Could potentially be finished in a single day with a cooperative phone rep at the IRS, could take longer with an uncooperative one.Unlike normal tax preparation/planning however, form 2848 would require you to seek out someone with the EA or CPA certification specifically since the individual must be licensed to get the power of attorney status.

We did not get an EIN since the plan was to form a joint LLC at the end of project completion.

The current plan is to consider selling in a few years but hang onto the house for now (if I can find a good management company to take care of it).

Usually the programs are only available on one unit properties such as single family residences, condos, planned unit development (PUD) and townhouses. 

I will bring equity and planned to be responsible for 50% of any maintenance expenses.Reading other articles on the forum it seems like a 50/50 split of equity in return for the work listed above may be standard but thats why I am asking the community.Any additional thoughts are greatly appreciated.

Given the decreased inventory, what is your plan to maintain or increase your growth?

If this works out well, I plan to invest up to $1M by the end of summer.Yes, the business is incredibly complicated.

Use resources such as TSP (Thrift Saving Plan) or military benefits so that you can save up money and invest it wisely.

My plan was to work with someone who has done similar homes in the area, if possible, who might come in with pre-approved or mostly ready-to-go building plans; no sense re-inventing the wheel. 

To begin, it is important to educate yourself on various strategies, establish a strong network, set clear goals, conduct thorough market research, start with small investments, and create a financial plan.