There's no way people with standard American salaries of 40 to 90k can afford that or am I missing something? 

You are the one that puts deals together in a win-win-win fashion for all parties.

My wife volunteers with a non-profit organization that helps international refugees and immigrants learn English and assimilate into American culture. 

@Keith Rivera as mentioned by other BPers, the section 8 program can be used in the fashion that your business plan determines.However, you still need to screen the section 8 tenants just as you would any non-section 8 tenant, to ensure that you have the best fit for your property.

Hey Ryan,I saw this article on Moneywatch about Pro American Football Player Ryan Broyles and thought it may be of interest.http://www.marketwatch.com/story/nfl-player-ryan-b...It basically details how he understands the value of money, lives on $5000.00 a month and invests the majority of his money for the future. 

Almost every podcast and book I've read clearly states in some form or fashion the importance of JUST DOING IT.

I am a firm believer in education, systems and good old fashion hard work.What systems are you using?

That sounds exactly like what I was looking for.You just kickstarted my American real estate dream again.I'm amazed how helpful this site can be.Now if I can only figure the taxation part between the US & Belgium out I should be well on my way.

Sometimes asset types get 'in fashion.'  

He opened the first Thai/American real estate company in Thailand back in 2002 and recently asked me if I would like to come on board with him helping him find funding and putting deals together.