Just want to make sure it's ok to use the lease agreement since it says all rights reserved to bigger pockets. TIA

If you go with the partnership route1) You need to manage the money going in and out of the business bank account.2) File a partnership return and be responsible for issuing K-1's3) make distributions to you and your partner for cash flow that you receiveYou will likely spend many hours on a nice gesture.I may want to consider instead to give a christmas gift or a bonus for early completion of projects.

I realize I am not cut out for the entire REI process of consistently finding multiple properties for particular exit strategies. 

A cash-out refinance or home equity line of credit (HELOC) can be powerful tools to keep your momentum going.Focus on Stability:Look for investments in areas with strong job markets, population growth, and consistent rental demand.

They had listed it for $40k more in 8/24 and dropped consistently until 12/24, when I made my offer.

The big assignment fee is just a bonus!

I plan to be here often but have been listening to the bigger pockets podcast for the last year now, and have consistently been saving to make my first investment this year.

Quote from @Julia Lyrberg: Hi Audrey,I’m not sure where that information came from, but as a lender, we consistently help out-of-state investors purchase and refinance properties in Texas.

Keep it simple, stay consistent, and success will follow.

Consistency is key.8.