Many people believe that the United States will continue on its current path towards economic collapse, regardless of which political party may be in power, and they would like to have some way to preserve their wealth so they don't lose everything when the dollar collapses.

Even the most optimistic of people are starting to realize the wisdom of having a second home in another country, especially when that country has a growing housing market rather than a market that is failing fast with no end in site.

We are hearing more and more investors, who have invested in real estate-related projects here, tell us that they can get a better return on real estate investments here than in the United States, England and other so-called first world countries.

Many ex-patriots are happily intermingled with the Ecuadorian people & culture. They enjoy experiencing the natural beauty of Ecuador , having low monthly living costs, and not having to sacrifice any of the comforts that they are accustomed to having in the United States.