This is what I would do if somebody approached me and I was unfamiliar with the area.

A)    Get there proposal or business plan, explaining what they do, how they do it, how long they have done and some facts and figures on specific properties.

     Ask for web sites of the local real estate agents so you can check out the prices in the area. Taking into consideration the difference between the asking price and actual selling price.

C)    If you like the numbers they presented and then the research you have done on the web it is time to make a phone call or have them call you. You can call VOIP (Skype) now for 2 cents a minutes any where in the world.

D)    If everything has gone well to that point it is time to take a vacation and meet the person face to face. And let me say, there is no place better to visit than Pattaya, that’s why I am here. Ask them to show you some properties they have done, meet the real estate agents they do business with, meet the contractors that work for them, and finally look at the properties they are presently suggesting.

E)     If that all went well, time to invest in a small unit. If your ROI meets your standards, well by all means let’s upgrade to the next level.

This was real quick explanation of what I would do, if you have any more questions I will be glad to answer them.

This is where you can find a few condos I have done. http://www.freewebs.com/billaaa777/