And looking to build partnerships and friendships here.

It was really the neighborhood and budding friendship with a realtor over in Cookeville that drew me into this one.

First do some research on this person before diving in.For example, I know someone at this moment who got into bed with another individual, who is a very savvy business person and they were treating it more like a buddy buddy friendship. 

Over time a friendship or mutual respect will develop, and they will help guide and teach you.

My friend in Boston mentioned he recently joined a mastermind, Level Up (@levelup_mastermind) and in a few weeks was able to obtain and grow personal knowledge, relationships, and mindset to the point he quit his job to develop luxury homes full time (and has made lifelong friendships!). 

I've actually been looking at parlaying several of the prominent friendship/contacts I've made on the island into a possible real estate business wholesaling and/or flipping.

Mentoring happens organically, you would not go up to a stranger asking them to be your best friend, or go to a party and announce you are looking for a friend and will trade helping them move for friendship.   

I had just noticed some road widening off of I-985 at friendship rd.

I've had a great experience, have built fantastic relationships and friendships, and would highly recommend. 

I don't need this to be a personal/friendship and I'm not sure I really see a value in it other than just "being nice"