On one hand, it enhances the sense of security, potentially making these regions more attractive and boosting property values.

Though you, and many other, agents may act to a high standard of morality, its been my direct experience that the industry has more than its fair share of actors who are far less ethical, and interested only in closing a deal.

Jorge Morales -- I'm also interested in Fajardo.  

However, an anticipated decrease in interest rates later this year could boost long-term returns.

In the worst of conceivable downturns you've taken risk off the table with every free and clear property (other than normal carrying costs) while using the leverage to boost returns on the properties you leave at risk. 

Wholesaler A or MLS.Is this some kind of joke or moral victory or something?

I am not currently investing there, but I know the area.My general opinion is that as the areas you mentioned get built up things will creep out and Chelsea is as likely as any place to get some of the action.Even if it doesn't get a lot of development it will get a boost just because of the lack of affordable housing and rentals in the other outer areas.I actually did a blog post a few weeks ago on the year over year condo market in Chelsea (Condos since they are like >80% of the SF units in the city).  

Couple of years too late @Mario Morales!

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