The house has great bones and lots of special character features like a stained glass entryway, large stone fireplace and large bbq pit.  

You could also get the right characters to scare the s__t out of him.

From a business standpoint, if my units had 2 or more bedrooms, that would mean I wouldn't rent to the sex offenders, as I would have a larger tenant pool if I included those with children.  1BR and studios, I would tend to rent to the sex offender, although with two daughters of my own, I might just skip out on this character altogether.

So you know, my inclination would be to preserve the character and historic elements of a home, and not to destroy it.  

Anecdotally, it seems like an area that is at the beginning of an upward trend and with its location close to the "city center", walkability/bikability, Olmsted park, historic character, and lots of new businesses popping up.  

My character has always been a leader and decision maker, but going to college allowed me to follow and be taught.

Anything with quirky character, beautiful moldings, and a fireplace is ideal in my book.

The man has no character.

If the buyer is not willing give references to vouch for their character, it might be time to part ways.I would love to hear about other agents and brokers sales meetings items that are discussed.Thanks,Patrick ScifresAFFILIATE BROKER (AR and TN)

Hi there - posting this up real quick as I have  a duplex with one unit vacant real close to the Air base here in town - LOTS of construction going on there and I was put in touch with a contractor who has a 3 year contract to do flatwork at the base.I showed the property yesterday to the business owner and one of his guys, and since I have been the most responsive and secondly my property is located about perfectly for what he's looking for, I think he may call me within a day or two to sign a lease.I've screened individuals/families etc for my rentals in the past, never a situation like this.I was given this referral from a contact/acquaintance at a local Building Supplier as he knows the guy and knew he was looking for housing -- he states he has known the guy for years and can vouch for his business/character -- I definitely trust the person who gave the referral as he has been a person I've bounced construction ideas, repair advice etc off of over the years.