We have been collaborating via Podio, so I am doing better at incorporating the systems that my business will need to help me reach the goals I have set for the near future.

We utilize various forms of technology to collaborate seamlessly with our clients and rarely have issues.If you are set on using someone local, search the BP forums for investors local to you and reach out to ask for a referral.

Some of us utilize technology to collaborate with our clients al over the globe.Going non local will expose you to a wider pool of expertise.

I hope to find like minded who i can collaborate with and learn from.

*By the way, since I am just starting out and hustling like mad, I'd be happy to meet-up with anyone in the Northern California region to collaborate, discuss, etc...!

Hoping someone can help me with this? I am in the process of putting together a JV and my needs from the investor are such that only a minority equity stake position (with preferred returns) is justified. I have sev...

In your post, it seems you've tried to address @Dave Toelkes point by saying that the training will enhance your skill set for your current position.The upshot of all this is that much of what your proposing falls into areas in which many taxpayers take many liberties, but regarding which you may want to get advice from a tax advisor that knows your overall financial and tax profile.You mention formation of an LLC as a component of your tax strategy.

Also did you have systems in place for the assistant or you came up with it during your collaboration? 

I have a tenant that is willing to pay for significant upgrades that will greatly enhance my property value. 

If you are not savvy in this area, pay to have some one set up your chart of accounts or find someone you can collaborate with.