I think it would be better just to stay on good terms and let him know you will contact him when you are ready to sell.

At the time, PPR was selling courses for investing in distressed 2nd mortgages.

The hardest part of any syndication is raising capital and selling the investment.  

How could I force her to sell.

The second home is under contract to sell for the same price, 257k. 

Could help you save some serious $$ if buying and selling there and can also get you access to their MLS systems.

Seems like they aren't in a hurry to sell if it's been on the market that long and they have raised the price.

Additionally, I would suggest you run some financial calculations such as cash on cash return as well as any appreciation from the asset if/when you sell.

I almost exclusively work with investors and business owners in buying and selling in Baldwin County. 

If you do place the property in her name, then inherit it later, it does allow for you to receive a step up in basis at that point, allowing you to sell the house shortly after her death without paying capital gains tax.5.