Their only involvement will be funding the project. 

Per this NY Times article, the average American knows around 600 people.https://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/19/science/the-average-american-knows-how-many-people.html#:~:text=The%20average%20American%20knows%20about,do%20you%20know%20named%20Kevin%3FPer the US Census Bureau, the average American moves 11.7 time in their life, which based upon an approximate lifespan of 84 years, works out to be about every 7 years.https://www.census.gov/topics/population/migration/guidance/calculating-migration-expectancy.html#:~:text=Using%202007%20ACS%20data%2C%20it,one%20move%20per%20single%20yearSo, if the average American knows 600 people and they each move about every 7 years, that means that the average American knows around 85 people that move in any given year.How many of those moves do you want to be involved in?

They run a customizable fund platform that many fund managers have started using in recent years.I'm not involved in the development space much, but a newer person can generally only offer so much to a more experienced person in this business. 

I’ve been involved in lending for a while and know that financing can sometimes be a bottleneck.

Quote from @Bruce Woodruff: I don't really even notice them, and I certainly don't click on them to actually read and get involved.....Just another way of getting business and not a great one IMO..By the way, does anyone know anything about framing a staircase?

I’m sure you’ll find plenty of opportunities to share insights while also connecting with other professionals and investors who can help broaden your understanding of real estate.Looking forward to seeing your contributions and following your journey as you get more involved.

(most hard money loans require 10-15% down depending on the split between purchase price and rehab). but that is both (1) risky and (2) expensive, as you're paying interest every month on 100% of the borrowed funds. private money is fine, you're just bearing a lot of risk and also involving the relationship in your very first deal. 

Understand the fees involved and calculate the total cost for an entire year of management so you can compare the different managers.

I hope it works out for all involved.  

Sometimes getting involved for a few years makes you realize you don't like it.