If not, is this decision an attempt to step away from work sooner than you would otherwise be able to? 

I’ve bought some houses with 0% interest for a year credit card loans.

We have done this multiple times as long as both properties are rentals it shouldn't be no problem.   

And the hardest part of all this is finding sufficient labor to rehab/manage the property. 

Additionally, as a co-owner, he would directly benefit from any appreciation, tax deductions, and profits from the property.On the downside, being on the loan could impact his credit score, especially if there are any missed payments or financial issues.

I eventually sold this property.

As a side note, and maybe others will recommend this as well, obtain your real estate license instead if you are interested in pursuing sales full-time.

Quote from @Jeremy Dugan: Quote from @Jaycee Greene: Quote from @Jeremy Dugan: Good morning BP,I am working with a potential off-market seller who wants to off-load their converted motel (8-units, 1 is the motel office that can be commercial space) as they retire.

Let them know you’re a new wholesaler just learning the business.

Did ask about specifics they are interested in and after 8 hrs of no response I reported it as spam.