It's truly good for society, and I make a really nice profit that rolls into the new homes, while allowing the 12-25% cash on cash return to fund the things above.

The difference can be significant- it certainly has been in San Francisco.2- as for gentrification itself, the irony is not lost on me that a well educated African American woman should not improve a neighborhood:)  you can think of yourself as a positive example for an impoverished community.

Hi all and thanks for responding@Chris TanYour suggestions about finding someone in Israel are great, and that is on of my missionsActually I just came back from a friend of mine - American, and he gave me some phone numbers and other contact information of people here that invest in the US, and people in the US that invest in real estate, so it is a good startUntil now I was actually gave up on this idea, and start looking for investment here in my country, although it is expensive (and yes..our low priced areas more expensive than bigger houses in the US) for two reasons:1.

See Jay Z and Beyonce are just like regular Americans....except their mortgage is about $250,000 a month...They are reportedly billionaires but..I guess they wanted to lock in that low 4% interest.It would be pretty fascinating to see the financial records and income streams of some of these ultra wealthy folks.I wonder what type of real estate they might own besides personal residences if any. 

But i was raised in a society and family where college is a must if you want to succeed.

The interest rates are higher, and some doctor's see the "little money" or "no money down" as an opportunity to over-purchase (as many Americans do anyway).

US property may only be exchanged for other US property and a very few exceptions of territories that include the USVI, Guam, and American Samoa (but not Puerto Rico).  

In 3 words, "The American Dream"Legacy of financial freedom and independence for my children.I grew up with extremely dedicated 1st generation immigrant parents who sacrificed a tremendous amount of their life for their children and no amount of money can replace their love and hard work for my sister and I.However, as they face retirement - hard work was not enough to keep them from depending on government social security and their kids.  

American Modern does not have limits.Don't forget Flood insurance!

We get very good returns in Minneapolis but a condo is not the first thing I would point to  I guess what I'm saying is raise the bar of expectation or someone will sell you something and run-LOLYou are thinking like an American.