@Samuel KoekkoekWhatever you do, dont get into the S&P in the next 6 months, every time on the lastv30 years the Fed has cut interest rates by 50 bps, the market has had a minimum of a 30% correction.

I get the card and cut it up immediately. 

Having a significant other definitely changes things, but for me it's been very positive :) Jake, I'm definitely doing everything I can to cut back my spending habits within reason.

However, you can mitigate this by using a trust or holding company to add a layer of privacy, where the LLC is not directly tied to your name.Attorney can help you better.

This is what I could see that would keep me here in RI.I should also mention that while I live in Rhode Island, I’m not necessarily tied to the state.

Here is our current dilemma that I'm hoping someone could provide some insight to: - We both have the funds to purchase the home with cash, but those funds are tied up in CD's until March, so we will need to apply for a loan in the meantime.

Lastly, your bookkeeper should be doing this anyway to ensure depreciation reported on your books ties to the tax return.

So if you're in FL I'd go with SC or NC especially if you have close ties or family there.Have you ruled out house hacking in Miami? 

If you have to take up any part of the litigation, I would cut bait and get your earnest back and look for your next deal.good luck.  

They get their cut, you get the property.Of course, you have to figure out what it is worth and whether that's a wise investment for you.