I'm learning that the school of hard knocks (aka, actually doing something) has proven to be much more eye-opening than any mastermind course.

Does the local municipality recognize the basement as a separate address?

And once a campaign is going, billboards have surprisingly proven effective.  

@Jonathan Klemm thanks for the mention@Ali Farhat Jonathan is correct that you may still have some opportunity depending on the Zoning designation for the lot, and how many existing units are Legally Recognized by the City.You can Check the Zoning Designation here on the Chicago Zoning MapFrom there, you need to check the requirements for your lot based on the Chicago Zoning Ordinance (Note: RS-3 does not mean 3 Units.

Most states would recognize this and help you out.

If the court did not send to you a copy of what they filed on the 24th then the court may not even recognize it as valid. 

People have been complaining about their fees since then too :) Occasionally the ground shifts and a particular area of skill becomes obsolete but the skill set has proven its worth over centuries.

I know there are investment platforms where sponsors can connect with investors, often at a premium, but I’m curious about other proven methods that don’t involve purchasing a list of accredited investors.For those of you who have successfully raised capital, what approaches have worked best for you?

I’m a big mosaic theory person and try and recognize/find the value in every(one/thing).

We recognized market conditions were optimal for a fast flip, and our ability to act quickly minimized holding costs while maximizing profit.