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by Daniel Cordoba, CEA

These days, with the lackluster performance and uncertainty of the stock market, it’s no secret that many investors would prefer to have more choice, and control over, where they invest their retirement accounts. With close ties to the housing market, realtors and other industry professionals are in a prime position to capitalize on a growing trend -investing in real estate with a self-directed IRA.

Tip # 3 - Count on paying cash: The US is known for its impressive schlep of financing schemes, but in other countries, these schemes or mechanisms may not be as sophisticated. For instance, you won’t have dozens of mortgage lenders begging you for your business. In countries like Mexico, Greece and Spain, Ms. Willis says that transferring of property has been historically paid out in cash.