I work with investors in the insurance/risk management industry and know a number of other industry professionals to help build out your team.Also, are you looking more commercial or personal types of properties?

Some do great things for their industries, others, no so much. 

Know a little bit about my situation is that I'm just starting in the real estate industry and I'm on limited funds.

When you work in an industry that is considered a basic human right you need to be cognizant that people will react when they feel they are being screwed 

A good thing to remember in our industry is that the lowest price is not the lowest cost. 

https://moneyinc.com/the-top-five-ibuyers-in-the-real-estate-industry/I was also going to suggest, as a potential interim solution to help you and your partner on the carrying cost, is to explore short term rental. 

I would fight it (in the insurance industry the 'squeaky wheel gets the oil').

@Joshua Strickland, You're in an excellent industry niche and job position to launch yourself into an awesome commercial investing career with the entrepreneurial bent you have. 

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Current Employment Statistics (CES)The Current Employment Statistics (CES) program produces detailed industry estimates of employment, hours, and earnings of workers on payrolls every month.

I was also in a different industry then.Hoping to create discussion on the topic and find out pros/cons of each entity so I can make the best decision.