There is a large difference between someone investing for their own use (because they like the feel) and investing in property in a country which has all the economic indicators which show that it is a wise investment.
People don't invest in bacon stocks and shares because they like bacon, but because they believe the price of bacon will rise.
If you are talking about buying a holiday home/second use/retirement home overseas, I couldn't agree more, people have to get a feel for the place, which is often hard from photos or a weekend trip.
But for investment purposes it's a whole different ball game with totally different reasons for the purchase.
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