Additional level of risk and makes it less desirable. 

Bottom line is that you have to get to a level of comfort that they can afford the place and are responsible enough (as individuals) to warrant an approval.

I'm here to possibly meet similar-minded individuals that have considered joining resources so that we can take our successes to the next level.

Of course, I'm making tons of assumptions about your free time, level of knowledge, etc.

You should have no problem finding varying levels of cashflow/stability and plenty of options to choose from (SFR, multi, new construction, historic, etc.)

I'm near Seattle if this kind of resource is available at the local level.

I want to bring my REI business to the next level and I focus on wholesaling. 

I would like to do this before I go take a look at the house and dive deeper.

And later on, if values get back to "robust" levels, you could sell with the appreciation, or continue renting and cash-flowing at the favorable level.This is all coming from a newbie, so take it for what it's worth. 

@Preet Bains - it is really going to depend on your level of experience and risk tolerance.