Kind of an ice breaker. 

It's an icebreaker and separates you from the other 'fair cash offer' mailers. 

Going the wholesale route would be a good approach to get some practice with your pitch and see how many homeowners will even entertain the conversation.Your icebreaker message would be something along the lines of "Also, I actually have a real estate investor that I work with who is looking for properties in this neighborhood.

That is an ice breaker for me when they call me first because I don't have to worry about making some random phone call at the wrong time.

You have market insight and probably common talking points (ice-breaker).

Killer idea and talk about an ice breaker.

Here's why:Inheriting tenants can be a challenging experience, and having your first conversation about rent may not be the best icebreaker.

It can/will be the ice breaker or deal ender for what you’re looking for.

thanks.ReadI'll try to take a stab at this one although I have never invested with one.Ive noticed that most Ive seen most HMLs that have websites have some type of informational pdf document or powerpoint presentation or you tube video as an ice breaker.

Might be a good ice breaker when meeting a prospective private lender?