Since this is your first purchase, it might make sense to suck up the cost and engage a buyer's agent to guide you through the purchasing process.  

Always valuable, though.

I'm happy to help guide you there. 

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Even if he/she doesn't have the money to help you close, can offer them 3-5% equity to help guide you through the management of the asset. 

@Franka HauckAndrew gave you some valuable tips.A couple things to keep in mind1) Charge market rent to your inlaws.

Marketing yourself and your deals is key for wholesaling.That is a very valuable skill which we'll come handy if you ever have to raise capital.

With 7 properties, at this point your knowledge and experience is as valuable as a good deal.  

The 1031 QI guides you through the exchange.