I try to mix in the good with the bad. 

I spoke to a buyer's agent who informed me that I need to have a pre-approval letter prior to any showings; and obviously, prior to any serious consideration via contract. 

Again, I'm not going to interject my personal political beliefs, but between the bail outs and all the rest following the crash, the problem here is that we SEEM to have sent a VERY mixed message to the big banks about who is ultimately on the hook if they act too irresponsible (the tax payer).

@Wesley W. thank you so much for posting your qualification summary letter, very helpful.

I have been writing letters to owners for a very similar product in my market, but at this point no one is willing to sell. 

He figures since we are looking at houses all the time anyway might as well add that into the mix.

Mixing 2 of them in the same dwelling can create tax problems because Airbnb is taxed as an self employment income, and the rental is not, so talking to a CPA can help and a good one will give you a free 1st meeting.

However, the post office has attempted to deliver my letter to no avail.

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Business license or other 3rd party proof that the business still exists as of when you apply for the mortgage (CPAs don't write these letters, these days).