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When it comes to structuring the deal, tell him you will give him his asking price but you need him to work with you on the other terms.things like "I'll give you enough money for down payment to show that I'm serious" is a good start for the conversation about the down payment.

The only payment I ask for will be that of your conversation and knowledge.

I'd consider the senior care facility conversion over an event facility.  

Additionally, before you move forward with the conversation, be cognizant of the risks to the partnership that you face by attempting to negotiate for a few additional percentage points.  

In which case, why not just have a short quick phone conversation, which is actually probably the best advice most honest.

Keep an eye on the short-term rental conversations re airbnb legislation.  

I converted a simple IRA from a previous emoyer to a self directed ROTH IRA with checkbook control.I had to pay the tax due upon the conversion.

Does anyone have any advice/comments on purchasing single family homes that were converted into multi family apartments? What are the major advantages and disadvantages? I am looking at the Omaha area market.

This usually open the door to more conversation.