Thanks for the tips @Mindy Nicol, I do think MTR would be easier to manage for me allthough I do have time for a part time job, I see where you are coming from with repair costs and all and STR sounds like it can be a pain (I followed a few groups on facebook and have read horror stories :D ). 

Hi everyone,I’m in a difficult situation regarding a family property and would appreciate some advice on whether filing a suit for partition is best for me.

Seller's agent can no longer reach the seller to sign mutual relase form to refund my earnest money.

@Stephen Schott the Landlord Forms are only free for Pro Annual subscribers.

I also like how I know these properties much better than our properties that I’ve never lived in, making them easier for me to maintain, and while we’re living there I can “tenant-proof” them. 

This is exactly what I did and it worked out very well for me. 

You probably want to form a general partnership or limited partnership.

I'm fairly confident from reading online we don't qualify for an exemption, but I'm trying to assess actual closing costs to trying and reduce them All details:Bought the house 2.5 years ago for $980K (left on mortgage $753K), we have a clause for an assumable mortgage for me to take over (I can keep same rate).

Here is an update : https://chicagorealtor.com/advocacy/advocacy-resources/northwest-housing-preservation-ordinance-issue-summary/The DOH has posted the forms required to be in compliance with the ordinance which means any properties not under contract by 11/9 will need to be pulled off the market and 30-60 days notice must be provided before listing.  

I need a primary home for me and my child and dogs.