MARKETS
United States of America
The US has the largest and most technologically powerful economy in the world, with a per capita GDP of $42,000. In this market-oriented economy, private individuals and business firms make most of the decisions, and the federal and state governments buy needed goods and services predominantly in the private marketplace.
Why Invest in the United States of America?
Capital Growth: Like Australia and New Zealand parts of the USA have experienced some tremendous capital growth – but this growth has not been experienced nation wide. With such diverse markets and micro economies, there are MANY opportunities for the determined investor to seek capital growth opportunities. There are many areas on the rise that are strongly projected to continue that rise.
Cash Flow: It is possible to buy properties in Capital Growth areas that have strong cash flow. 10-25% in some areas.
Equity: It is possible to buy properties well below market value. “the profit is made when you buy – not when you sell” Robert Kiyosaki author of 'Rich Dad Poor Dad'. Investing in the USA affords new markets to our investor clients. The Foreclosure market presents opportunities not available to investors in Australia and New Zealand. Banks are often satisfied to dispose of properties for the outstanding mortgage value.
Market Diversity: A city the size of Houston with over 5 million people, or its closest major city San Antonio with over 2 million people has a tremendous amount of variety for residential or commercial investment. Within these cities alone are several areas that are markets within themselves.
Array of financial products: To qualified investors – there seems to be no end of financial investment products available. While it is true that overseas investors can pay a 2% premium on interest points – through traditional sources of finance, often the interest rates are still equal to or lower than what we have available to us back in Australia and New Zealand. It would seem that there are more ways to do a real estate deal.