What specific questions do you have? 

SFH's are great but its a better bang for the buck if you can find a 2-4 unit in most cases a even a duplex.If you ever have any specific questions feel free to reach out I am always open to talk REI.

An ADU is an Accessory Dwelling Unit -- specifically, a garage or other structure converted into a living space like a studio apartment.Houses can have one ADU and small multifamily property can have two ADUs (and more under certain circumstances).Here's an example deal, one I was exploring with a client recently:https://www.redfin.com/CA/Los-Angeles/624-N-Evergreen-Ave-90...This fourplex has two large garages, each of which can be converted into a studio apartment collecting $1600/month in rent (with plenty of off-street parking still available for tenants).

Specifically the course Brent Daniels offers named TTP (talk to people).

I want to form an LLC for it to protect myself, and have been reading about how California residents have very specific laws compared to other states.

We personally pull our specific criteria lists for residential tear downs for development from Remine and Realist (We have access to both as licensed realtors in NJ for free).

At the end of the day, it's still technically a Single Family Home with an extra unit to help offset expenses, but not a "true" investment property or legal duplex.Does anyone have any ideas on creative ways to finance building this (besides Refi or HELOC)?

Specifically, how to go about managing unrelated persons living together per county or city ordinance and lease structure. 

It also provides a library of real estate-related legal documents you might need. 

@Daniel ToshevI received some good info that might make this possible for you.Give me a ring happy to discuss more I can connect you with Danielle.From my go to lender:Danielle AndersonLoan Officerthe leases would need to be specific that they are only a portion of the home (Basement) and upstairs.