If Anyone has additional information on the Chicago market right now and some insight Id love to talk. 

Then I take notes and move the Meeting forward in my calendar as needed.EXAMPLE:Name: Bob Smith Phone: xxxxxxxxxx Email: xxxx@xxx2022-04-12: rcvd employment application, sent to HR for background check2022-04-10: Initial phone interview, moving forward with questionnaire2022-04-08: Received resumeSo, what do you need besides this to better organize you

Next, arrange a site walkthrough to pinpoint any additional needs or potential challenges.

It is currently a glorified finished attic with little room- Use addition and raise it up and extend it to the side of the home for more finished space and room for deck, washer/dryer room etc- Make the living space as functional as possible with the added sqft- Add outside living structures like deckThis is a fairly wealthily area and I want to maximize my ROIWhat are some things you recommend for a large scale project like this and what are some hurdles ?

Contact a couple contractors to see what the cost would be to add the addition.

Here are a few additional ideas that have worked for me and others in competitive markets like Austin:Off-Market Leads from Contractors: I had a friend who rehabbed a house in North Austin last year.

Planning to start a complete home remodel (interior/exterior) on a home (currently 837 sq ft), kitchen and bathroom bump out, and add an additional bathroom. 

He may have to eat those additional expenses if he can't prove he had approval prior to doing it.c.

This in itself is an understated benefit because its a real pain having to explain to a lender, prospective employer etc. why your name is in the docket. 

Recently completed a cash-out refi and want to take that money and buy 2 additional properties (~$200k or less each).