An easy flip at 7-10% return might be more lucrative than a larger project that takes longer and more chances for cost over runs. 

This is less of an issue here that what you all are describing.  

I am having issues with one property I own in Cahokia.  

Are you set on starting with a larger property, or would you be open to beginning with something smaller to build experience?

The boom in building was mostly for the larger cabins because of the crazy rents they were getting during covid (even a little before covid actually). 

Most of our newer investors approach 2-3 lenders to discuss loan options.Some lenders recommend making your financing inquiries within a 45-day time period to avoid larger drops in your credit scores.All the best!

In general it is not worth building a single ADU for a variety of issues but the largest is the cost to add the ADU is typically far greater than the value added by the ADU.  

I'm seeking to be in an environment with like minded individuals to learn and network to grow my portfolio and eventually network to collaborate on larger deals once I have a better understanding of the commercial side. 

Hoping to go down one of two paths:1- Buy a condo or small single family home and build equity and create value with my maintenance/construction background.2- Find a cash provider to do this on a larger scale with a 3-5 unit building. 

Because I need cashflow proceeds to start being withdrawn in 2 years and not today, I'm looking for how I can build up the empire with a larger portfolio with continued investments beyond the initial $250k now.