We understand that there will be some hiccups along the way and are prepared to learn from every interaction.

There could be some hiccups if the other owner is a related party to you. 

The mortgage was never in my name but the deed has been updated to my name alongside my mothers.

Remember, he is going to be learning how to flip alongside you, not teaching you.In Metro Phoenix there is a guy named Pace Morby (Instagram handle is the same as his name).

How to match myself with the right person to work alongside with the leads I get?

Budget for an eviction if you proceed with the sale and expect there may be hiccups with tenant relations even through the best transaction.

There are some hiccups to consider tho. - banks may not loan on a property that needs too much work.- you may have to pay penalties at time of re finance due to closing one mortgage and opening another. - sometimes the refinance can be affected because it will be on record what u paid for the property.

No doubt, we learn from those little hiccups along the way, and grow tons for the next round. 

I got my realtors license and started selling houses alongside my investing to make shorter-term cash.

(Especially if there are any hiccups on maintenance repairs.)