For any property where the agent put in work, the OP was on board with the agent getting paid. 

My wife also isn't full onboard as she's very risk averse and she's worried that if the property needs work or is far away my time will be stretched even further which isn't great for the family. 

(somehow she is on board with this)With that said, I live in the expensive Southern California market and am looking in Southern Indiana (where my wife is from) for our first buy and hold.

If your smaller banks aren't on board, what did they say about why they wouldn't do it? 

Just make sure your mom is on board and that she does not answer phone calls, emails, or knocks on the door from this guy.

Hi all,We currently live in Oregon but will be moving back to my hometown, Coeur D’alene, ID in about 2 years. We have had rentals in the past but we’re burned during the market crash on one and sold the other recentl...

Also should I flip a house on my own or is it a good idea to have a partner onboard?

@Jerry Guzman, make a plan and show her how it impacts your financial situation over time--e.g. paying off debt, kid's college, vacations, etc.Highlight financial security and how RE can be a hedge against the whims of working in a corporate environment.Don't expect her to get on board right away.

So, I'm curious - has anyone here had difficulties getting their spouse on board with their investing?

@Dan SchalkWhile I am not on board with your logic on the residency, that is not your questionIn many states, you could sell via rent to own or contract for deed.