Should I consider renting to a family who just moved to the US?

[Vinson Lee]

Hi All,

My property is up for rent and I've been getting lots of interest.  One family that is interested just moved to the states from another country.  They really need to rent a place while they are waiting for a new house to be built. They say they just bought a brand new home, but construction will take a year.  They seem like a decent family.  They are willing to have a one year contract.  They are also willing to show bank accounts, but it will be from another country.  The main thing though is that they may be willing to pay for 6 months rent up front or maybe even the full year upfront.  

If I do consider renting to them, is there anything that I need to check?  If they do pay me the full year, does that make them a good tenant?  I feel for their situation and would like to help them out but at the same time don't want to take any more risk than I normally would.  What do you guys think?  What would make you rent to them or not?

Thanks