But he did have unique 4x12 rim joints.  

That makes him a joint venture partner.  

For 2019 my goal is to purchase at least 2 properties in Moncton through joint ventures, with at least one requiring a large rehab so I can learn more about the process of rehabbing units. 

It's better to do a  Joint Venture.

My name is Ronald and I'm going to jump right into it.I'm currently looking to secure a joint loan with myself, my mother and fiance for a property in Houston, Tx.

You either pay the trainer, bring the capitol to a Joint Venture deal, get close enough consuming free content, or only focus on performing paper.

., a few loose ends to tie up:  how was the deed written; joint tenants, tenants in common, or some other permutation? 

I am in a unique position where my family is in the business (contracting, agents, mortgages).Typically I know doing business with family can be very difficult, but I am hoping to be very clear upfront on expectations and partnership- I have found that doing business with family only becomes an issue when you haven't been clear on the onset the joint expectations because those conversations are uncomfortable.Any suggestions on how to structure/document everything financially?

But if you and your wife file a joint tax return then you are each the taxpayer for those properties regardless of what name is on deed. 

From there I did a joint venture with and built a house, after that I struck out on my own, but the market crashed (2008-2009).