That would be the dose of cold water this industry needs.I agree with the others, If you can afford to bring him in on one of your houses in a small capacity, that'd be ideal.  

Do you know what price points, neighborhoods, and rehab budgets would be ideal for you?

Ideally hoping to cashflow at least $500 after expenses.  

And it’s led me to the realization I need more properties.That idea led me to BP podcasts, which in turn led me here.

Ideally I would like to meet good property managers, contractors, agents, and wholesalers for the above mentioned type of deals.

Retail is great, but my primary interest here on BP is that of becoming a flipper/rehabber; I love the idea of taking something less ideal and making it beautiful for a family to live in and make great memories there.

Ideally I'd like to buy with cash&hard money, then refi to a fixed rate 30 year loan with no balloon.

Ideally I could find a SFR and rent it out until we move. 

Well mostly, the motivated sellers I deal with are generally not only willing to sell for a below market price, they are basically willing to give it away.

Ideally we were going to begin our joint real estate venture slowly using the BRRRR.