"You're really going to buy Joanne's home too?" she asked.

"Yes! It's a good investment and when I sell it I'll definitely make a profit."

She looked at him with a worried expression.

"We will make a written contract indicating that we've agreed that you and Mason will live in the house for a specified number of years at a specified rent. Will this ease your fears about me selling the house out from under you? Would that make you feel more comfortable?" he asked.

She smiled timidly. "Yes."

"Let's go see my place so you can get an impression of what the final state of the home could look...