Exceptions to this would include scenarios where the investors are willing to work you through mistakes (i.e. they aren't Uncle Joe, they are seasoned investors that will walk you through difficult projects) and scenarios where the truly great deal is simply out of your reach alone.But, for most people, I bet that getting started small, on your own, with 100% ownership is probably ideal. 

i would imagine shes all in at 308k. im a noob too... but if i had that option id do it. assuming its a good hood and you can get that rented.48k income. 24k NOIwith 20 down.. your in at about 70k with closing. 24/70 = 34% CoC ... not bad if you can keep that ideal situation. :)

Ideally one day I'd like to build my own home from scratch rather then working with existing floor plans and I eventually want to get into spec building cause it's a huge opportunity here in AK!

More resources gives you more options, and ideally more profits.

I deal in the non profit sector... 

Just trying to make sure we get the partnership thought that would ideally work best for you. 

The ideal way to lock down your commercial tenants would be to reach out to an attorney in your area who is familiar with commercial leases (and enforcing them).

I will be working remotely, and ideally would like to travel like a digital nomad at times, so would also be interested in a place that would be appealing to airbnb people or people wanting to rent.I was also wondering if someone could describe Lake County to me, in terms of the people and culture, and whether the outlook for the area is open to setting up cottage industries, art colonies, tesla-like communities, etc.Thank youp.s.

If you create an ideal world that everything is easy then it sets you up for constant disappointment.Success is tough but oh so sweet when you find it.

I deal with risk mitigation all day long, and EXPERIENCE is by far the best mitigator!!