There is a big difference between a basic form and a special form policy and weight of ice and snow, water damage and theft are several perils that are not covered under a basic form policy that NREI usually quotes. 

I doubt my name holds much weight with him but it wouldn't hurt to let him know I sent you. 

Takes a little digging to find out why someone is selling but a good agent worth their weight in gold if they find out why.

The MBA just doesn't command the weight it once did to instantly get that pay bump. 

I would advise calling ahead to ask if you can stop in as the people working at these offices are often jaded as they have to deal with unruly, sometimes disrespectful defendants, which sometimes puts the office workers in bad moods.Better yet, if you have a local apartment association in your area, join them and if they're worth their weight in salt they'll have resources for you that explain the local eviction process.  

I use similar words but my "Dad tone" does not carry the same weight. 

Your girlfriend will either appreciate your professionalism and your understanding of the weight of this proposal for your economic futures and your relationship, or she'll be insulted that you feel she needs to enter into a full agreement for every aspect of this investment deal.

Final thought, the core 4 principle is vital for long distance real estate investing, David Greene's words on that are worth their weight in gold.

It's a bummer, but the cost benefit is heavily weighted in favor of keeping it.

It's worth its weight in gold.