Hopefully things are moving forward for you two.It’s fairly easy if you study and prepare for it.  

Please answer only if you KNOW the answer to the question, meaning you are probably an attorney who specializes in this area or you have significant Fair Housing expertise or experience.In reference to 42 USC Section 3603(b) provisions that exemptions otherwise available (such as for an individual who owns 3 or fewer SFRs) do not apply if the landlord uses the services of a real estate, or someone in the business of buying or renting real estate. 

Having said all that, everything seems fine until there is a real problem, or someone gets themselves in trouble with fair housing etc... there will always be a need for a professional no matter what you do.

So it’s “fair and equitable” to tell a private landlord that they have to accept those with criminal records as tenants ?

In addition, For your Ira, You should have filed IRS form 8606 maintaining your basis or contributions each year and your accountant may know. 

Dont let them walk all over you but be firm and fair.

If you want to do it like everyone else let her buy the option (assuming it is assignable) from the brother at whatever price they deem fair and sell the option at the price originally negotiated.  

See my blog on The Tenant PhaseTo be a successful landlord, and maintain that excitement that you had when you first began, before you knew the ropes, you have to have all this in place, and you MUST AT ALL TIMES STICK TO THE RULES OF YOUR CONTRACT, YOUR LEASE AGREEMENT.

Hello All,I'm fairly new to the website but have been listening to the podcasts for 6 months or so. 

I will make the contract subject to repair before coe at fair market price.