My state’s MLS didn’t have many relatively close comps (except one) that’s why I asked

That doesn't always work (cousins don't count in Provo), but the best way to use an accessory apartment as a duplex is to rent it to a single family and their relatives. 

A lot of forum members are very knowledgeable in their respective fields related to real estate investing, whether that is real estate sales, wholesaling, flipping, rentals, lending, self-directed IRA and Solo 401k investing, or tax and legal guidance.Discounts on some products and services are offered to BP members: https://www.biggerpockets.com/perks/proIf you haven’t been to it already, you might want to check out the BP blog: https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/The site has quite a few tools that can be helpful for new members.

Standard of living is relative, dont try to change how people live, and dont expect them to change because you make the unit nicer.

While some of what you said as it relates to the mechanics of the unit is a little over my head at the moment, that information was incredibly helpful and I will keep it in mind as I move forward! 

I figure if I can get some part time work with a real estate related company then it can only benefit me.

She was a relative of the owner and wanted to know the details so she could relay the info. 

A lot of forum members are very knowledgeable in their respective fields related to real estate investing, whether that is real estate sales, wholesaling, flipping, rentals, lending, self-directed IRA and Solo 401k investing, or tax and legal guidance.The site has quite a few tools that can be helpful for new members.

Most of my relatives live in those areas.

If you can translate these risks into relatively quantifiable numbers they are easier to manage.