If the project is in Canada then I would look to an attorney that understands international law as it could be more complex.Personally for something along the lines of what you are doing I would look to partner with another developer vs trying to raise the capital as that will be less labor intensive.

Does anyone have any insight into what these types of businesses are typically looking for in a partner and what I should be doing to make my space a good fit for them? 

I love money partners, I do 70/30 -50/50 splits.

Because with an HOA in tow that means your not doing it alone, you have active "partners" who will be taking care of a slew of things so think of it like training wheels. 

Consultants, inspectors, and mentorsProperty managersAssistantsBookkeepers, accountants, and attorneysLandlords if you rent your office spaceYour business partners if you paid them (except if they were strictly lenders)Disclaimer about wholesalers: it is a controversial issue, with some of my colleagues claiming that wholesalers do not need 1099s.

We don't allow any "deal-making" in the forums, which includes advertising your services or properties, looking for partners, etc.

Partnering with an experienced local agent will be key—they can guide you through the market and help identify the best opportunities.

That is me reading between the lines, and I would suggest partnering with someone who has the money.

Much more difficult to raise EQUITY capital through partners 3.

There are dozens of other benefits including a free SDIRA account to invest in real estate through a 401(k) or IRA, individual and group coaching, VIP access to off market deals, referral partner status,etc.