I chose to invest in 1272 Lakins Rd, Etna, due to its potential in a growing market.

Connecting with local GC groups in your area will help you connect with subcontractors, find out tips and tricks of the trade in your local area (since all areas and their real estate differ slightly).Also, have you considered the motivation behind building a brand-new duplex versus finding one on the market?

Here’s our OPINION for the Metro Detroit market (use as a template for your target area!)

Also make sure to build on a property located in a desirable location with larger pop density and if holding for rentals, charge median rent for that market as lenders want to see a bigger pool of buyers/renters available to occupy/sell. 

I'm an independent agent here in AR and I write a lot of rental property, with ~6 preferred markets and if the properties have some issues, age, claim history etc.

Here are some practical steps and strategies to consider:## Single Family and Small Multifamily HomesWhen looking at single-family and small multifamily homes in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin, make sure to analyze the local market trends, rental yields, and property appreciation rates.

His family made their money with W2s and the stock market.

Look at their marketing strategy.

Rates:$2,000 Daily$10,000 Weekly$30,000 Monthly$25,000 Long Term Monthly$3,000 Holiday Daily$15,000 Holiday WeeklyI am looking for insight for anyone who has experience in this market to see how realistic that is... 

I would check your market analysis.