In that I would not own the home in my name (the trust would) under those assumptions.Is this even a reasonable strategy to jump start a real estate investment portfolio, any alternative ideas are welcome.I hope I have stated this with enough clarity, Please let me know if additional information is required to answer the question. 

So I tried out dozens of different alternatives and compiled a guide to switching.

Or if you don't feel comfortable with that you can alternate. 

Cheap alternative.

The alternative is, do you have a co-signer or business partner?

Bank won't give me the amount to build both units off the bat, and I'm searching for an alternative way to finance the ADU until I can get renters in there and refinance the bond.Any suggestions would help!

@Michael Moreno When it comes to self directed accounts that allow for alternative asset investing (not all do) it is important to be aware of prohibited transactions and disqualified persons. 

There's now a competing bill in Colorado about property taxation of short-term rentals. 
The original bill, talked about here, would quadruple the property taxes on any home operated as an STR for 90 days or more in ...

I would look at alternative investments if you want RE exposure-- REITs, Mortgage Notes, etc.

Alternatively, you could install energy-efficient fixtures and appliances to help keep utility costs down for both units.