@James Wright the glory of syndication is that your able to structure it any way you'd like.

Would love to follow this discussion as well.Can you share how you structure the lease purchase?

I wrote an entire article on how to properly structure your cash/HELOC purchases HERE. 

Also, what are some structures I could put in place with the money pulled out by the refinance?

I had to call him back several days later after losing sleep over it and let him know I could not in good conscience keep the pricing structure Brian offered, and Brian was not interested in having his name on the contract.

You don't need to spend a lot of money getting a lawyer involved at this point, because there are steps you can take right now without needing one.If you are concerned about your tenant's physical well-being, you can have the local sheriff do a wellness check. 

My question is what are some structures you have used for partnerships and how did they turn out? 

The structure would be an Equity 506(c) The Ideas Already in place: -Brokers-Online websites such as equity funding platforms-Private Banking Firms-Relationships PPM document creator has with other investors-Forums-Companies that sell lists-Opt-in accredited investor databases-Firms that do the marketing with you (must be licensed)-FINRA broker-dealers-Individual securities brokers-Registered Investment Advisers-Private equity firms-"finders" for capital.

Does anyone have recommendations on learning how to look at a physical/cosmetic issue in a property and knowing who to call?

The place for the best advice (I hope).  I came across what appears to be a fairly good property, but I am not sure about the repair costs as the Wholesaler said he does not live in town and thus cannot do a site walk...