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ADU Condos

AB 1033 is being implemented, and that means homeowners can opt to 'condotize' their ADUs and sell. Here's how it works

Pro Tips to Skinny Down your ADU Construction Costs

Need to reduce construction costs when building your ADU? We have some tips from processionals on how to stretch your construction budget.

ADUs cash flow MORE with inflation (even with higher rates)

Yeah interest rates are higher than what we're used to, but rents are even higher. While interest rates may come down more slowly than...

Appraisal Institute: How SB 9 and ADUs will revolutionize California real estate

Meredith Munger

Nov 15, 20211 min read

Appraisal Institute: How SB 9 and ADUs will revolutionize California real estate

Denis DeSaix of the Appraisal Institute and MetroCal Appraisal discusses how appraisers should treat splitting lots, as authorized under...

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Meredith Munger

Nov 15, 20211 min read

New Appraisal Guidelines for ADUs!

Denis DeSaix of the Appraisal Institute explain the exciting new appraisal guidelines for ADUs. “The value of the ADU is closely...

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Even in tough economic times, ADUs create greater financial resiliency.

Meredith Munger

Nov 15, 20211 min read

Even in tough economic times, ADUs create greater financial resiliency.

People worry about the economy today just like they did in the Great Depression and Great Recess ion. Yet we can learn how families...

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Everything you need to know about financing an ADU, including how to buy the property or invest.

Meredith Munger

Sep 25, 20211 min read

Everything you need to know about financing an ADU, including how to buy the property or invest.

Here's a detailed presentation on the options for financing ADUs, whether you currently own the property or are looking to buy and build.

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You don't need equity. How Renovation Loans Work to build Your ADU - in detail

Meredith Munger

Sep 25, 20211 min read

You don't need equity. How Renovation Loans Work to build Your ADU - in detail

A recap of the precise process for renovation loans to build your ADU, including how to be reimbursed soft costs, what to pay for and...

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Meredith Munger

Sep 25, 20211 min read

2 Biggest Mistakes on ADUs

Avoid the 2 big mistakes we see in building an ADU.

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When building an ADU, know your budget & financing first

Meredith Munger

Sep 25, 20211 min read

When building an ADU, know your budget & financing first

Why build a champagne castle when you could be on a beer budget? Get pre-approved for financing, determine your budget, and then go design.

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Meredith Munger

Sep 25, 20211 min read

ADUs keep families together

Families who team up their finances and build ADUs are more likely to succeed financially.

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Meredith Munger

Sep 25, 20211 min read

Manufactured homes make GREAT ADUs!

It's ain't your father's mobile home! These modern homes are built in factory for even tougher standards, and they can be customized.

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How Active Duty military families and veterans can invest in real estate and build ADUs

Meredith Munger

Sep 25, 20211 min read

How Active Duty military families and veterans can invest in real estate and build ADUs

Take advantage of PCS by buying homes and adding up to 4 ADUs or rental units. Ypur VA Renovation loan benefits can pay for 100%.

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Meredith Munger

Sep 25, 20211 min read

Loan Options for ADUs

Learn more about financing available for ADUs as low as $450 per month for every $100,000 in construction.

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Meredith Munger

Sep 25, 20211 min read

ADU Permit Rules vs. Lending Guidelines

They don't always match, so we have to get creative - together

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Why ADUs are GREAT for tough financial times

Meredith Munger

Sep 21, 20210 min read

Why ADUs are GREAT for tough financial times

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What to do with renovation loan guidelines clash with ADU permit rules? Get Creative!

Meredith Munger

Sep 21, 20210 min read

What to do with renovation loan guidelines clash with ADU permit rules? Get Creative!

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How to add $100,000 available in your loan with $1,000 of wood and roofing

Meredith Munger

Sep 21, 20210 min read

How to add $100,000 available in your loan with $1,000 of wood and roofing

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Meredith Munger

Sep 21, 20211 min read

Cash out vs. HELOC to Finance an ADU

Which is better to finance an ADU: a cash-out refinance or a 2nd mortgage or HELOC? To find out, you have to run the numbers.

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Meredith Munger

Sep 21, 20211 min read

Renovation Refinance to Build an ADU Step-by-Step

Learn the step-by-step process how a renovation refinance can help you build your ADU.

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Meredith Munger

Nov 19, 20201 min read

One of the first ADUs!

We are so proud to work with ADU experts Habitat out of the Bay Area, so imagine our joy when one of our first ADU clients called to make...

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Meredith Munger

Jun 5, 20201 min read

Investing in ADU Properties

ADUs are a wonderful opportunity for real estate investors to buy a small single family home and create up to 3 homes on the property.

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Meredith Munger

Jun 5, 20201 min read

Can you move into your ADU? Yes!

Loan guidelines allow you to live on any portion of your property and still receive owner-occupied interest rates - the lowest available.

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