However, when I have conversations with perhaps the vast majority of other people in my friends group, and certainly in recesses of internet forums, subreddits, and facebook groups, the prevailing consensus is that I am crazy. 

Hello,I am currently conversing with a PM to determine if they are a good fit to manage my property.

Use them as a guide and let the conversation flow naturally and you stand a better chance of striking up a conversation that can at least lead to a more in-depth discussion. 

Given experience, feel free to share where you would you start if you were in my shoes and if you're willing to have a further conversation to help me get going!

I would just explain the thought process to your project manager and have a direct conversation. 

I still have a lot of conversations to have with tax pro and other members of team, but wanted BP opinions.

I'm looking to build a garage conversion ADU.

To what extent will California Title 24 affect the construction/conversion of the ADU? 

Hey all,I've learned a lot from this conversation.

Some of your classmates and friends may be more vocal about expressing it or conversely be better at hiding it.