This will heavily influence the best strategy for you.

With the new subway line being built nearby, do you think this could boost demand for smaller, ADU-style units?

Narrow your focus, stop buying properties, and figure out what you actually know really well rather than letting FOMO, spreadsheet calculations on faulty pro formas, and advice of strangers on the internet influence your investment decisions. 

Do you think if the 10 year drops 25% to get back to Sep/Oct rates that's without any other factors influencing it and no recourse post?

Next, I'll be pivoting into subsidized housing investment and collecting rent $ from the government as i truly do believe this is a way to boost CoC return percentages in today's market.

Now some other investors may believe they can boost your revenue quite a bit but they don't want to pay for that projected boost. 

Chicago cap rates are lower then interest rates so what I see clients do is rehab to add a ton of equity/boost rents and then either just hold it or do a partial cash out to get back 1/3 or 1/2 the money in the deal which gives you a higher COC.

i am totally impressed with the way 'guru' out there trying to influence people promising there's a gold cave somewhere from 'infinite banking' to 'my own the greatest system ever' :-) I bet they save their money in the crypto token as well.

An experienced team or partner can also help boost confidence.Providing a combination of a solid commitment letter, proof of funds, and a clear, professional approach signals you’re serious and capable of closing the deal.

Vacancy rates can be highly market-specific and influenced by factors like the local job market, tenant demographics, and property management.