I've realized real estate investing is very team intensive and I want to start with the right people.

This is heavy, labor intensive work, even though it's not incredibly complicated.

I look forward to following this post and hopefully seeing you finding success in a few markets that workout for you.Best of Luck,Adam Scheetz

I found a great deal,  I just need to work out the numbers. 

I would try to work out a mutually agreeable solution.

I've tried a few, a despite being based here - I farm my CPA work out to a company out your way. 

This can work out for you but your risk is in buying the correct property with good mechanicals and modest deferred maintenance. 

This would be illegal where I'm from and if the deal didn't work out and it went to court you'd be paying the $ back plus interest and court fees.They only owe you the security up front... and the rent on the 1st day of possession.

You could also be passive in a deal, but maybe work out an agreement where the general partners could involve you in their communications through emails or calls.

For example, my city actually requires a permit for a shed (and a bleeping concrete pad...)Personally, I would try to work out the last option, he's a good tenant, is improving the property, not trashing it, and if you can get both control of work scope approvals, and free improvements, it could be a win-win.