(Note: These are non-negotiable requirements that must be provided) MBE/WBE/Prevailing Wage: All projects that seek City assistance are required to have a certain percentage of Total Project Costs (TPC) that are being performed by certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) 26% and Women Business Enterprises (WBE) 6%, as well as have labor costs that pay prevailing wage as defined by the State of Illinois.

I'd be working quietly by myself in a research lab or in front of a computer. 

Keep in mind you’ll need a pile of cash (mostly to cover labor as your fill your home) to start the business or get a loan to start the business.

Quote from @Joe Semifero: Quote from @John McGuire: I'm trying to find a good program/app to manage collecting residential rents.

@Joe F.Usually, this is done through a quitclaim deed.

However, I have been trying to figure out possible creative financing options to build more without having to sell, but I cannot seem to find a lender willing to do 100% down on land and construction even though the LTV would be below 50% since I can basically build for costs of material plus minimal labor by doing almost all of it myself , with a little help here and there.

@Conrado BalicustoMy thoughts for you…Long term holds are much less labor intensive than short term rentals.Cheaper C class rentals will let your investment funds to go further than buying A class properties.  

Quote from @Joe Funari: @Stanton Ward Congrats on starting your REI journey.