I recommend a few things:  define what you want to achieve and why investing in the US is the vehicle to achieving that ROI. 

Just focus on running the numbers carefully to ensure the property cash flows or at least covers expenses, and don’t hesitate to lean on resources here for advice.If you’re financing, look into FHA loans, as they’re great for first-time buyers purchasing up to 4-unit properties with low down payments.

@Kathy MerkhI would run from them.

Be that person who set's up some STR's there, runs em there, and really caters it to the US "bucket list" tourist. 

Do you have experience owning and running an STR?

The 15-20 year run people had is gone, so be VERY careful with listening to some of these "real estate gurus." 7.

Doing this would put my new properties making next to nothing, running some rough numbers I may make $100 or $150 per month on new properties with mortgages that are around $1,500 per month. 

If your clients/or yourself put the time into learning and figuring out a niche in the RE world that excites you, start looking for deals that make sense and always run the numbers.

When analyzing properties, it's helpful to run a rental stress test to see if the deal can withstand unexpected challenges.

Would be happy to help with insights into the area and run through numbers.