He is a friend and future business partner so I want to be fair so for the sake of the friendship and future business it is important to me that the interest rate is profitable for me and for him.

Add value to someone else for free education and building a friendship/relationship. 9.

Also looking to build good strong partnerships and friendships with like minded people headed in the same direction.Thanks in advance for everything 

I met a lot of good people, some not-so-good people, and learned a lot about humanity & friendship.

I am eager to learn and I am looking forward in getting to know you all and hopefully to create connections and long term friendships.

Would that ruin the friendship?

You cannot communicate with other members unless you set up a 'friendship'.

I am looking to connect with others here on BP to learn and build some positive friendships.

I declined in a polite way, because the deals, the mentorship, friendship, and expertise I'd gotten from my agent over the previous 5 years was worth far more than $10,000 in my pocket now. 

I don't want to ruin a friendship over a business transaction.