. - yes, as long as you have made improvements and can verify the new ARV via comps, we can cash-out now.

Some grow too fast and discover they've built a full-time job for themselves.Growth can also include improving cash flow, increasing property value, or optimizing operations.

Network with wholesalers, check public records, and use platforms like PropStream or DealMachine to find distressed properties.Be Cautious: Pay attention to permits, inspections, and local market trends—over-improving for the area could hurt your profits.Starting with a solid plan and realistic numbers will set you up for success.

This strategy can allow you to scale into a bigger or better-quality property while maximizing your equity.When to Start Looking for PropertiesStarting your search before listing your current property is a smart move.

Keep searching for deals, regardless of the season

Value adds were a combination of market value increases, rentability increases, strategic maintenance and improvements during lease cycles, and property management.

It's based on the purchase price and will not include any improvements, reno, or increase in value since the purchase.

Now the value set be appraisers typically is coming in between $50k and $100k   I invite you to search BP or create a post determining values that appraisers are giving to ADUs.  

The "slow flip" I am referring to was purchase the property in the traditional financing way and then live there while rehabbing and improving (adding bedrooms, getting the yards back in shape, updating finishes, building or adding shop space, etc.).

Assuming this is in fact a good deal, and your friend is a qualified GC, instead of trying to be the lead investor, he should be searching for someone who has the balance sheet to take down this deal on their and be a transactional participant.