I'd disagree with the sentiment expressed in the post as a high density urban developer who handles entitlement in two markets. we wouldn't even touch a site that we couldn't get 50 units an acre on at a minimum. urban adjacent neighborhoods allow for this but not suburban. neither do the 2-3 story nature of build to rent properties the density is very low. 

I showed them my capabilities, and they have expressed that even as I have found success they would lend to me again should I need it for a deal.

You can't go wrong with adding value and expressing genuine interest in what others have going on.You may not have much time to read these before your meeting... but below are 2 books that have changed the way I look at networking events... you can also search these on Youtube for book summaries!

I think I'm going to call American Express and ask them what they think.

And told her she must keep her bike either in her unit or somewhere else.She comes back telling me that she has been doing it for 20 years and she has a herniated disk so she can't carry the bike up the stairs.I expressed that she still has to move it and it inconveniences the whole complex. 

We see the greatest expression of the supply-demand theory in action.

I can’t express how upset I am now.

Hello;I'd like to express my interest in an opportunity to intern as an Airbnb co-host with you remotely.

Not looking for a direct referral or recommendation but open a line of communication so I can express my interest and how I could contribute to their company. 

There are some pretty big names on this website that expressed interest in buying something in my market, only to change their mind and disappear.