How to convince my wife to join me in real estate?

[Abimael Rodriguez]

I'm just starting to set my goals and plans into real estate. My wife is all in favor with me. But I would like to involve her too, but she is not interested at all. She is a part time student, part time job, and part time mom. Need advice to atleast have her a little interested. Thanks

[Stacey Paulin]

So it sounds like you’re saying she is supportive, but not interested in participating in the business. Correct me if I’m wrong.

When this question comes up I tend to have a different opinion than most. You can’t make someone do something they don’t want to do, spouse or not. You have investing goals. Well, pursue them! Throw yourself into the work. Lead by example, not with the goal of getting her to join you in your endeavors (though that would be nice), but because YOU have a goal and nothing should stop you from achieving it. At least you have her support. But forcing anything else beyond that will only lead to resentment and frustration.