many of us wanting to go are single with little to no obligation here in the states.
This is not a valid reason to accept sub-par terms. The terms would be bad enough if it were flying a 200, but it's even worse that it will be a 900. Take a look at the ATR contracts that are at VN.
I'm sure the transition operationally will be seamless. This includes dispatch and scheduling.
Given that the company is basically run by locals, I can pretty much guarantee that it will not be just like ASA. Their concept of what workers rights are will be very different from what you are use to.
I think this is a great opportunity for you ASA guys, I just wish you would be paid a respectable contractor's wage. Not bring the US regional pay into the contract world. Don't forget, the reason they are offering this job to US pilots is because we are the cheapest labor available.