I live in a relatively expensive market that doesn't match well with my goals.

When I retire I'll have a defined pension  plus annuities from the 401k match which I max out for the past 20 +yrs and medical paid in full.

In the last 6 to 12 months properties that match the criteria for this home which is a 3/1.5 townhouse 1500sq only comps are single-family homes with a more square footage than this property. should stay away from this property Because the comps on the area are all selling or have sold for $60,000 or less.

This way the only weapon needed to win the battle is a paint brush and a gallon of the matching color. 

Sounds like a match made in heaven.

Started working on a criteria then started searching for homes that fit that criteria and my agents would send me listings that matches the criteria.

It does not matter whether it's step mom, best friend's husband, or someone off the street, you proceed with the person who comes back with the deal that matches your criteria.

This way another buyer comes along they have the choice to match the similar or better offer otherwise they lose the chance to buy the property.Additionally have earnest money held by an independent party with the transaction and have built in escalators for more and more non-refundable money each time they go to extend the contract.

Even if the fireplace previously burned wood, it's not unusual to have a gas "starter" in the fireplace - load in the wood, turn on the gas, light the gas with a match, and let the gas light the wood. 

I know what I bring to a deal and I feel like it could not be matched by a partner.