To achieve this, I’m planning to scale rapidly by performing a couple of syndications to acquire a larger portfolio.I currently have a portfolio of 17 properties, but to justify labor costs and create a sustainable structure, I need to expand quickly.

I am creating a LLC in MD and am looking for a Resident Agent.

I do not have to do anything right now, I just need to learn, wait for the right opportunities, or create them - for example by trying to use subject to and take over someone else's payments who locked in a lower interest rate from a few years ago. 

Once you're ready, create a goal (e.g., "I will buy at least one single-family home, duplex, triplex, or fourplex before the end of 2019") and then do it.

I'd think about creating a very specific buy box and show why agents would be interested in working with you.

Your wife as conservator/guardian has an obligation to her mother and selling the property to herself creates a conflict of interest in that she stands to benefit as the buyer and is also making decisions for someone else as the seller.2.

@Eric Jones created the spreadsheet seemingly the way you directed.  

BP has a book on Partnerships written by Ashley Kehr and Tony Robinson.On the technical side I would suggest partnering on a single flip which can be done with a simple JV agreement before jumping into creating an entity and crafting very good operating agreements.

There are several hurdles during the process:Find the deal - Unless you are marketing or plugged into a community where there are opportunities, it isn't always easy to find the right dealsEvaluate the deal - Without professional guidance and research tools, it is difficult for a newbie investor to evaluate and ARV/FMV or create an adequate rehab budgetSecondary exit strategies - If things don't go as planned are their other opportunities to exit profitably.

They can help you organize your finances and create a sound investment plan.Key Questions to Answer: What are your long-term financial goals?