One way would be to get the real estate under contract, then bring an experienced partner in who also has access to capital, and stay in the deal as a minority equity partner.

I would love to partner with anyone, learn from anyone and do anything I can to provide value.

And you now have to file three tax returns:- partnership tax return- your individual tax return reporting 1/2 of the partnership losses- your partner's individual tax return reporting their 1/2 of the partnership lossesAnd while partnership return can be DIY-ed, it probably should not be.

As General Partners (GPs), we juggle a lot—talking with vendors, negotiating with buyers and sellers, and ensuring the deal stays on track.

(You say it’s worth about $100k more than you’re paying so figure an extra $15k.)Maybe you’d be better off partnering with the parents unless they have zero interest?

Hi Davis,I live in NC but invest primarily in Greenville SC / upstate with my business partners. 

Instead, we provide comprehensive investor services—from onboarding and training through management—working with trusted third-party partners.

It is clear from the interview that their main skill set is raising money and they partner with other "Co-GPs" who focus on the operations. 

Would definitely recommend finding a partner who can help walk you through this if you decide to move ahead. 

I have 1 partner who provides up to 75% of the down payment, however, my goal has always been to live below my means, save money, and invest the saved money as a downpayment.