If they come off aggressive or not well intentioned/motivated when you address the issue, then drop the facts on them (eviction on record/no place to live/court) if they are positive and motivated then work with them and put your hard working self in their shoes and show empathy.

There are very successful people out there that most likely started in shoes similar to mine.

Please let me know what you would do if you were in my shoes. 

If I were in your shoes, I'd start browsing BP's South Carolina forum and see who's commenting frequently. 

My question is: if you were in my shoes would you wait to invest in austin market or invest ASAP?

Hi Lavon,  I understand the shoe you wear. 

If you were in my shoes, what would you do?

I would Wait if I were in your shoes.  

I was in your shoes not very long ago and understand the frustration.

@Francis FitzgeraldIf I were in your shoes, I would make a firm break and walk away from the investment side of this relationship.