I've extensively researched BP forums and have spoken to other developers, builders, atty's, and CPA's about how best to determine profit share between partners based on 1)Risk, 2)Capital Contribution, and 3)The Role of Each Partner in the project . . .

It is all based on the contacts and experience that you have to make your investment a success.

But assuming people already have capital, I think a combination of your options is needed, depending on market.

We now wish to refinance and are open to my friend's request of giving her the option of exiting the property or staying in based on numbers.

There is also a military base. 

A real estate agent, and I am trying to help my client decide whether he should finance or not. I have a a summary of financing fees and charges for this deal. These will be a $85,000 distressed property with a $102,0...

We have the umbrella insurance to cover home based on the research from this forum.

Another option that can potentially be free is looking for a mentor who is doing what you aspire to do in real estate and see how you can be of value to them so you can learn while helping their business.

Other landlords, and this usually when they occupy the property too, want to make a decision based on lifestyle criteria as much as financial factors.

Make sure the price you pay is based on its current position and not its potential value in the future.