We want to detail the responsibilities, capital contributions, profit and lost sharing percentages, decision-making process, have dispute resolution methods, and exist strategies.

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Make sure it would be someone you could learn from in the deal and then I would encourage you to only use a portion (probably only 50k to 100k) of your available capital in the deal.  

Person new to real estate trying to get in the “game” with little or no capital and trying creatively.  

So, in theory one could get a 2:1 leverage, earning the rewards on $2 for every $1 capital spent out of pocket.     

This is a complicated situation with multiple layers to consider, so here’s my take based on your questions:If you’re looking to move assets from the partnership into individual LP (Limited Partner) names while avoiding capital gains, you’ll need a strategy that complies with tax regulations.

I was honestly shocked and horrified when you didn't just say something like "Yeah, Scott, I own the frigging building - I raised the capital, formed the entity, am responsible for operations, and plan to deliver the best investor experience (and great returns) that I am capable of for the investors who I've partnered with."

The only thing that might give me pause would be if I did not have sufficient capital on a building that was older but had appeared to have significant maintenance issues when I was looking at it to buy.

Cash-flow is for "keeping the lights on" as in covering operational expenses to defend against any need for additional capital investment. 

If you can save money and renovate and the ARV allows you to pull your intial capital out sooner, I say go for it!