I would recommend trying to find an investor friendly agent who also potentially owns or manages properties in that area. they can give you the most accurate data.

Lower risk and potentially higher reward.

Great Job on doing the due diligence up front and thwarting the potential disaster!

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We are eager to help relative avoid being scammed as she is elderly and lacking awareness of processes not being a US citizen.

@Dylan Griffis I’ve paid $7,000 & $8,000 for “mentoring” programs both of which have been scams.

Russia looking to North Korea for ammo now, potential war in Taiwan and Asia.   

Has anyone here used a VA company?My husband commented on a post ( congratulations) to someone who did their first wholesale deal ( or something along those lines) anyway this woman reached out and started telling him...

Annual lump sum payments offer more impact and flexibility but less frequent progress and potential temptation to spend.

Hey there @David Tang - I actually didn't ever hear of a program that was offering a 12 month stipend...someone I know did it back when it was 6 months and now my understanding was a 3-month stipend with a potential renewal for 3 months.We have wanted to use the Chicago program ASERAP (happy to share their contact info), but fall in line with others regarding employment...the most important thing is income to pay after they move-in because if you get into a sticky situation down the road the upfront rent won't matter.Definitely following this thread to see if anyone has placed migrants and understand what they did for income requirements.