family members looking to tap you for a Loan (G-I-F-T).

@Steve Vaughan banking is much different on the other side of the pond.But that all said.. yes interesting background.. on your self dealing financing I am surprised your lenders have not connected the dots.. but then again not always the sharpest tools.. you would have a tax return for those entities they should be able to see they are yours :)@Fredrik Kaarem  this is a very nice forum.. but just like any where in the world there are a lot of scammers that troll BP looking for newer investors and those with money.. so be vary cautious when your approached by those with great ideas and your money.I think you are on the right track keep your investments close to you where you can keep an eye on them..

@Daniel RongoI’d be cautious with Barcelona, the political situation is very shaky and some more turmoil could seriously spook foreign investors and crash the market

As a real estate investor I would be cautious of just finding any agent.