All Forum Posts by: Gadiel Del Orbe

I'm transforming my storage into an ADU and I need an engineer that can help me draw some plans.

Thank you for the advice gentlemen. 

I own a Duplex in Los Angeles and I want to convert the back storage unit into an ADU. I'm planning to demolish the storage and build the ADU from the ground up. The ADU is going to end up being 552 sqft and a one-bedroom. I've never done anything like this before, but I'm looking to learn from this. My plan is get a home improvement loan and hire subcontractors myself. I'm afraid of spending too much money on this conversion, a contractor quoted me at 100,000 and it scared the living daylights out of me. I heard if I do it myself I would save half of that. Do you guys think this is a good idea? or should I hire a contractor to do the work?

How much does it cost to build an ADU? Also, do you know any home improvement lenders you could recommend me?

I just want to thank everyone. You guys helped me reach my decision. I am going to move forward in buying a duplex.

I'm currently renting in Los Angeles and the rents are super high. I want to buy a property, but I am a little afraid especially after the treasury department said we are looking at early signs of a recession. I was working on buying a duplex for my first property, but the news stopped me. What should I do? Should I wait to see what happens? or Should I still buy? As a first-timer what do you recommend I do?