I’m eager to gain hands-on experience and learn from an experienced professional.

Inspections are typically done by licensed professionals like structural engineers, architects, or certified building inspectors.

There are options like:Private Real Estate Funds: These allow you to remain in real estate but delegate all the management responsibilities to professionals.

Even professionals “short cut” the process and invest without almost any research.  

Identify good brokerages and licensed R.E. professionals, and those who you send your marketing to.

Looking to get into flipping projects preferably in the western suburbs

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Look at crime rates, school quality, vacancy rates, and rental demand in those areas.Talk to Local Real Estate Professionals: Connect with real estate agents, property managers, and other investors who are active in the specific areas you're considering.

Here is a solid example you can adapt for a joint venture (there are differences, beyond just nomenclature, for a partnership and a joint venture): https://templatelab.com/joint-venture-agreement/Again, I would caution use of this document without a professional to review it.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?