Young professionals, University students, South Americans on vacation and too amny bars and dining establishments call this place home.  

American Heritage FCU - They are credit union in Philadelphia area, but I do not believe they have restrictions on residencyI don't know too much about CUs in the Bay area, buy you may want to also look into First Technology Federal Credit Union (Palo Alto), Provident Credit Union (Redwood City).Finally, you can get a list of credit unions that anyone can join here.

However, if you are studying American History or French Literature, your degree may not pay off with the same benefits. :-) 

I also use first American title located in El Cajon.  

Pros and cons:Pros: it's Americanized, you get beautiful West Coast sunsets, The prices are good (but rapidly increasing), you could get good rental rates on short-term rentals during the high season.

It is those that do it wrong that are a drag on society, and sadly there are a lot.

I've worked with Mid American in Lawrence that offers 10% down of the project cost, but will not loan outside of Lawrence.

My name is Erin and I’m an American citizen living in Canada.

Then marketing our own excursions via our hotel (I.e. investment) to mainly North Americans and Europeans.  

According to the American Apartment Owner's Association, the #1 reason is:  'Failure to manage to the lease.'