The vast land of North America is known for its iconic landmarks and various beautiful destinations worth visiting. In this land, adventure is king. Fresh lobster served off a Maine pier, oysters and champagne in a Vancouver wine bar, beer and pizza at a Midwestern pub – these are just a few ways to dine à la Americana.

United States is the key destination for global investors - foreigners invest here in order to diversify their portfolio risk, especially if returns in U.S. financial markets have little correlation with returns in their own country's domestic financial markets.

South America is filled with natural beauty, unique environments, and complex ecosystems. Significant service and hospitality industries, as well as, second-home and retirement markets, depend on preserving the natural environment. The total contribution of travel and tourism to GDP for South America is significant:

CARIBBEAN: 15.2% of GDP, US $62 billion, 13.8% of employment

LATIN AMERICA: 8.7% of GDP, US $336 billion, 8% of employment

Although Europe is the second smallest continent, it is extremely diverse in geography, climate, and culture. Each European country has its own rich history, culture, and laws that are important to know for conducting any type of real estate transaction.

The countries and cultures of Europe are always evolving, as they still are today. A major source of change in recent decades has been the impact of the European Union. EU decisions affect real property choices made by individuals and businesses.