[Hugh R]

At 21 with such an opportunity, I hope I'd have had the sense to go for it. Protect yourself in terms of any cash buy ins, or sweat equity. You don't want to work there for a few years and then get booted out of the son's business without a dime. What does "Business Partner" mean to him or you? You actually own part of it, or you think you'll get something? I've never had a business partner, but look to Rob911 in British Columbia for some sage advice.