It is very easy to purchase property in Ecuador. You can buy real estate as a tourist. Prices of properties in Ecuador are more competitive than others countries and property taxes and manteinance fees are very low. You can purchase the property directly in your name the name of your trust or a company as you prefer. Also, to travel to Ecuador is very feasible enter as a tourist for 90 days, get and extension up to six months or get a yearly visa. Finally to get a residence visa is the easier and faster in the latin america region.” (This presentation has no accompanying PowerPoint slideshow.)