Openly communicating the selling process can help alleviate their fears and ensure a smoother transition.● Transparent Communication.

You should be able to get a reasonable idea of the construction cost fairly quickly.

Neither unit has paid rent and has blocked us from communications.

When you find a sponsor you like, do yourself a favor and get clear on what your experience will be like AFTER you have invested.Does the sponsor have a communication plan?

Some attorneys charge for every communication and any contact with your attorney that is not case related may rack up fees to you.

I tend to hang out in the Tax forum fairly regularly so I may be one of the first ones to see such a thread or post. 

Which is to say any attempts beyond the method of communication in the profile are likely to end up convincing the landlord you and your friend would be a pain in the butt as tenants. 

Any insights from your experience, whether positive or negative, would be greatly appreciated.The attached link explains the current situation with the Detroit Housing Commission (DHC), highlighting that they are severely understaffed and have limited communication with both tenants and landlords.

I had tried to establish direct communication with jesse, but the GC did not want me talking to him.

I'm not the fair housing landlord expert but I'd probably steer away from referring to it as "veteran housing"Either way I can relate to your situation a little because I also own a house that is shared by multiple people.