Perhaps too impulsively, I invested 20k to set up an Airbnb in an HOA governed neighborhood: one of the few left unregulated outside of Boulder, CO, and the neighbors just informed me that there are several clear rules I am breaking with my Airbnb Ads, he has found them and requested I stop at threat of calling in the HOA. 

I want the kids to have plenty to do outside so they don't get stuck in the American way of wasting away in front of the TV.This is not an impulse buy, we have been talking about for over a year.  

No hanging out, no impulse purchases, nothing.

I have adhd, impulse, get bored and blow any savings I have on, you guessed it. cars. bummer. does anybody have any good books that could help a guy with this problem? 

Best way to prevent doing a bad deal or an impulse buy, is to know someone you can use as a sounding board or another set of eyes for anything you might be considering.If you want, send me a PM with your buying criteria and we might be able to help source you a property. 

We are very image conscious and often buy clothes impulsively to look good.

It will take time and it sux, cuz I want it now..which is the impulse I have to curb so I dont get in over my head.

However, your impulse to invest for passive CF is right on – that’s how we achieve financial freedom.

Don't risk your family's livelihood because you were being impulsive. 

If you don't like it, too bad, which is what you say your first impulse for renting is (to make sure you like it before buying).