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?

Also I’m not sure if you are reading any of the graphs other than maybe a location in the heading and the slope of the line, but that very first table you posted is a good argument for why CA real estate is so impressive.

Either way, my belief is to educate the seller to open the conversation and get them to the negotiation table. 

@Joe SplitrockI counted Bifold closet doors as one, though I was a bit inconsistent as I counted French doors as two🤭.

I'm estimating high, because bringing more cash to the table always helps the lender feel more confident in your deal. 

CRM can show customers at a table as Excel and in a few other ways, Excel can't even dream about it.Read the detailed comparison in the article "Excel vs CRM".

I'm sure it's on the table.

I am working on getting my CA Real Estate license by the end of August 2020.I bring a tangible set of skills that I can apply with any potential mentor's business and/or needs in case he or she is worried that I will not be bringing anything to the table in return for their guidance, education, and potential partnership. - I have an engineering degree from SJSU.

I am working on getting my CA Real Estate license by the end of August 2020.I bring a tangible set of skills that I can apply with any potential mentor's business and/or needs in case he or she is worried that I will not be bringing anything to the table in return for their guidance, education, and potential partnership. - I have an engineering degree from SJSU.

If you are saying he wants to get paid under the table, then no you cannot deduct any expenses related to him.Also, moving expenses are not deductible even if he was your legit employee.