Essential Members Investing Team

[Joshua Dow]

Looking for some advice. 

I have always worked as a duo with my dad in real estate investing. I would handle the business and funding side (with his money) and he would take care of the rehab and estimated costs for that. He is starting to slow down with his investments however I am always looking to invest. After college I want to get my real estate license and work with a investment team or start my own here in Connecticut and eventually down in the Charlotte Area. 

My question is who are the key members of your investment teams. Who did you wish you added sooner, and who could you have lived without in the beginning?

I have a partner who works for a bank who is interested and if we finance we get lower rates as part of his benefits but other that who are the essential members I need to start out? Thanks.