Americans curious to see how inflation-adjusted home prices are doing in various parts of the country, can find the answer courtesy of this interactive map from Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies, which reveals what prices are doing in various parts of the country. http://www.zerohedge.com/news/2017-07-09/mapping-a...

The insurance company is American Strategic Insurance.

.* Follow NJ Transit (Tenants that travel by train to work pay there rent usually)* Rents are usually much more competitive at strong train stops (Especially the Express Stops to and from NYC)* Evaluate the tax balance of industry to residential in the towns* Evaluate the school systems (renters that have kids stay longer and pay there rent)* Assure what you are pre-qualified to purchase

I have shown property in Rockford, there are some "slumly" areas, pardon the expression.

It seems to me that a number of threads on BP (not necessarily this one) are started with the express purpose of jerking our collective chain. 

I cannot express in words how excited, scared, and whatever else I am.

The expression "too many cooks in the kitchen" comes to mind.

I am sure you will find people with knowledge of your area.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/76-americans-international-real-estateWelcome and hope to see you around!

Should I ask for local lenders or does anyone know if American banks will offer a mortgage for international real estate?

My credit union has expressed interest as well as several individuals here on BP