Check the regulations before investing in any country.

It is an interesting concept as they are regulated by both the SEC and the DRE.

I will say that because of all the "credit crunch" talk the regulators are wanting my bankers to reduce from 80% to 75% LTV.

It could mean that Bush is just restating what already exists or he could be indicating that more people will qualify for a tax free settlement.

Here is some basic info.There is no requirement that the lender on a piece of real estate has to be a bank or regulated financial institution.Sellers can choose to accept monthly payments rather than being completely paid off when they sell.

For the past 40 years, we've averaged between 3-5% appreciation per year.Here are some numbers:Sales Jan 2006 – July 2006Houses Under Contract 10042Houses Sold & Closed 8811Average Selling Price $172,273Median Sales Price $138,500Sales Jan 2007 – July 2007Houses Under Contract 10213Houses Sold & Closed 8998Average Selling Price $173,845Median Sales Price $139,900% Change from 2006 to 2007Houses Under Contract 1.7% IncreaseHouses Sold & Closed 2.1% IncreaseAverage Selling Price 1.0% IncreaseMedian Sales Price 1.0% IncreaseWhile it doesn't represent a complete picture of the market, it at least shows some indication of strengthening.The number of total properties on the market is still relatively heavy compared to several years ago - but at least the rate that they are coming off the market is starting to increase.Generally speaking, partially due to the media frenzy about the "disastrous real estate market" - its still a good time to buy investment properties, or move up from your existing home.Its generally not a good time for a lateral move, or downsizing.

The reason I say this is due to the liability of the mortgage originator wraping an existing mortgage under the initial objection of an existing lender.

I was going to send an email to the OH regulator but they do not list an email address.

OSHA has regulations that apply, and it is a serious bio-hazard concern.

Ryan Site don´t exists on BP.