From their point of view they're seeking three primary things:Access to capitalControl of their dealCost of capitalThey likely have a lot of the first two so the only motivation they'd have to accept your money into their deal is either the third bullet. 

But the real key is to find motivated sellers.

Quote from @Anderson Banegas Cerrato: Scott, this is incredible work!

I had the chance to meet him this past weekend at a summit in Virginia, and I found him to be incredibly kind and full of valuable insights.

It’s incredible that his experience would be so similar to mine.

That is the sole motivator behind seeking out these markets and property types.

.- Have attorney draw up a contract to do this.Suggest you offer your dad some cash, now or in the near future, to motivate him to transfer his ownership to you.It may not work out, but you will learn a lot either way!

So permits are not relevant to the subject of this thread for my jurisdictionNot sure if there are jurisdictions that require permits for cabinets or counters but if there is, I suspect the motivation is the fees collected for the permits.So permits SHOULD be irrelevant on this thread.best wishes

A lifelong friend and I are motivated to (virtually) meet and connect with those in REI working in the Pittsburgh area.I'm active duty military and living in California with two rental properties (one in Virginia Beach & one in Pittsburgh) and my close friend owns a single family in Baltimore.  

Of course our big motivation is commission but you can get commission or a referral fee or something in an off market transaction if done properly.