So given that I'm looking to partner with my coworker but we bring different things to the table, how do I value our different contributions and structure the partnership to ensure a win-win?

But you only do this when you are able to meaningfully supervise their work, by being able to say things like "THIS problem needs to be addressed within 12 hours, and THAT problem can wait until next month" or "Please explain the cost breakdown for this maintenance service, it seems a little high" or "I'd like to also see a quote for the same washer/dryer combo with a 5 year warranty".While Getting A Property Manager: Finding a Good Management CompanyFrankly, it's a neverending quest.

If we had a lower end place that was fetching average or below average rent, maybe, but this system is not one I will contribute to.

That way if you have a move out or some expense you have the cash on hand to make those medium cost repairs without contributing money out of pocket. 

Hey, first of all want to say thank you to everyone who contributes on here, it makes starting out a little bit easier.

The GA attorney said, "We can do either actually - because you are both the buyer and the seller I don’t see any meaningful difference between the two options." 

I highly doubt the DC market is going to see too much in terms of a correction; there's a fair amount of money and the stimulus+forbearance, as well as the fact that the DC area has managed the coronavirus situation pretty well, contribute to the likelihood that property values won't sink too much, and very well could continue trending upwards.In the end, you're looking to buy and hold, so as long as the numbers work, you should be fine, even if property values dip a bit.

Two members contributing $25,000 apiece would each receive a 50 percent stake in the company.

Will what you are writing on your body at 17 always be meaningful, even when you're 88 years old?

It seems to me that the utilities are unable to be turned on at this point therefore making a meaningful housing inspection impossible along with any chance of me renegotiating the purchase price with the bank or getting an accurate repair estimate for my renovation loan.