What are your thoughts on the choice if it is a SFH flip?

If not, then it may be beneficial to use some HELOC. 

It might allow you to at least appease this one board member enough to have these still happen yet offer a 'from now on' plan of action moving forward- that still is beneficial to both parties.   

I am looking to buy a investment property with 50-50 partnership. the other partner is not in the position to contribute to 50% so I am trying to structure a deal such a way that it is beneficial for both parties.

I am a new Investor who wants to make the right choice in my first investment move and I have two options that have me torn.

In other words, my current real estate knowledge is only just scratching the surface.I am exploring real estate because I want the choice and flexibility to spend my time how I choose to. 

Columbus Ohio is a great choice.

I am open to any sort of future partnerships or other mutually beneficial arrangements.

I can see that being beneficial, especially in volume situations. 

If yet to have a client feel the need, but it is their choice.