At this moment in time for the next say 5 years from a risk adjusted standpoint there is no comparison.  

(that is, assuming you've hired an agent with experience, market knowledge, and the wisdom to be able to guide you to what you're looking for). 

Speak with a local Realtor who knows the market, but also is knowledgeable about creative financing options.Good Investing...

They are 100% correct.The downside sometimes to forums is people have a superman complex and get the impression real estate is easy as they think everyone is doing it and just jump in without the knowledge or expertise.

You and the other posters here have been generous in indulging me in this exercise of considering this "partnership" / BRRRR, but demonstrating that we can invest successfully on our own power before seeking out partners is not only my strong preference but just sound business logic.As a new investor my head starts to spin when I start to think about investing, and the many gaps in my knowledge reveal themselves: how to structure a partnership? 

Possibly partner with a group but would only do money lending or group in exchange for gaining knowledge of how to independently do things.

With all the measures they have, it's never been an issue to my knowledge and the neighbors would let me know in no uncertain terms, as they had a poorly managed STR in the neighborhood previously. 

Now some stayed with me and that was great but some learned that with a little bit of knowledge you can do it on your own.  

It's where real estate knowledge meets opportunity, empowering you to turn your investing dreams into reality.

@Jay Hinrichs you live in Oregon, what's your knowledge in this area?