But then, as I said before only due to the fact that the exchange rate does not make it worth my while to consider it....yet.As we speak....$1 will give you R8.50.

Just wanted to exchange some ideas and see what's working for all you investors out there.

If you can get one that has exchange privileges that would be good.

Exchanging the deposit for July rent is not something I would normally consider unless they were out and left the place rent ready, but, would be an option to consider.

Has owned them for 15 years or so, and got them financed via the Maine State Housing Authority -- which gives you super low interest rate in exchanged for rent caps.

You might exchange the property on a 1031 to increase your basis, but selling in most cases would hurt the wealth you worked so hard to create.

Lets review what eminate domain means, It means that the government reserve the right to confiscate private property for the good of the people in exchange for compensation without the owner's consent.Now, if anyone believe that the US government will confiscate private property to give to China, this person must be a fool.

Bloomberg states this: “In talks with Clinton, China will ask for a guarantee that the U.S. will support the dollar’s exchange rate and make sure China’s dollar-denominated assets are safe,†said He in Beijing. “That would be one of the prerequisites for more purchases.†https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/310/topics/35940-or-is-it-an-honor-to-pay-the-taxes-?

Specifically, a "lease" is the written document used to grant possession, but not ownership, rights from one person to another in exchange for a (typically) monthly payment.

Realtor seems to think one could work out a deal with the Lien holders for the homes in exchange for lot fees due.