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If somebody else is going to be doing the asset management and property management, it may be ok to never see the property as long as you trust the operator you're working with.If you are going to invest in it on your own, I think you need to see it!

I've bought a few trust deeds this year in California, but that's it.

For a mortgage to be valid the deed of trust must state how much is owed.

I suggest you build a good relationship with an appraiser that you trust.

Try the National Apartment Association.Mike

There are a couple lenders that I know of that entertain working with foreign nationals or non perminant residents on loans like that.I'd love to hear about the investments you've done in France.

I live in Dallas, TX, which has one of the top buyer's market in the nation.

Be less trusting of those who stand to make money before you do.

Trustees are used for Deed of Trust transactions.