Here's the deal:
Father in law just fell and broke his hip. Medicare won't pay because it's only a fracture, not a complete break. They are now frantic for monthly cash flow to pay for medical bills and long-term care for FIL in another city.
Their home has been for sale for over a year - it is out in a very rural area of CO, handyman built, odd layout, etc. but it does have two acres. FMV is about 180 and they owe 40k. My DH and I want to buy it so they can move on and get rid of their $1k monthly payment. They don't need to have the cash from the sale of the house anytime soon.