Are next steps is looking at our first market landscape to get our 1st deal for 2025.

This could also lock in a long-term fixed rate if you’re concerned about market fluctuations.3.

If I put myself in the shoes of the outside partner/investor friend, I would be very concerned because: 1) unclear and/or potentially conflicting business plan, 2) even with clarity in the BRRRR business plan, unclear in the viability of pulling it off with these market conditions, 3) the chances of dispute seems very high, especially if you're going to live in. 4 years ago, I went through a  similar thought process when purchasing an investing property with mainly my family money, while considering an outside investor to rehab for higher STR ROI... 

I've tried stock market and never really made that much.

For example, I can't see a way to use any marketing packages??? 

It's very difficult to find off-market deals with predictable upside opportunity.  

I am also really interested in the stock market and the real estate industry! 

Rental demand in our market is off-the-chart; the shortage of properties continues to hit historical lows year-over-year.

I think it is different if you live there, speak the language, know the market.  

I got the property off-market for $250k from a trusted family friend.