Here's my quick brainstormHow I would find a mentor:1)Attending a local real estate clubs2)Attend real estate investment focused educational classes (not get rich quick road shows)3) Look up and research real estate records, news articles etc. of local real estate investors4) Work for a real estate office/broker/agent who invests or works with investors5) Join & volunteer at social service organizations, charities etc that known investors in the area belong.

This is a great idea if the math works, make sure to record dates and when it transitions from your residence to a rental for tax purposes.

Vacation homes and vacations won't be a priority during this time of record unemployment.

Just, WOW...For the record, this is why I call you my "Million Dollar Money Guy!"

Contact the County Clerk where the property is located and ask if they provide a notification service if any docs are recorded that purport to affect your property. 

I have 28 years with my banker and have had the LOC for 25 of those years so lots of track record..

I know it stays on your record for seven years but if I manage to bring my credit score up do you think I will have issues trying to buy in the next year or two.

Best to consult with an attorney who can help you draft an operating agreement that lists the details of the equity structure, partner responsibility, liabilities, management, books and records, etc.

Greetings @Connor Corkrin, Try the Daily Record......https://thedailyrecord.com/

If this is your first project, your partner will most likely need to be friend or family... someone who knows you really well since you have no track record.