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Foreign investment in United States real estate has escalated in recent years, the chief attractions appearing to be the relative economic and political stability of the United States, including the legal guaranties against confiscation of private property; the tendency of United States real estate to appreciate in value, often faster than the rate of inflation; the favorable tax treatment available to foreign investors; and, especially since 1978, the relatively lower prices, in terms of foreign currency, resulting from the decline of the dollar. Investments have ranged from agricultural lands to improved property, particularly shopping centers, office and industrial buildings, and hotel and resort facilities. Although certain sections of the country generally have been preferred over others, as prime properties in the more popular investment areas of the country become increasingly rare, foreign investments should become more widespread.

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