If I was to offer an investment vehicle that guaranteed an agreed upon return which would be backed by Real Estate (SFR), the local Government, and an option for a company buyback if the homeowners didn't pay the agreed amount:1. would that be something you would be interested in?

There's extra capital needed to remodel the 3-5th floors, but I don't know what kind of options there are for funding that.The area is on the border between downtown and a less friendly neighborhood, but the city just got a big government agency to move in about a year or two ago.

If it is a specific list of home owners within an area(s), then I would rather create a personalized postcard campaign raising their pain points and you providing them benefits and credibility so prospect will call you.  

@Logan Pradon,It's my understanding that MLO not holding a real estate license are governed by the DBO.

Many of my tenants jobs are in local government and schools so those jobs are going nowhere irregardless of the economy.

I tell people to avoid most unlicensed brokers because they aren't accountable and have no government oversight.

The zombie cities will be used by the government.

@Presh DineshkumarMost of the Plus and Pro membership "perks" are very U.S.A. focussed - even the on-line calculators - and have less practical value to Canadians ... even those unfortunate enough to be stuck in the GTA ;-)Some Plus/Pro features .. such as the search members by zip or postal code now work (sort of) for Canadians (polite nagging can pay off ).If you are a flipper, or offer a real estate related service (architect, trade, etc), then the ability to post advertisements to the Real Estate Marketplace is a benefit.I upgraded to a Pro membership early on to support the site and its growth as I found it to be a credible venue for exchanging knowledge and making contacts with respect to real estate. 

Currently work for the government and travel a lot for work.

Currently work for the government and travel a lot for work.