I acknowledged avoiding personal days, but neglected to mention the 14 day rule.

It is insane and they make the process extremely difficult.As @Paul Merriwether stated; Oakland acknowledges rent increases above CPI is possible under the section of 'fair return' here: https://www.oaklandca.gov/resources/learn-more-about-allowab...

I called Justin out on voxer directly about the "deals" in his BS marketplace that were already sold on the MLS (LOL) and instead of acknowledging it he condescendingly tried to turn it back around on me.

So have your LTR tenant sign a separate document acknowledging that they realize there will be transient guests next door.

This reassures potential guests that you care about service quality without engaging in a back-and-forth.Address Any Legitimate Issues: If there’s any valid criticism hidden in the hyperbole, acknowledge it briefly.

Imagine if there had been no risk reduction cert and no acknowledgement of these things on the lease. 

Santarelli/Norada continuing to put out videos and web requests for funding without disclosing the difficulties he has already acknowledged in writing !!

I listen, I acknowledge, I solve their problem and get a resident! 

However -  since I work mainly the default market, I likely have at least a slightly biased view, which I acknowledge.  

Therefore, while I acknowledge the necessity of investing in a relationship, I want to gather as much information as possible and make the most informed decision possible.