Mark, as others have stated, you own the property and can hire whomever you want to fulfill your obligations as outlined in the agreement. 

You come to my office I will outline what it takes to be a partner.

In the Chicago RTLO, it outlines that the owner has the right of refusal. 

Outline where you want to be in five years.

Your business plan should outline capital costs, size, revenue, profit and returns.

Our rental agreement makes it very clear that only the named people can live there, gives a limit to how long guests can stay without prior landlord approval, and outlines the process for adding a new tenant or authorized occupant.

I've hard of spouses utilizing a 'separate' buying strategy but not for the reason you outline there. 

I have a rough outline, and I hope that I could have some help solidifying this so I can use it as more of a guide than just an outline.

And 2) In all the stuff I outlined, costs, etc., what other areas jump out at you as the main areas to focus on to tweak this deal in my favor? 

Is there such a thing as a very structured course outline and reputable Real Estate investment training program.