An 800 number will allow you to use 1 number everywhere but the perception of your clientele may be that you are not local or that you are a huge conglomerate that doesn't really care about the local people.

Originally posted by Phil *:Unfortunately, the law gives criminals all the rights ..I know that is the popular perception but it is not the actual reality.People have rights by virtue of being people.

Prices in these areas are like tech stocks - they may not make sense because of the perception of future growth.  

It's all about perception. 

Here's a blog I wrote with some SEC 8 tips you may like.https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/9232/55313-intro-to-section-8---your-perceptions-vs-my-realities

His felony conviction was about 10 years ago when he was a minor, so I figure if he has a job and has been a contributing member of society, it might be okay but I'll put necessary precautions in place to protect myself. 

Hi Jasmine,Welcome to BP :)Feel free to check out a few blogs I wrote for Bigger Pockets below that can mold your perception on what to look for when investing in cashflow properties:http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/11/15/3-types-of-risks-real-estate-investors-regularly-take/http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/12/20/first-investment-property-important-things-consider/http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/07/26/sight-mind-real-estate-investing-afar/Thanks and I hope you find them useful.Have a great day.

Purely marketing and psychology.The best "silver dagger" is good education, but most are looking for a quick and easy buck so they won't arm themselves to get into this arena.Gurus sell perceptions, the product is a by-product of content that supports the hype and justifies the perception sold.

I know how serious I am and know what the property is worth and will close on it, but perception is everything.

A well-meaning and hard working agent can feel pressure from a homeowner or investor who has an inflated perception of the property's value, it’s a inexperienced or new agent, a part-time agent or under pressure from their broker to get listings or else.