Lending is obviously more hands off, while purchasing a property in your IRA may require more interaction for things like bill pay, hiring contractors, and rental income.

Professionalism is an interesting concept, because I think we've all interacted with professionals who behaved in an unprofessional manner at one point or another. 

Another great way to get involved in the REI community locally is by joining groups on social media for Indianapolis Investors - a lot of unfiltered feedback and recommendations from folks in all sorts of areas of the investing scene; also you can get information on meet-ups.We work with a lot of new investors starting out, from financing to construction to realty - let me know if we can be of assistance.Best of luck to you!

If so, how does this interact with depreciation recapture, other long term capital gains, or anything else, at sale of the property or disposition of the partnership? 

Given the downward pressure that lockdowns and social distancing continue to exert on new construction, do not expect an oversupply of homes anytime soon.

I suppose it's a whole other story if you own in the midwest slums but live on the coasts and brag about your arriviste lifestyle and personal growth every day on social media.

However, we are in an isolated mountain town and not a socially active area like a beach. 

The others have given you good advice and I would add that your generation has the advantage of having grown up with technology/social media.

I like my evenings to relax, socialize or watch a nice movie. :)Best of luck in all your endeavors.  

There is almost never a reason to do business with an online stranger.Until we can socialize again, your best bet is to go to Meetup.com and call some local real estate club operators.