So maybe a compromise would be you buy it yourself and pay her to manage it, in her rent contract there could be a purchase option.

Over time, this continuous decision-making process can lead to decision fatigue, where the ability to make sound judgments becomes compromised.

All these questions are most likely going through your spouses mind, as my spouse had similar concerns, but having the answers and being able to show figures and projections, having a team lined up, and showing how it won’t compromise your daily life and everything you’ve worked so hard for to this point will be helpful to cautiously win over your spouse.

If you do not compromise on your criteria and a deal matches then there is no reason to stop investing.

We're a special tribe of compromised trash, we are.

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@Pavel FeldmanBefore you hire an attorney, can you sit down with them in person, and try to reach some kind of compromise or settlement?

If you have a good used source in the area he might like that as a compromise.    

After a few weeks the seller had a change of heart and we worked out a compromise.

Regular assessments of the local real estate scene will help you identify areas that still hold profit potential, whether through demand or emerging opportunities.Efficiency is paramount; focus on cost-effective renovations without compromising quality.