Core ~

Yes, I worry about how hard it will hit her when she realizes keeping the house is a fantasy.

Now, if her plan was to go work FT, she could possibly, just possibly, eke it out. She would have to liquidate a large portion of her part of our assets to do so. But it may be possible.

It will also be a rude awakening when I mention I brought in a substantial amount of money before the marriage, and according to state law she is not entitled to that either.

I imagine she may offer that I treat the house as an "investment" while she resides there. That is a hard no for me.

One thing I do know... I am not benefiting by dragging this out, and I think it does not benefit my W either (as it perpetuates her fantasy).