[header] How to start in property investment abroad [title] Make sure you are permitted to buy property. [step] In some countries, foreigners aren't permitted to buy property at all. In others, foreigners can only buy property in certain areas, or when purchased through a trust. 
Before you get too invested in finding your dream property, make sure you're allowed buy, own, and sell property in the target country. [substeps] The philippines, for instance, doesn't allow foreigners to buy property at all.