I’m a home owner that would like to start building a portfolio but just lack the knowledge and direction. 

The HOA is a lennar 'nextgen' Casitas which is one of many of the builds in my community. 

this would let you go to REIA meetings and network, look at properties in person, drive neighborhoods, meet locals, and build a network.with interest rates and prices high, investing right now is taking extra work, creativity, or both. 

I'm also building an ADU here at my primary residence that we'll operate as a STR.Of my Detroit doors, 3 are Section 8 and one is operated as a STR.

The eXp model completely changes what it means to be a team leader, and how to build a team.

I was thinking about the Chase freedom unlimited card because I have heard it is a good card and I want to build a relationship with that bank.

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of your screen and you can search for other MEMBERS or LOCAL MEETUPS.

That would mean to hold the property long enough to build equity and not lose money, which means several other factors need to favor you at the same time. 

How much more building is going on?

Scott's book The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs, it's quite good: https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/the-book-on-estimat...3) Always build in a contingency to your rehab estimate, I usually go with 20% over what I expect it to cost4) Make sure to account for holding costs too of courseI hope that helps