I would let them out, especially when they pull the "children" card, as there is no further rational conversation to be had.Certainly, some folks are more sensitive than others to "normal" molds, but overall it is way overblown.

I will say though we kind of built the right product for this market cycle.. big single levels with 3 car garages catering to the empty nester and down sizer we get buyers coming in off their small oregon hobby farm .. our first time move up buyer did slow a ton but we have sold to families as well just not like it was pre interest rate spike.. our other folks are either paying cash or borrowing very little so interest rates are not affecting them.

There are passive conservative real estate investments that qualify for a 1031 exchange and return in the same range plus quite a bit more when you factor in all of the Internal Rate of Return components.I always counsel folks to keep their equity and real estate investments separate. 

Real estate can provide a more tangible asset and potential for rental income, but it requires more management and can be less liquid.

Especially if permits are required, etc.

Patience is required.

Thank you be aware that you cannot do a reverse mortgage, there is special training, and licenses required for both you as the lender and the borrower.

Maybe go to some meetups if you can before you move so you meet folks here on the ground.

If it is a SFR, 60 days notice is all that is required.  

I attend multiple meetups from Santa Barbara to Thousand Oaks and meet with folks doing all sorts of strategies - House Hack, STR, LTR, Infill Development, Flips etc.