Syndicator's Partner- Not Engaged

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Seeing if a syndicator is the right fit for me.  He works with a partner whom my syndicator says has the cash and the property management experience.  Syndicator (whom I know personally) is more of the deals guy and also has some cash.  I've virtually met his partner but otherwise, he isn't engaged.  Don't see him on the podcasts or webinars or social events.  I'm assured by the syndicator he can take over if something happens but, his shyness tells me he's the funds, not the brains.

The deal I'm looking at with the syndicator is very solid and his references say he's thorough and a great reporter but, there's this. I feel goof about him and the deal otherwise... Thoughts?