<prompt> Human: Its a classy problem to have, I get that, but feel like its a major turning point in life. Heres the details.I own a home with an affordable mortgage, and am currently able to save a few hundred dollars a month, and have a good amount in savings... about 35k. Our father is dying and I have one sister. We are 50-50 on the house. She doesnt want it, so Id either buy her out or agree to sell.His house is probably worth 500k - 550k, so Id have to sell my house and get a new mortgage, larger than what Im currently paying by at least 25k. His house needs major renovations, at least 100k new roofdry rot, complete rewiring, plumbing, bathkitchen updates, driveway, water heater, flooring, etc.. That would eat through any equity Id get from my current home and leave me with small savings account, and less cash flow per month. Not to mention the increase in property taxes. We live in CA, so my dad is paying tax based on an appraisal from over 30 years ago. New tax bill would be about 5k a year 1500 more than what I pay now. Parents house is in a really nice area, several million dollar homes within blocks, but its just an old home. 2 bed1 bath, 1500 sq ft. Im afraid Im just thinking of buying it for sentimental reasons, and would be setting myself up for a struggle down the road, vs staying put, cashing out my fathers house and moving on with my life.My dad is also leaving us a small amount of cash, maybe 30k each.Any help is appreciated.  <response>: By selling the house you are greatly improving your financial situation today. By buying it you are making an investment in the local real estate market and you will be paying for the privilege. Try to limit the emotions with the decision and figure out where you want to put your money. 