I don't believe we're in a place financially to invest right now. We have a really nice apartment near the city and it's extremely inexpensive for the size. We both work and split the rent.
Although I'm comfortable where we're at, he feels it's a waste of money and wants to buy either a house or duplex, fix it up (he's very handy), then flip it or rent it out. He does seasonal work and feels this will give him a "project" to work on over the winter.
Personally, I'd like for him to hear me out before he makes any sort of thousand dollar purchase that could potentially turn into a money pit. He said this is something he's always wanted to do. (I've always wanted to quit my job and write a book, but that's just not very wise for either one of us).
I told him if this is something he really wants, then he should do it - without me. Personally I would never take a gamble with the money I have saved for the future and for us - at least not at this stage in the game. Plus, being a landlord/property owner is a lot of work - not to mention calls in the middle of the night for repairs.
I don't think he knows what he's getting into. I've voiced my opinions and concerns, but it seems he's going forward anyway.
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