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February 14, 2026
Stan Acton

What Sets Custom Builds Apart When Designing a Luxury ADU in Los Gatos

Los Gatos homeowners do not build accessory dwelling units for convenience alone. In a community defined by architectural character, hillside properties, and...

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February 11, 2026
Stan Acton

Build-Ready ADUs in San Jose | Acton ADU Week Launch

Acton ADU is launching Acton ADU Week, a multi-event celebration introducing our new Build-Ready ADU product line for Bay Area homeowners. The week runs February 27 – March 7 ...

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February 9, 2026
Stan Acton

Building a Legacy: The Complete Guide to Multigenerational Guest Houses in Menlo Park

In Menlo Park, homes are more than real estate assets. They are long-term family anchors, places where multiple generations gather, grow, and support one another.

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February 5, 2026
Stan Acton

San Jose ADU Regulations: The Surprising Rules Most Homeowners Miss

San Jose is widely considered one of the most ADU-friendly cities in California. On paper, the rules look straightforward, and many homeowners...

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January 15, 2026
Stan Acton

AB 1033 in California: Turn Your ADU Into a Real Estate Asset with an HOA

California’s AB 1033 opens a new door for homeowners: the potential to sell an ADU independent of the primary home—typically by creating a condominium map and establishing...

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December 1, 2025
Stan Acton

ADU Basics in California: A Homeowner’s Guide

Curious about adding an accessory dwelling unit (ADU)—sometimes called a backyard home—to your property? This ADU basics guide explains what ADUs are, how they work in California...

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September 29, 2025
Stan Acton

Building an ADU in the Bay Area? Choose a Local Construction Company

Bay Area homeowners don’t just build ADUs for extra space. They build them to outsmart one of the toughest housing markets in the country.

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September 18, 2025
Stan Acton

Why an ADU Specialist Construction Company Near You Beats a General Contractor

If you’ve ever typed “construction company near me” into Google while dreaming about an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), you’re not alone.

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September 12, 2025
Stan Acton

Thinking of Building an Accessory Dwelling Unit? 6 Key Steps to Get Started

Thinking of building an accessory dwelling unit? You’re not alone. Across California, more and more homeowners are turning to ADUs as a smart way to unlock space, bring families...

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September 8, 2025
Stan Acton

Create a Comfortable Living Space with an Accessory Dwelling Unit Above Your Garage

Most homes have a garage, but the space above it often goes overlooked. What many homeowners don’t realize is that this “hidden level” can become so much more than just storage...

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