Also, since you like Sherwin products, their Superpaint works pretty well for this type of application.

I also recommend reading blogs and forums or watching videos on how to develop a good roommate contract, house rules, etc.

The city told us that all the owners of the 6 properties had to submit and sign a new subdivision application so that the city could issue permits and turn utilities on for the investors that were requesting it.

It's the landlord who ends up cleaning the tenants ranges and scrubs out their bathtub; typically while the tenants sit in the living room and watch TV (ask me how I know).It's not a two partner job. 

Watch a few youtube videos on increasing your credit score quickly.

Many tax laws are open to interpretation and even an incorrect application abuse of the law is probably not getting anyone thrown in jail especially when they will eventually pay their taxes on the money. 

My understanding is that you have to submit an application with the county in the same year as the transfer/purchase.

Do you still use an application?

As someone else mentioned, if you decide to rent a new property for yourself, you'll want to watch the net change in cashflow or you may be wasting your time and money.

I need to be the first millionaire in my family I promised it to myself, my mom is relying on me and the people that doubted me are watching me.