You'd be surprised how often a deal can happen using this strategy but it is also important to run the numbers and make sure your COC return, etc are in line with your expectations.Probably the lowest risk is partnering because a seasoned investor will verify the deal (hence their participation) and likely take care of the initial money required.

I am 100% against prenuptial agreements.If someone is concerned about losing their investments, they should be careful who they marry.

Some of my Scottsdale connections who specialize in land deals have been whispering about how a few smaller outfits in Casper.. from what I’ve heard, outfits tucked behind older storefronts, have been matching buyers with off-market parcels that never even hit the usual channels.If you line up your financing carefully (no legal or tax advice here, just speaking from experience), you can sometimes lock in a deal that ages nicely over tthe years.

Just be careful as not everyone on sites other than FF are working professionals.

Always pay on time, take care of their units as if they were their own, etc.

Renters see that the whole neighborhood is available for rent and they push to see who will give them the best deal (or which agent will cut them a deal). 

Admittedly, pricing will often account for any major items, and I don't believe this is true in Sandy Springs, but there are some areas that an interstate cuts off a small part of the neighborhood, and so labeling the neighborhood as "good" may be true for 90% of that neighborhood, but if you are in the 10% that is on the "wrong side" of the interstate, it can be a totally different market.

Be careful, and happy to connect if you need help. 

They have nothing to lose, its like giving someone a free ticket to the football game, if they go great if they do not who cares they just do not go and there is no consequences for them. 

If not seek a lawyer.The important thing is to cut ties as quickly as you can and transition your rentals to another manager.