I am planning to build a portfolio dashboard for my properties in Excel, and I have a pretty good idea of what I want to see about them individually and combined. 

You have to find a zip code that has a prevalence of multifamily and a pathway to build multifamily.

On the other hand, a detailed quote with a higher total may offer more transparency and reduce the risk of surprises as the project progresses.I specialize in consulting services for situations like this, where I help clients evaluate contractor quotes, ensure transparency, and navigate the renovation process with confidence.

Is just the fact that no garage could be a no go for some buyers enough to build it even if it only raises the value by the actual cost?

Does anyone have a good contract or outline of terms they like using with contractors? 

please send me a case example I'd love to read. that's one appraisal. the knowledge I have as a licensed general contractor working with investors from 5 cities at a time all over the country buidling 3 different floorplans I would say trumps one ADU you read about online 

Quote from @Matt McNabb: I'm a solid $400k/yr job in NYC and have $250k to begin investing as my first step into building a portfolio, although I don't have time to be a landlord so I have to account for management fees.  

Commercial Revenue Generating properties like office buildings, apartment buildings, retail centers, etc (banks call it "CRE" lending) are typically evaluated from their net operating income, not gross.

There is no license requirement for contractors in Texas.

She would be putting all the cash down for the property and I'm a contractor and would take care of all of the rehab work along with finding the house, dealing with real estate agent etc. how can we make it so that it would be 50-50 ownership of the property and all future profit?