Again its a HUGE project that im planning not a couple houses to be handed to problem citizens.

But if you're a US citizen with a job or business overseas, don't you still have to file a US tax return and pay (less credits for taxes in another country) US income tax?

I am not a US citizen but live in NY.

That said, I have a couple of quick questions:- If you pay an unincorporated individual (private citizen, non-business entity) more than $600 do you have to issue a 1099-MISC?

BTW, that isn't the exact wording I am using, but you should get the idea.Regarding immigration status, read this next link; nothing says you would be wrong to ask, so long as you ask the same of all applicants.http://nlihc.org/article/fheo-issues-immigration-status-and-fair-housing-faqThen there is this other thread that goes into whether a landlord gets in trouble for accepting an illegal alien:http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/52/topics/82056-renting-to-a-mexican-citizen-living-in-the-us

That's what local government is there for, to provide 'services' to the citizens, and protect their health, etc.

I look at sales comparables and population/demographic trends, and look over the area on a map and on Google Earth.Second, I contact the local citizens with regards to the building and if possible, the previous ownership.Police Department can tell me insider's opinion and can give me a breakdown of crime in the area.Fire department - have they had any emergencies at the building recently.City Inspector - are there any outstanding violations?

Hi Ken,You should be able to qualify for the same types of loans that any US citizen can qualify for provided that:1.

Im a US citizen, BTW.I know I can wire funds from my bank from any country, but Im not sure if the closing papers need to be notarized, if I need to sign anything at all, or if electronic cash closings exist.

Hello,I am a UK citizen/resident who is looking to invest in property within the United States.