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To: Ilaine who wrote (81118)	10/10/2011 4:43:59 AM
From: average joe	Respond to of 217545

I've tinkered with the idea of buying real estate in Vegas for a couple of years and met a lot of stressed out people trying to hold on that bought when things were high. Also found some incredible deals. Made up my mind not to risk being taxed in two countries, giving up free medical and the uncertainty of a slightly wobbling US political system. Don't get me wrong I think the US is still the best country in the world. Canada would not exist without it being south of us. Don't want the headache of more taxes, insurance and maintenance and wondering what was happening to my abode the six months in Canada. The other consideration is you can rent palatial accommodations for cheap and just walk away when you're done. What could be better than that. I knew someone that had AS. I think he wanted to connect badly but could not get past whatever it was that held him back. Super smart and lots of degrees and scholarships. It ended badly a few years ago.

To: Ilaine who wrote (81118)	10/10/2011 12:01:11 PM
From: Hawkmoon	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 217545

Ilaine, What's your reading on the MERS controversy? There's been a lot of discussion as to how MERS may be illegal since it circumvents the traditional county recorder offices (ie for laymen: if it's not recorded at the county level, it's not legal). I also see that there was $2 million fine levied against a foreclosure mill in NY the other day.. nationalmortgageprofessional.com I tend to side with those who believe MERS is illegal, and that selling off mortgage notes into an MBS is extremely harmful to our financial system.. Banks should keep their loans on their books. Just curious what you think? Hawk