You've worked hard for decades, saved diligently, and now you're staring at retirement wondering how to stretch that nest egg ...

We’ve all seen the stories about egregious delays and cost overruns affecting seemingly every public construction project, large or not-so-large. But anyone who’s done major home improvement work will ...

ADU stands for accessory dwelling unit, a second, smaller dwelling located on the same property as the main single-family residence. ADUs can be attached or freestanding and can be used to house ...

Before you map out plans for an accessory dwelling unit on your property, it's important to know the ground rules. We asked city experts and design pros for advice to help you chart a course to the ...

Building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Sacramento is one of the smartest investments for any homeowner in California.

A refuge for aging parents. Rental income for your golden years. There are plenty of good reasons to build an accessory dwelling unit, also known as an ADU. But don’t assume everyone will be cool with ...

In the backyard of one of his rental homes, Fresno real estate broker Brandon Telesmanic decided to maximize his property and build a smaller rental unit on site. Back in the day, this secondary ...

Why Peninsula Homeowners Are Taking Notice San Mateo County presents a compelling case study for ADU construction. With median home prices in many Peninsula communities exceeding $1.5 million, the ...

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