This is with someone I know and have worked with in a professional manner.

I can list off a dozen things that my professional experience has given me an advantage in the REI world.

*I am not a financial professional. 

I'm sure many professionals will jump in and introduce themselves shortly but you should definitely come by to the next local BP meetup!

 Mark, thank you for your offer, yes, I'm going to need your help, as soon as I can find professional advice in regards to the financing process; I think my situation is a little more complicated, I'm still evaluating the situation myself, since my visits to local banks were not helpful.

Thus, before going through the hassle, it would be benfitial to ask a professional run a various projections based on your expected income and how much you would  be donating. 

Possibly.Best to consult a professional who can have a conversation with you about these issues.

For instance: Comps, what are the uses by different professionals?

FIrst, let me take the tIme to say ”THANK YOU” to all the professionals who share, give and network.

They're also less risky (legally) for a limited partner investor and have the backing of professional experience, etc.