A fireplace in an attic studio could be a selling point, but only if it works well and fits the vibe.

Opt for loan terms and interest rates that you can comfortably manage.Build reserves: Set aside cash reserves to cover unexpected expenses, like vacancies or repairs.Consult with professionals: Seek advice from real estate agents, lenders, attorneys, and tax professionals to ensure you're making informed decisions.Remember, there's no one-size-fits-all answer.

Make sure they fit your communication style and prelease the units.

I've worked with some Canadians buying  here in Ohio.Indeed, rather than selling your stocks to fund investments (and lose out on any potential price appreciation and dividend payments, as well as incurring capital gains taxes), a nice alternative is to borrow against some percentage of the holdings.You would start with the brokerage where you hold the stocks and see what their loan program looks like for the account you hold. 

For example, looking at the Scottsdale/Tempe border but on the Scottsdale zip code side might be a good fit for this. 

To be honest, there are countless real estate agents out there, and often you need to do your own research and schedule appointments to find the right fit.

Or, there are OHFA (Ohio Housing Finance Agency) DPA programs that might also be able to help.

@Matt Smith - as @Christopher S. mentioned you cannot use an ADU unit in Chicago as an AirBNB as the city's intent with the program is to provide additional affordable housing. 

California Mortgage Relief Program). 

Every job I see requires 3+ years of experience and knowledge of multiple different programs.