Quote from @Matthew Brown: I'm looking to find others invested in the Fairway America Vivo Rancho Cordova syndication deal to discuss their experience with this investment and Fairway America, overall. 

(particularly true for single family homes)  Tom and Aaron may have different experiences.  

With your experience and possible skillset, perhaps finding a company to sponsor you for a green card may be a better option? 

@Blair Ross Jr depends on how much experience you have with investing in rental properties.

I’d love to hear from people on Long Island about your experiences!

@Shawn McCormick is local to the area and can share some of his experiences. 

You need to work with a property manager that has experience with this, unless you plan on doing it yourself.

I want happy campers in my network - you've helped reiterate any deal can be good at the right purchase price.Huh, well, that is a kudos on your level of research or you've got some serious luck on your side because as chance has it I have experience working both with organizations similar to what you described and in leasing by the room. 

This flip at 1272 Lakins Rd, Etna, was a learning experience as it was the first for my business partner and me.

I"ve rented to students and it's mostly been a good experience.