@Lucas MillerMaybe partner up with someone as a minority partner in their deal and learn.

I totally agree with you about finding the right partner. 

For instance, my partners and I have discussed marketing for owner financing to people who own out right who might be looking to down size and want a monthly income.

I'm looking for an accountability partner.

If I buy a personal home first (first time home buyer) and then try to get a rental property with my business partner, would that present any problems, credit wise?

wasting your time.. 100% financing happens for well established experienced flippers.Beginners NO.you can try do hard money but of course they want 3k to have a hope of funding  deal so its not no money down.you would do much better finding a money partner to start than thinking you can do real estate with 1k of liquidty.Frankly all the no money down deals can happen in theory in practice for those with no money its darn near impossible unless your in a market that has huge excess inventory that folks are just dying to get rid of ..

When looking for a PM company in a market you want to invest in, I would look up NARPM and start with them..Below are some questions I would think would be a good starting point for you to see who really treats their company like a business or a hobby.My business partner is a regional VP for NARPM and I am happy to help if you need anything please reach outQuestions to Ask prospective management companies What are your average days on market for vacant homes?

I think 60% to money partner and 40% to working partner is a fair split.  

I have invested in Victor and Idaho Falls and know the investing side pretty well but would welcome a partner on the contracting side.

He talks about bootstraping your investments, and the pros of not having partners on deals.