I remember a lesson from my good friend while playing my favorite strategy game "Go" years ago.

It would  complicate the deal and this would be a good chance to get it cheaper yet and a playing chip to use to negotiate better terms .

Get in now before it is too late....I have been playing monopoly in that area and now own several multifamily.

I just found some potential meet ups in my area that I hope will continue and I can be a part of!

I would guess that the short term future will continue to be a Fix and Flip for homes or a quick flip. 

He ended up hiring a no-nonsense Property Manager, but regularly visited the properties himself and presented himself to the tenants as the sometimes maintenance man.I think you should either cut yourself out of the picture entirely by hiring a PM, or continue to manage yourself and be upfront with the tenant. 

I'm very mature for my age, I have learned a lot and will continue to learn, and I am (obviously) incredibly ambitious.

It would help my growth (and progress toward financial independence) to have his capital to play with but I want to be sure and make a deal that benefits everyone. 

The problem is turnkey providers don't provide continued management to keep your asset performing as promised.

I am really excited to continue my learning