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How to structure a partnership?
I have been the landlord of 5 properties for the past 15 years and I now want to build my rental portfolio substantially. I'm a realtor and I have about 5 years as a State Farm catastrophe claims adjuster. I'm new to Ohio and I'm currently a realtor by day and investor by night. I have a connection to some private money and I'm not sure how to structure the partnership. He wants to put around $100-150k in initially just to test how we will work together. Then more as I build his confidence. He doesn't know a lot about real estate but he's amazing at business in general. My goal is to obtain about 100 rental units in the next few years. My credit is bad and I currently do not have a lot of income. My private lender has great credit and much cash flow. I'm wondering if anyone can give me advice on how to structure a partnership (money split) on a situation where I'm buying one rental property after another and he is acting as the bank. (he will possibly be the one signing for refinancing once the property is seasoned) I know if I simply found a lender they would charge around 6-12%. I want this person to be a little more involved and help me make wise decisions. Does anyone have experience in a situation like this?