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We have seen a property in an prominently Jewish area. It is owned by a Jewish lady whose husband committed suicide almost 8 years ago by overdosing with sleeping pills. We are not Jewish and the house looks good in terms of location. But if we will be reselling it after some years, will this information affect Jewish people's decision on whether to buy it?

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Is there a reason why you think this might affect Jews' decision to buy the house? – Daniel Feb 19 at 17:45
Generally, though suicide is not technically permitted in Judaism, we assume that the person was not in his or her right mind when committing suicide, thereby excusing the act. – Daniel Feb 19 at 17:47
For some buyers it changes their opinions. For instance, I talked to a person of Chinese origin (the largest group of buyers in Toronto, where I live) and it is enough to influence his decision. Since it is in Jewish area- most likely next buyer will be of Jewish origin. – user1286399 Feb 19 at 17:56
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What I meant is, what makes you think that this will have a particular effect on the person <i>because</i> he is Jewish? – Daniel Feb 19 at 17:56
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@Daniel Because the OP doesn't know much about Jews except that they have a lot of particular rules. – Double AA♦ Feb 19 at 18:27
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