At least you're getting creative with time. I suppose the purpose of this fake anecdote is to attract attacks from women in the 30ish age group, which will prove the OP's point that women are mean. So ladies, don't take this bait. For what it's worth, though, I did once hear a comedian do a bit about how annoying the texting thing is.

So you're 30 and only willing to date women 26 - 30?

How about 26 to 34?

I noticed one thing in your post: “26 to 30”. Is this the arbitrary age group you’re focusing on? Does the woman have to be younger than you? If so, that could explain why you’re having a hard time finding an “age appropriate” woman to date.

Try for older. Like, 10 years older.
By the time they get to that age, lots of divorcees.
And some of them are more realistic, mature, experienced, sophisticated, classy, kinky... Look for one those, they're the upgraded versions :-)
That's what the 50pct breakup rate is good for.
And yeah, I'll get lots of hate for it. Tough. The stats are absolutely consistent. Those who get married before thirty are betting against the house. They often lose.
"Facts are facts and will not disappear on account of your likes." - Jawaharlal Nehru
In case you can't tell, I'm a dude.

And she'll have gotten the ex's house or condo, a nice car and a nice monthly stipend. Hopefully you can move in,and she'll cover the bills.
SCORE!

J.H.C.! Can you give it a rest? You’re absolutely 100% wrong in your assumption that every woman walks away from a marriage (or a “marriage-like” relationship) with a pile of money and a house and alimony! Most walk away with 50%, and many walk away with far less. You’re becoming so intolerable to read that I don’t think I can even stand this forum anymore because of your barrage of bs comments. Yech!

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I want a person not a situation.
Because circumstances can change in an instant, but people change slowly if at all. It's also why I don't pay attention to anyone's relationship status. Their situation is not my problem. I truly don't care.

A dude looking for the setup you describe is no better than all the women that seek a 3-6 man.
"Mercenary" is a good word. It's like a bad cop - once bought, doesn't necessarily stay bought.

"Most walk away with 50%, and many walk away with far less"
Explain to me why you think it's great that a woman should get 50% of my condo,that she never ever put a dime into. For sex? Wonder why Vancouver is the escort capital of Canada? In the long run,they're cheaper.

".....so intolerable to read that I don’t think I can even stand this forum anymore....barrage of bs comments"
Truth hurts? Leave.
The misandric comments out weigh the misogynistic comments by a factor of at least 25 to 1.

You need to consider older...even a few years. Age ain't nothing but a number and those with a little life experience are where the real gold is.