[quote=SD Realtor]Now I would definitely agree with you on that point Shoveler.
When the govt does decide to take away assets, it is much easier for them to simply lock up the banks, trading firms, etc.
However once they do that, I presume taking property is not far behind.[/quote]
I think Shoveler is referring to the foreign countries taking assets from “corrupt” businessmen, traders, etc. IOW, the Chines govt taking assets from Chinese businessmen, so these people buy RE in other countries (like the U.S.) to help protect their wealth.