Seemed legit and expecting to hear back from them today on some proposals for a project I am working on. 

Welcome to BP, I’m an agent here in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area and I work with a lot of investors on fix-and-flip projects, rental properties, and off-market deals.

Are there any strategies here to utilize bank funds for our project?

I assume that's because its a relatively cheap project to finish a basement.

Can you DIY projects and cost cuts? 

Starting with a single-family can be a great way to start especially if you’re looking for a lower-risk starter project where you can get your hands dirty and learn a ton by doing.

We estimate the project will take less than 3 months to complete.I’m exploring alternative short-term financing solutions and would appreciate any advice or recommendations on options that might work well for this type of project.Thank you in advance for your insights and assistance!

Here's a project we sold to Taylor Morrison that will have this new type of housing.

But I strongly urge anyone to always get Aldermanic support before proceeding because it makes life--and the entire project / process--a whole lot easier. :)IN SUM: Based on what you've shared, it sounds like you won't need to rezone if you just want to build a duplex.

In the next 5 years, we have 2 twin span international bridge projects, a new hospital, and the expansions of the university and college.