If they end up appreciating a bit, great that can be a bonus, but for the most part I just want solid middle of the road cash flow investments that will be beneficial over time and just want to make sure I don't do something stupid over 6K in the mean time - Pennies wise, pound foolish indeed

That said if you ask enough people you will eventually get a yes but it might not be beneficial for either party involved either...

I think it's more helpful to be able to articulate your high-level choice first, and only then worry about the specific implementation decisions of that plan.

It's definitely a great choice for making this site your first community!

Have already set up some keywords, but "powell" would be a better choice, more precise anyway.

She is thinking about selling the house while prices are up, but it would be beneficial to do some work on the house to get it up to standard.

You might want to consider simply putting together an Option Contract, so that you actually have a beneficial interest to market, and then exploring some of the more creative options.In my opinion

Not my first choice.

Long story short, how can I create a mutually beneficial partnership with friends who have cash ready to invest?

I have heard quite a few "choice" words shared over it.