Also trying to put in"seller's commission obligation hereunder shall apply regardless of whether Seller subsequently  lists the Property with another licensed real estate broker or any other party (I have crossed this out).As an investor (this is not an investment property,is my personal residence), I want to be fair and care about my reputation but am not going to be taken advantage by agent.   

You're so right about preventing beginner mistakes...the syndication world is one where you really get one shot to make it as your reputation with your investors depends on it!  

And, there are some weird tidbits, like the notice you have to give a tenant of a Manufactured Home is different than a site built....like the requirements for the font size for an Option contract....random stuff that could save you lots of headaches!

The manufacturer says NO underlayment with the LVP linked above (voids warranty) but is this a real concern?

For contractors, I'm looking to locate reputable full service and specialty (plumbing, electrical, etc.) companies.  

We build approx. 20 homes per year, and are working to establish relationships with reputable nearby vendors.Specifically, we are having difficulty finding the following trades:- Exterior siding installers- Brick installers - Plumbers- FramersWould love to share resources with someone else building similar product ($1M to $3M range) for subcontractor pool, pricing expectations (e.g. $/1000-brick for install, $/SF for framing, etc), etc. specific to this region.

The key is to find a reputable one. 

If you could afford a $400k property in Boston... would you stick to a studio apartment in a good area of Boston or go to some of the cheaper areas where there are longer commutes and more of a reputation for crime?

A reputable company sells you the home fully renovated and provides professional property management.

These are usually small lenders.Suggest you find another lender LOCAL to you with a good reputation from other borrowers in your area.