Let's travel in time back in the giant physical computer days. 360 days in a year and 360 mortgage payments (12 months times 30 years) meant they had to move less vacuum tubes around between calculations if you went with 360 day years.

Or, maybe there are ways to get the same product outside of home Depot at a much cheaper price?

They may have commercial products that are more attractive.That said, you can certainly buy it in your own name(s) and change title in the future.

When I read through reviews for a product I will take a look at the one-stars and they usually are crap. 

Find someone who takes pride in their work and productivity.

The buyers liked how good it was looking so far and trusted our work and couldn't wait to see the finished product.   

Hey Jacob, most if not all residential lenders(1-4units) offering financing via conventional/FHA or other loan products will want you to occupy the property for 12 months as part of the “primary residence” requirement for that loan down payment.

I don't have much to offer in the way of experience yet, but I would say these 2 books have really taught me a lot https://www.biggerpockets.com/store/rental-property-investing-physical https://www.biggerpockets.com/store/brrrr-ultimate . 

@Sanjeev Vij if you know the product you need but just need it in a specific state try posting in that state forum.

I helped an old individual out of a housing situation where they physically were unable to finish the rehab.