However, I've had better luck with just a quick intro "Hi, I'm so-and-so, I'm working on XYZ" (or whatever variation), and then just talk shop.

so you need to determine your idiot tolerance and then go shopping.  

How about an amazon.com gift card and a hand written note as well as letting them know that you'll use them for the next deal that you need to get listed. 

you could pick random tenants quarterly and maybe give them a $10 Starbucks gift card if they complete the survey just a thought.

Maybe those independent coffee shops will start paying their baristas more?

He took photos and then cleared out as much water as possible with shop vac's.  

Prices can vary quite a bit, so shop smart.Bath fixtures: Big Box stores and faucetdirect.comFlooring: LumberLiquidators.com and sub contract labor to install (found on craigslist.com)Just need to do online research to find pricing and locations that work for you.

Also, beware of the mom and pop shop that is short on technology and short on staff. 

I'm shopping on the buy side -- it has been AWFUL . . . toughest market I've seen before.  

=D yea, doubt i'd/we'd want to rely on donated or granted money for building, it will be my gift back to the public as my own net worth continues to grow. but yea, crowdfunding sounds like a fun source to explore in the interim!