Generating scripts and building a database?

My plan is to work on on-market deals and focus on building long-term relationships with agents to bring me pocket listings. 

To be clear, I'm thinking I would do the above for several years while building my portfolio and learning, and then solely focus on my portfolio once I'm established and am generating enough income to live off of.

It's about researching and networking effectively but most importantly, building relationships with local experts like property managers, contractors, and real estate agents.The BRRRR strategy can be profitable but it relies heavily on trustworthy partners.

I'm trying to decide between building an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on my existing property (secured permit) and investing in a rental property in a cheaper market.

Hi Trevor, I totally get the partnership struggles—communication can be tricky.

Back when I was brokering commercial real estate 100 years ago I had a deal on a small office building fall through when during the walk thru just prior to closing the buyer insisted on checking the candy vending machine and verbally to;d us and sent us a follow up letter informing us that he wasn’t going to close because the Baby Ruth’s in the candy machine were stale.  

People can't dedicate time to building wealth.

But 2-4 units is Chicago is extremely complex with 100+ year old buildings, Chicago zoning, department of buildings with violations and inspections, plus the RLTO. 

Something that is a new build or recently fully remodeled you can get by with a lower number.