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Buying island properties

Thinking of buying an island? Sounds wonderful, right? While the end product may be great there may be unseen obstacles along the way...even after you've purchased your new property. Make sure your island broker is licensed. Make sure you have the legal right to own land in the desired country.Times Online reporter Jack Barker recommends obtaining a lawyer, staying a week on the property you want to buy, seeking advice of the locals, surveying structures such as jetties, and making sure you have a fresh water supply. Follow the author as he researches buying an island.

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