Starting out on any unfamiliar home improvement project can be daunting. From landscaping to a kitchen remodel, there are many questions to ask. Picking a contractor for the job is one of the most challenging aspects. Adding an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) to your home is no different. From all the different factors – material, placement, construction…
You may choose to build an accessory dwelling unit for any number of reasons. Some have aging parents that will be more comfortable living on their property. Others are hoping for an extra place to relax and find peace. The return on your investment will depend on a great deal on the use you will…
When you finally have that lightbulb moment and exclaim proudly, “I’m getting my ADU in the back built!”, what does that really entail? The popularity of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are growing exponentially. These aren’t the granny suites of yesteryear. Now, these are chic and modern fully fleshed out living spaces. With the rise of the…
San Jose’s affordable housing crisis is hitting families hard, but families with special needs have an even harder time. A limited housing market means that their options may be nonexistent, and living spaces that could be workable may require renovation before their loved one can use them. No family should have to make the choice…
Are you looking to bring your family closer together? Do you want to provide some extra support to your parents, an affordable housing option to your recent college graduate, or expand your home to make room for several generations? With the high cost of living in California, that’s a tall order, especially if, like most…
J erry Brown, Governor of California, signed two bills to promote ADUs in the state. These came into effect on January 1, 2018. Since then, there’s been a huge rise in the number of accessory dwelling units in the state. The housing shortage in many areas of the United States and Canada has inspired many people…
Are you thinking of building an ADU? You’re not alone. Whether you have a relative with special needs, an aging loved one, a boomerang kid, or just want to earn some extra income, ADUs offer a small but mighty solution to the urban housing crisis. However, building an ADU isn’t as simple as picking up your materials…
Once upon a time, most Americans didn’t entertain the notion of other people living on their property. But times are changing. What if we said you could undertake a home improvement project that would boost your home value, generate income, and even bring your family closer? We’re talking about granny flats. Of course, if you’re…
You’ve calculated your budget, solidified your vision, and now you’re ready to get your construction project started. But before you sign the contract, you need to be aware of and prepared for change orders. Without preparation, change orders can stall the length of time it takes to complete your project. They can tack on additional…
When money is tight or someone needs help, families come together. When a relative has special needs or needs extra care as they age, that safety net kicks in. The difference is that for those with special needs or limited income, housing and care options may be limited to what they can afford. That’s why…
With year over year growth that’s stayed at twice the rate of inflation, real estate investing has long been one of the most reliable ways to build wealth. However, as you build wealth, the market could tank, you could get sued, or you could make a bad call that drags everything down. Protecting your real estate investment…
I reached up, clasped the rope with both hands, and winched myself the final few feet to the top. The muscles in my shoulders and arms burned with the effort, but I’d succeeded. I’d climbed 150 feet to the crown of one of the over 390 billion trees that grow in the Amazon rainforest. At…
