I'd be open to a conversation soon and I could guide you through some of the unique things you are looking for in a rental.

Initiating a conversation with a seller by presenting an offer under these terms can raise concerns, signaling, "I lack funds and need a favor."

I've had to sometimes have conversations with tenants that let them know that if their actions force me to start eviction processes it will be near impossible for them to rent another place. 

Have a conversation with your partners and mention to them that you are interested in buying them out.Make sure to factor in closing costs on the future sale in your offer.

I would start with a conversation that is beneficial to both parties, you have to start with building the relationship.  

The only conversations I remember having about money were about its scarcity.

Hey Mike, I do a TON in Detroit and talk to folks that are looking to invest there every day.This company/site has come up in conversation before, but I can't say I know much about them.

This deserves a further conversation.

@Doug Smith Another conversation to have would be: do we need the Fed at all?

It took a while to get right - but we've had consistent success using a mix of research, mindfulness towards our neighbors/neighborhoods, conversations with cities, legal discussions, and as a worse case fallback is converting the home back to a single-family property and where we offer to manage it for a discounted price since it is a tough situation for all involved (this is very rare).Hope that answers your questions/concerns - let me know if I can provide any additional info as well.