I spoke with someone local, and he acknowledged I listed my units at the top of the range, but thought I would get more interest after the election.

There is absolutely no excuse for the tardiness of financial reports, or information to investors, UNLESS the sponsor has run out of money to pay account/attorney, or employees; the sponsor is trying to come up with a way to “creatively” deliver misleading information, or the sponsor just doesn’t want to acknowledge reality.  

**Build Rapport** - **Acknowledge the Seller’s Situation**: Start the conversation by acknowledging the seller's desire to move further out and his long-term ownership of the property.

@Cory MeliousGiven the clear lease addendum and initialed acknowledgment of the rules, you’re in a strong position to recoup at least part of the repair costs from these tenants.

Yeah, I acknowledge first thing that if a thread goes off the rails, I am usually involved.

He didn't even acknowledge a blistering letter from the PM in which she documented that the tenant's aggression and a threat from his spouse on the final day made her feel unsafe to press for and conduct a walk through, which the tenant had been putting off.

So the pro tip is answer the phone even if you cant talk you simply say Hey I cant talk but wanted to acknowledge your call can I call you back IN ?

I acknowledged avoiding personal days, but neglected to mention the 14 day rule.

It is insane and they make the process extremely difficult.As @Paul Merriwether stated; Oakland acknowledges rent increases above CPI is possible under the section of 'fair return' here: https://www.oaklandca.gov/resources/learn-more-about-allowab...

But to fix a problem you must first acknowledge it exists.