If I was taking on a partner, I would structure that through an LLC with each member having a specified share of the LLC based strictly on their monetary contribution to start the LLC.

Now they have hired older, experienced inspectors who are being very strict.

Our you can calculate it strictly based off what's put in your pocket and not include what you are saving.

Of course, there are advantages and disadvantages of working with a partner which you’ll want to consider carefully before jumping in.Portfolio Lenders -- Conventional loans have strict underwriting guidelines and it can be difficult for real estate investors and the self-employed to qualify as borrowers.

The spaces were obviously rented out as homes, however, it is illegal in the town we want to buy (Ashland, OR) to rent these as living spaces...super strict area. 

Much less of a strictly-business sort of transaction than the usual. ...

With the VA loan I can put 0% down but it will be tougher to get a good deal with it due to their strict move ready in standards or with the conventional Ioan I can put 5% down, get a higher loan amount and have more leeway when it comes to move in ready standards (from what I heard).

Good property managers have strict criteria in place and a procedure they follow on a daily basis.

They also don't have strict seasoning requirements, which is a great perk. 

We have strict regulations for short term rentals so you would need to rent the ADU for 30 days or more which would still give you lots of cashflow.