In fact, I know how to make my own deals and gicealfinders is my contribution to members of the public that are interested in getting an opportunity to get into the business.The problem with providing this type of opportunity is that people misconstrue it and make demands that they don't deserve. 

I am also spending a lot of my time on bigger pockets researching how to use a uniformed service TSP retirement account that I can no longer contribute to in an effort to possibly open a SD401k or similar tool to build up my retirement through real estate investing.

I am amazed at what a great source of information Bigger Pockets is and everyone’s willingness to share their knowledge and experiences (I hope to be able to contribute in the future).

Otherwise, I have little income over/above monthly obligations as my only current income is my pension - and thus probably don't have much borrowing power.My would-be partner works full-time; doesn't have much up-front capital to contribute - but does bring a much better debt/income ratio and thus also borrowing power to the table.Any thoughts/ suggestions as to what I should propose as far as a profit distribution formula (for those funds not going back into the entity fund)?

Yes you are right this a great place to learn and contribute to the posts.

I will start to contribute the little that I know and look forward to connecting with buyers/investors in the Los Angeles Area.

Maybe I'll even be able to contribute and help someone out as well. 

If you want to have zero closing costs, either get some sort of seller contribution and/or lender credit.   

I'm compelled to say that BP community will be my mentor to the finish line with its countless contributions on how to invest.

.:(  can you ask for a lower price with less seller contribution?