@Jason Natelleit seems to me that you need to more clearly define your objectives and goals.

Aggressively looking to grow my network with a short sale specialists in on of the markets we are operating in Delaware, North Carolina, Pittsburgh PA.

Or have an arrangement with someone to do that.These have been some of the complaints, or objections, that I've heard in working with owners/managers.

And the Odd retail client who happens on to Scottsman Guide.It was always my assertion that all the debt side of crowdfunding was just being a HML which in essence is what they do.. cloaked in the new shinny object  IE : Crowd funding Portal"  I think it was a pretty neat move they made getting traction with all the mom and pops investing in their deals up to the point they can get institutional Credit facilities which are far easier to manage and maintain and can be cheaper as well..

However, I stayed focus on my objective.  

They objected to the idea of creating a Facebook page, even when I volunteered to do everything, create and pay for the mailing, postage, etc.Does anyone have ANY advice on how I can deal with this situation?  

But, the income should be a combined amount.Selecting tenants: The most fair way (to keep you out of trouble) is to select the first applicant(s) who meet your objective criteria (combined income, credit, etc.).

Hint;  Create your own application, ask for what you need, at the bottom;I declare the above statements are true and correct and agree that they are part of the rental / lease agreement.I hereby authorize a background check, verification of references, employment and a credit check as acondition of occupancy; Signature _______________________________ Date __________The only objections I get (rarely) is the request for SSN.

I agree with you @Leland Barrow, I find that it becomes less personal for me and the person I'm turning down if I take a step back to see the situation objectively and give them the bad news from there. 

So part of my "Learn to be an Investor" plan includes seeking out and interviewing local specialists that might be candidates for my future team (as recommended by Rich Dad).