There is so much opportunity in RE in the US, plus I will be treated better (hopefully) as an American in my own home country.

Hi @Mel HayesYou need to set up a self-directed IRA with checkbook control.I use Sean with American IRA.

I ended up with:JONATHAN CISNEROS, AGENT | AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE10100 Mukilteo Speedway | Suite 104 | Mukilteo, WA 98275Office: 425.513.8723 | Fax: 425.356.2599He has been great.

Apologies if this matter has been discussed before but I'm curious to know:Do the American and European property investor see South Africa as an emerging market?

Not many American municipalities are looking realistically at this yet, but over the next decade I'll bet the it will become more of a front burner issue

I have one of my rentals grandfathered in at a low rate with American Family but they have not been competitive on my newer properties.

Hello Mary,[REMOVED]You should also keep an eye on the interest rates and loans given to Americans/Canadians on their purchase down here....

~45,000 homesStarwood Colony/ Waypoint Homes / Colony American Homes 30,000 homes Both companies are public, which makes their SEC filings an exciting read for any experienced buy and hold investor.

Remember, the French just love it when Americans stay on their cell phones posting things when they are in museums.Just kidding.Have a great time.

I find that there are significant cultural issues there that will surprise the average American, and you have to be careful about construction quality.