I actually deleted the end of my post about the potential of filing a frivolous claim and facing sanctions and/or discipline, then having client sued and later facing a malpractice claim... but lol yes you and I are on the same page.

Right now it sounds like it's an emotional decision rather than factual. 

For financial discipline, check out Set For Life by Scott Trench , or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey.

However, other variables like economic conditions and emotional purchasing decisions can result in subpar investments and lower returns."

They have wants and desires, and presumably among those wants and desires is: not crushing the dreams of home buyers, getting additional business from lenders and sellers, doing the right thing in the face of ridiculous government regulation, etc.Perhaps you are able to complete your job with zero emotion (unlikely, even though you may think you do), but most of the rest of the world can't, even if they might want to.As a smart investor and business-person, I take advantage of this when possible.

But they are not.Motivation is an emotional thing, not a logical thing.So back to all these strategies each with advantages and disadvantages.

Not to mention the emotional toll it takes on a property owner and the aftermath of finally getting your property back then perform expensive repairs.

Not to mention the  emotional toll it takes on a property owner and the aftermath of finally getting your property back then perform expensive repairs.  

Typically for real estate deals you can only sue for actual damages, you cannot sue for emotional distress.

Remain disciplined and patient, taking your time to choose the correct offers, carrying out extensive research, and refraining from hurriedly making investments out of desperation.