I know people who did this so they could empty the building for condo conversions.

This plot of Land could be considered "in town" in local conversations. 

You start having conversations and building an investor list long before you need the money.  

Also have that conversation with the next tenant when you sign. 

Best thing to do which most of them do not do is have a conversation about your goals and current income and assets.Getting your credit pulled 3-5 times can just hurt you in the long run if the lender has limited programs or extreme overlays.

Loans are a hedge against lawsuit risk, if I understood this conversation I had correctly (its been a while).

I believe this is where the focus of the conversation should be....who exactly is the GP and what is their true background and level of experience.

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.