My future partner sent me a contract he has used on other occasions with investors, he seems reliable and has a great reputation, but I would still like to consult each clause with an attorney, accountant, or experienced investor with deep knowledge and experience in Real Estate Investing Partnerships.

Just hoping there is a bank that has a reputation of working with better with unorthodox (non W2) income.

If you are new to the process, get an experienced agent that can help you walk through the process and explain your obligations and timelines.You dont want to gain a reputation as someone who writes offers, and cant follow through.

If you don't have a job, getting your license is a great way to start building a network, reputation and knowledge in your market.

I'd add that I feel like I'd want my contractor to be local, if only that they have more reputation skin in the game.  

I like to part amicably and don't want a reputation as a landlord who gouges people.

Does anyone know any reputed builders for a new construction in Dutchess country area in NY.

Maybe you lose a court case, but once the litigation is out there, it damages the builders reputation.

Should I hold on to it and bite the bullet and find a reputable property management company?

More of a slowly build reputation, Capital, and deal experience.