All too often, at the end of 5 years -- that's not what happened.

Now seller says they don't know when special assessment will be done so he rather want us to close end of January or back out. 

I am getting back into rentals after taking a break after my mom passed away.

If they failed to perform, you should have been able to terminate early and/or end your contract without penalty.

Prices remain relatively low, but appreciation may be slower.Monroe: A mix of cash flow and appreciation potential, Monroe has become a popular choice for investors, especially in areas where new developments are popping up.Appreciation-Focused NeighborhoodsBallantyne: A well-established area with high demand, Ballantyne offers excellent long-term appreciation potential, though cash flow opportunities may be limited.South End: A booming urban hub with a vibrant retail and restaurant scene.

Zero help getting that balance back.

If you do end up segregating, keep good records to prevent having to recapture the depreciation of the reclassified assets.

I can also see the ends of the Commuter Rail lines being good too...like Haverhill for instance  The Salem/Beverly area is great and pretty pro-development/housing from what I'm hearing.

If sold for the amount I want I will have 30k to 40k at the end.

Did you end up going with them?