The property could be falling apart, but as long as it doesn't have any violations, the cert comes back clean...4.

Does he have any established US credit?

It may take a long time to fully solve but with the visibly and funding, there should be some improvement to the problem in the near term.So those are my 3 local picks for outperforming the local market.

What other options for lumber are available that would last longer? 

On large liens, ($15k +) where there is a risk of tying up money and budget for a long time is a risk, we usually do a quick bankruptcy search.

I completely agree with the other answers that getting someone to help you is a good bet, having someone in your corner who understands the intricacies of the tax code rather than DIYing that should save you more money (and time) than you're paying them ever since I got my first rental I've had a pro doing my taxes but kuddos to you for being able to juggle so much for so long on your own!! 

I grew up just outside Utica, but have been in florida the last 15 years.

They do not want to work from home every day, but also do not want to make the long commute to the office.Thus, it seems to me that there is good reason to believe that small office spaces, including for small local/regional firms, services firms, and co-working spaces near large suburbs will see a steady increase in demand with little net new supply for the next several years. 

My bank didn't even care how long the funds had been in my account.It's hard to find, but it's not impossible.

Wondering if establishing heirship would/could potentially work...