Thanks for all the good comments. I am uncomfortable about this for several reasons. This guy called DH at 6:30 am Chicago time-- who does business this way? This guy goes "way back" with the guy we bought from, who has a number of ex-con friends, and we just paid a hefty legal bill for advice on the purchase of this place. I know nothing about film contracts or who to go to there--yet more lawyers...
I also am concerned about having renovations and a film crew there logistically. We also are listing our home, packing, and still waiting on the electrician to hook up a new meter and electrical mast on the motel so we can have power and water there. DH is still consulting, and will have to be out of town for a bit next month. Worst of all I am out of town visiting with my mom who will probably not live out the week.
Sorry for going on, I'm not in a good place. Maybe I'll just let DH deal with it and just make sure he does not obligate us one way or another for now.
Thanks Again All...........
white pine said:
Thanks for all the good comments. I am uncomfortable about this for several reasons. This guy called DH at 6:30 am Chicago time-- who does business this way? This guy goes "way back" with the guy we bought from, who has a number of ex-con friends, and we just paid a hefty legal bill for advice on the purchase of this place. I know nothing about film contracts or who to go to there--yet more lawyers...
Who does business this way? Welcome to Hollywood. Film crews are notoriously inconsiderate. They only care about getting the filming done. You're getting paid so they think they've done enough for you.
So there's that. Filming is never without total chaos and unreasonable intrusions. That's why I would never do it if your place were renovated/open.
I was only recommending this for pre-renovation, not during. You're right to be cautious there.
But all that aside, the reasons you cite here about the PO are enough to justify extreme caution.
Trust your gut. I think it's telling you something here.
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