We just added an architect to the team and she's just finished the initial set of plans for an ADU in our backyard. 

My architect has been pretty good too but I feel like he overcharges, but honestly am not sure and am more worried about relationship building.

- Find the most useful accounting software (Freshbooks seems good so far)- Begin learning the PlanSwift estimating software- Research local real estate sales and land availability- Meet up with the accountant and get the business structure in place- Meet up with a family member who just graduated interior and structural design school and hash out a great floor plan- Get a few polos and t-shirts printed with the company logo and pass out to friends and family who have been supporting this endeavor3-6 Months- Meet with mentor and begin shadowing and learning the ins-and-outs of general contracting- Meet with plumber about partnering up for a spec build- Meet with realtor and begin searching for a great piece of land- Meet with lawyer and setup some of the more mundane boiler-plate contracts- Research local material companies, lumberyards, etc and begin setting up relationships for purchasing materials- Go to the county permit office and learn the processes and costs for applying for permits6-12 Months- Acquire a piece of land to build upon that has been soil bearing and perk tested, in a good location, and minimal tree/brush clearing if possible- Provide the architect with the floor plan and house design so they can stamp and complete the plans package (foundation, joist, floor, electrical, mechanical, side, site, roof, and detail views)- Finalize partnership with plumber and get contracts in place for how funds will be managed- Finalize partnership with mentor for sub-contractors and get contracts in place- Get a building permit!

PM if you need an architect.

I am an architect/real estate agent and investor and live on the South Shore.

I’ve been researching the idea of architects as developers.

If you don’t know how to calculate the load on the LVL then you should get some help from an architect or engineer. 

Please see the Craig's list ad for more info. https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/off/6914887730.htmlIt's a great space where you can collaborate with architects, a fellow investor, and focus on your work.

@Tom Makinen yes besides they have so much character, style, color, and architect.

To give you a guide, I am getting 7-8% p.a. gross rental yields on my desirable median priced or above SFH rentals.I strongly suggest you read everything on this Investing Architect site.