Did you know that people are willing to pay a premium for a property that has a separate living space? Not only do accessory dwellings create long-term value, but they are also flexible living spaces for family long-term and can even earn passive income as rentals. If you are looking for additional space for an…
Did you know that having a granny flat on your property can increase your home’s value by 30%? While this figure may be different in different parts of the world, adding an ADU in California is one of the best ways to add space and value to your property. ADUs can come in a wide…
You’ve been looking for new ways to upgrade your living space, but you’ve run out of room in your actual home. There are only so many renovations that you can make before your house is perfect, but you’re still hungry for more. Now what? Why not add a backyard cottage? A small and quaint accessory…
Over 1.1 million parents in America currently live with their adult children. So if you are thinking about moving your parents into your family home, you are in good company. However, this transition can be difficult for everyone involved and requires sensitive handling. Giving people enough space and independence will help them adjust to their…
Since the pandemic, a whopping 59% of the American workforce is working from home. Many people are starting to feel the space crunch at home. With so many people spending more time working and hanging out at home, it’s never been a better time to create the ultimate backyard studio. Whether you’re looking for extra…
How Backyard Guest Homes Offer Creative Housing Solutions for the Aging Population As the population ages, so does the need for creative housing. Most of the aging population are not ready to move into a retirement village or nursing home. Yet few can afford to continue to care for a large home on their own. …
People need a place to live. Whether it’s an apartment, a house, or a sprawling ranch, everyone dreams of having a place of their own. Unfortunately, an urban shortage of homes along with a global housing crisis has made this dream increasingly more challenging. Accessory dwelling units (or ADUs) can solve the housing crisis and…
In California, over 12,00 backyard apartments were built in 2019 alone. That’s because ADUs are a great investment for homeowners. You can have a guest space for friends and family. You can use it as an investment property to earn passive income. However you want to use your backyard apartment, building an accessory dwelling unit…
Recent events have shown us the importance of keeping families together. Today one in four Americans live in multigenerational households. This is an increase of 15% in the last ten years! If you live in the San Jose area, adding an ADU to your property could be a great solution. San Jose’s mayor is committed…
You have an investment opportunity right in your backyard. An accessory dwelling unit can be an investment for your family and your future. An ADU provides more living space and endless possibilities to create the space your home needs. A guesthouse, an in-law-suite, an art studio, or a home office are only some of your…
Are you thinking about adding a guest house to your home? If you’re already thinking about it, you’re about to gain a whole lot of benefits from it! If not, you should start to think about building a guest house because of the benefits it could give you. Now you may be thinking, what benefits?…
Keeping family close is always important, and there may come a time when you need to have a family member stay at your home. Maybe they want to spend time with their grandchildren, or they’re planning on staying long-term. However, not every home is built to accommodate a growing occupancy. If a family member wants…
