International opportunities only an association away. (includes listing of real estate associations featuring international opportunities) (Career Development) (Column)

From: Real Estate Weekly | Date: August 18, 1993| Author: Merdinger, Susan | Copyright information

Foreign buying activity has increased over the last decade. Foreign buyers, whether individuals or institutions, have had strong interest in owning real estate in the United States. Although that interest may have slowed down over the last few years, those of us who are interested and involved in International real estate activities can attest to the fact that there is still a healthy interest and serious acquisition activity from abroad.

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