It is possible to achieve better returns, but this property has already produced outstanding return and requires little effort for this return.Good luck

It feels more natural and definitely eases the awkwardness that can come with the “salesy” approach.

Any damages  a tenant must pay for, unless its an act of nature or tree roots. 

The articles conclusions MAY be self serving - we need to look closely  to perceive any motivations for WHY the writer is producing the article. 

One portfolio gives me cash flow and debt pay down, while the other produces appreciation in addition to the other benefits.  

Investing by nature implies there is a risk of loss like this.

Yes, you have your nuances and pains that make you work a bit harder for your money in these areas, but each has its own gravitational pull that, even though some hate it, more people are drawn to it, creating a natural scarcity.  

The reason is, the original farm house + 5 acres in the 60’s was occupied by a group of 5 families that were into some strange kind of “natural living “ they only ate a few kinds of fruits and seeds.

Theoretically, I would guess an ADU adds value to the property because there is an additional income producing unit. 

To be worth the effort, it should produce return significantly greater than passive options.