Offer to help with lead generation, driving for dollars, cold calling, or even administrative tasks.

I offered them 10% down, interest rates favorable to me, amortized for 30 years, but with a balloon payment after 3-5 years.

If you own it 50/50 you still have to 'sell' them on your new fence idea.

@Emily ShinHouse hacking a multi-family property is an excellent way to start investing in real estate, especially in a market like Columbus, Ohio, which offers affordability and growth potential.

U can do 100% if you want but you should have plenty of cash on hand as well. 

I would start with them.I am not based in LA, so I don't know your exact laws, but I think I can still provide some initial direction for you to find answers, and maybe offer an idea to research.  

Legal and Regulatory HurdlesReal estate transactions involve legal complexities that can overwhelm newcomers.Solution: Learn about legal requirements early on and seek professional advice when needed.

That backs out to 10-15% cash on cash return in most cases.

The wait-list becomes a longer wait-list until states and localities allow them.If the trend for 2025 will be more ADUs as stated in On The Market podcast.

@Chinku Chinku the rich get rich by making their money work for them.They borrow at one rate, to invest in something that returns a higher rate - they profit on the difference.Only you can evaluate your risk tolerence though.