If your goal is cash flow, then your best bet may be to live in it for 2 years, and then take that tax free gain (250k single person, 500k married) and buy elsewhere. 

Also, watch out for any litigation or construction issues that could lead to HOA fee increases down the road.Alternatively, you could consider a good deal on a single-family home or a 2-4 unit property.

I can bet if inflation runs then Boston prices skyrocket, but I doubt Austin does.

If you are looking in the area where you live, stop by areas under construction and you can ask. 

"Builder’s risk insurance is necessary from day 1 of the construction project.

Otherwise, you will likely be copying someone else's false expectations.I have reviewed hundreds of such self-constructed logs, and most of them will not hold water.

I bet you were floored when the person ordered every package you had to offer!!

Personally, I love them because they offer built-in diversification.In my experience, local banks are your best bet for financing mixed-use properties.

If you're looking for the cheapest route, conventional may be a better bet.

To confirm my recommendation ask him for references at his current developments, I bet he won’t give you names and will make up an excuse!