I guess I'm saying that the answer to this question depends so much on the individual investor. 

Seems you are a pretty interesting individual.

I do this for them because I have to create a future that we only dream of.

@Alexis Miranda, you have to market for them and create them.

I don't need nor would I pay that kind of money.Recently one of my engineers creating a site plan for me on a development project had his website redone.

But not every entity is created the same and not every coop is set up or dissolved the same.  

Mix in a blended rate of equity created by tenant, tax breaks and appreciation, then your return is much higher.

He will want to stay involved with the property long after his financial investment is paid back, to get the most bang for his buck which I'm fine with, but I want to create clear expectations for his future return. 

I have heard that I should create a trust to protect family assets, and that there are serious implications based on which corp structure I choose.

Hello All, this is my 1st time posting on Bigger Pockets although I read many, many, many posts… I’ve been looking for ways to get started or create cash flow until I make my 1st rental purchase and realized I’ve been sitting on a gold mine.