Take the emotions out of it and put together a pros/cons list. 

And if you can, try to avoid racking up more debt on your cards while you’re paying off the loan—it takes some discipline, but it's definitely worth it in the long run!

Conviction and discipline trumps all.

You only get paid enough to continue.3) You don't need a dozen self-help books, all you need is action and self-discipline.4) YouTube University, podcasts, and the internet will only take you so far. 5) Book smarts make interesting conversation, street smarts make money.6) Find someone who is successful doing what you want to be doing and ask questions.

You don't live "bad" financial discipline, accrue wealth and THAN gain healthy financial habits from the $, that's nonsensical.

When you take all five together they should paint a picture, but I also mentioned your gut is important (not your emotions).

Good luck in the future. 55 years is enough for me lolAnd agreed, learn from mistakes made, don't repeat and move on.Personally, I never chase lost money and just take it on the chin and take the high road.Time and energy is better spent on growing bigger, better, smarter.Than on never ending, emotionally dragging lawsuits.Just my opinion 

One challenge was managing extensive renovations on a modestly priced home, requiring disciplined budgeting and planning.

To help you, we have developed a simple tool for gauging your emotional response to some common aspects of rental ownership.

The individuals I've met along the way that are really good at real estate are analytical, level headed, and disciplined.