Quote from @George Bell: I am not equally split.

Below is the months of supply for our target segment.Sales - Months of SupplySix months of supply is considered "balanced," where the number of sellers roughly equals the number of buyers.

I agree with @John UnderwoodPencil out everything (costs, equity, etc.) to create a truly equal partner.When they and you agree on this amount and they pay their part, then you have an equal partner.Of course, in this process, definitely use an attorney.Mike

Our realtor wants us to accept an amount equal to the estimates.For anyone who wants the details on the issues: 1) Deck is not securely attached to the house and the stairs are leaning.

Seller financed the full amount for monthly payments equal to their current income from rentals; balloon due 5 years.

Apparently, the Chicago Housing authority provides a one time incentive equal to the first month rent to first time owners participating in the program.

The west has far more democracies, better ability to depose of leaders, less dictators, more equal rights, greater transparency, more accessible property rights that are enforced in courts, more trustworthy banking systems. . .

You have options and that equals power.

Does that also equal as substantial?

Which is why i felt it was a great screening tool.Thanks everyone for reconfirming my beliefs.