There are more tenants than there are LL, which translates to more votes.

Although I am based in Canada so everything might not translate exactly to US.

Most tenants will appreciate this and it might even translate to them treating your property as if it were their own.

The same annoyance at not being able to grow infinitely using infinite borrowed money translates to the lack of fear when bills come due or the market contracts.

-Just telling your friends, family, and business associates that you are going to start buying apartments isn't going to translate to capital pouring in.

Adding to that, he does not speak English, so I had to use Google Translate to communicate.I wonder... am I going to have make some type of "how-to" guide on cleaning the apartment?

That economic power translates to ongoing job opportunities AND real estate opportunities.There are challenges here – including a higher cost of living and higher income taxes.

(not all books translate well to audio)Profit First by Mike Michalowics - This talks about business finances and budgeting in an a way that is easy to understand and apply way. 

If I can't translate this cash directly to a downpayment, could I deposit it into my account for a few months to let it "season" before seeking a conventional loan?

Talking to people will help you in getting comfortable with rejections and objections, which will result in an improvement in your communication and sales skills, and that will translate into your first deal.