Feel free to share the details here or send me a message if you'd like talk more. 

Be real in your interactions, share your goals and don't be shy about giving back and the more you invest in others, the more likely you'll get valuable insights and support in return.

Thank you, everyone, who shared their stories here. 

Feel free to explore the BiggerPockets forums, ask questions, and connect with fellow investors who can share valuable insights based on their experiences. 

In 99% of cases the seller will pay the buyer's agent share of commission but not a bad idea to ask what happens if we find a property where the seller isn't paying any buyer's commission - in which case if you're working with the agent then you should expect to pay whatever fee you work out with them. 

@Geoff StuhrI am a real estate agent and investor in Dallas, TX.Happy to connect and share my knowledge and experience.Join local real estate investment clubs.Get in touch with a local agent or investor and shorten your learning curve and save you a lot of headaches as they tend to understand the market better.All the best!

Happy to share my experiences.

I have several questions to answer before writing a proposal and would greatly appreciate any advice whether broad or specific:-What are the advantages of a partnership with a pre-determined percentage of profits shared VS a personal loan with a fixed interest rate?

You need a landlord's liability policy for that site if you don't have one already.

I would be happy to share more about the city and answer any questions you may have!