http://dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/05/14/credit-suisse-dressed-down-over-yellowstone-loan/If Chrysler’s secured creditors think they are getting rough treatment in bankruptcy court, they should consider what just happened to Credit Suisse in Montana.In a ruling that crackles with outrage, the judge overseeing the bankruptcy of the Yellowstone Club, a mountain retreat for the super-rich, took the rare step of lowering the priority of Credit Suisse’s secured debt, putting it behind even the claims of Yellowstone’s unsecured creditors, like vendors.

Someone who dresses with taste.

However, I completely understand the sensitivity around it, especially that it's a neighbor.The first thing to note is that some sellers are going to be insulted with a lower offer than they feel, no matter how much you dress it up.

He explained to door knock betweeen 5-7 and to not be too dressed up but dressed up enough that people take you seriously.

We have interest only at 6% for 9 months or $483/monthClosing Cost $2,940 which included survey and title policy to help seller.Down payment $3,876.12Insurance $400 during rehabTaxes will be @ $200/ monthUtilities $100 / monthRehab $10,000ARV expected @ $135,000This home will rent for $1275-1350 if we go that way.The rehab is a lot of landscape and clean up of 1.85 acresExterior home clean up paint and trimFull rehab of both bathrooms, paint in bedrooms, floor covering, appliances, countertops and dress up with back splash.Estimated cost for holding 2 months $95,816I think I got everything.Thanks So Much.

If you can dress up and sound like you know what you are talking about will possibly go a long way for you.  

Drylock is not a solution , its window dressing .

Are you dressed professional or business casual?  

You may need to convince them that you have a business.I find that if I drive up in my truck, am dressed like someone in the trade, and walk up to the counter with my request, that I will get contractor prices.

I would look for: Tenant must earn 3x what the monthly rent will beHave good references from employers/previous landlordsNo evictions, clean background check, no broken leases or judgementsThey give employer/job information, proof of a paycheckUse your gut in terms of their appearance, attitude, how clean their vehicle looks, punctuality, how they are dressed