I don't know.I think many U.S investors are comfortable investing in their own back yard.Investing in another country there is so many unknowns and increased risk.There should be thousands of local investors in Russia and Turkey.I would think the local route would be better.The local investors would understand the risk and dynamics of their country.If local investors are not wanting to fund it that should speak volumes about potential issues or to low of a return for the project.

David - occassionally I need a reminder, too, that my prospect somehow believes that ought to be digging for unknown gold, on his claim, with my fingernails.

That technically and legally puts any unknown defendants on notice that they must enter an appearance in the lawsuit and present evidence as to their claims to the property.  

Discovering a real, previously unknown issue is one thing (I will do well and septic tests and rarely anything more).

The ability to manage properties quietly, unseen and unknown is exactly what attracts me to the idea. 

As the 2nd image shows, zestimate can also pop up for reasons unknown to me (perhaps someone makes an offer?).  

House has been under the same ownership for 25 years and state of roof is "unknown" in the disclosure.

Your only other unknowns should be some back property taxes if you didn't check, and any HOA debts if in an HOA.

I have a 2008 HHR with 171K (bought new w/cash)2002 GMC 1500HD 140K (bought new w/cash)2000 Chevy Astro Van 240K (bought used w/cash)1963 Ford Falcon miles unknown, (bought used w/cash 30+ years ago)1978 F250 4x4 Supercab, miles unknown, (bought used w/cash)

Sometimes the unknown is the way to go be cautious but really what's the worst that can happen you loose your shirt I'm sure you'll find away to buy a new one good luck