Should I Partner With Someone?

[Mike Garner]

Hey! Traditionally my only exposure with real-estate is taking equity positions in large multi-family properties.

But, I think it might be worth learning to acquire properties on my own. My problem is a combination of lack of knowledge and lack of time/skill. However, I do have decent income and funds I could invest.

I'm wondering if you guys think it would be smart for me to find someone who needed money for a deal (funding a down payment, as an example) and partnering with them taking advantage of their knowledge and potentially time. Ideally, I'd learn how to go through the process and maybe make a little.

Feedback? If this is a workable idea, how would I possibly go about connecting with someone on this. I'm not really plugged into any real estate communities.

Thanks