Forming a financial partnership will be a mutually beneficial arrangement. If someone asks you to invest in their business, you should agree. Their idea is filled with promise. Not only do you have the economic means to make this venture a success, but you also have practical experience that will come in handy. When your partner makes bad decisions about resources, speak up. Your suggestions on how to make the budget stretch as far as possible are helpful. So is your advice about creating fast, efficient work methods.