For example, I live in New York, but invest in South Africa (which is where I was born and raised).

I was born in Henderson, moved to Whitehouse when I was 4 and then to Forney when I was 5.  

Yes, Elisabeth - born and raised in Northern Cal.

Collin Borns Some of it boils down to price.

Here is a graphic from census.gov  So I would say that the people being born here are far ourpacing the young people leaving the state.  

I'd like to purchase a 1 - 4 unit right after birth on behalf of the child...when he/she graduates from high school he/she would have this property free and clear...could then leverage it for more investment, keep renting it and enjoy the cash flow, sell it to pay for college...whatever.What is the best way to proceed with this so that I maintain control for approx 18 years but then pass it on...what about taxes for the 18 years...how to transfer the property or is it titled to and infant?

(Born and raised in NB!)

I would be weighing whether having a pool as an infant is more beneficial than having financially fit parents for an entire childhood.

I am born and raised in Oakland and have owned homes here but yes it is in its own niche.  

As someone born and raised here I've looked a lot.