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3 February 2020 | 8 replies
Basically your ADU cannot exceed 50% of the total living space if it is attached to the main dwelling unit on the lot.
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28 December 2020 | 12 replies
The biggest issue in the Private Lending space is that you are living in the home.
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28 January 2020 | 8 replies
A judge would ask to look at the lease, and if there isn't one then it's the owners property so I would assume they have the right to use it however they please and you have zero rights to the space.
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23 January 2020 | 2 replies
Ask the standard questions: age of the home, size of the home and lot, number of beds, baths, is there a garage (attached or detached), any recent renos (were they inspected or permitted), how much of the space is finished, etc.
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2 March 2020 | 7 replies
Anyone who is in this space would love any tips or pointers.
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4 February 2020 | 8 replies
Be aware though that there are many modular companies and some are more expensive than design/build custom ADUs.I would also agree with with Andrew, a conversion of an existing space (like a garage) might be the cheapest.Also, check with your city laws on what's an allowable ADU to construct based on your current home and rental regulations for them.Collin
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24 January 2020 | 11 replies
Hi Marc, I think if they try to invade your personal space, I feel like that's a good "bad sign". lol Well, yes, real estate agency is a personable profession, but if someone tries to be a P.I and research you to "know what you did last summer", it would make it awkward for you to connect with that person moving forward.However, sometimes, people are bitter/"different" because they've gone through something in the past to where it makes it difficult to connect with "new" people.
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25 January 2020 | 6 replies
Anything in particular, the big challenge is space rent, it is a lot here, unless you are looking at mobile homes on land.
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16 June 2020 | 20 replies
If you have space you should consider partnering with a local drycleaners as a drop-off spot for them.
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25 January 2020 | 10 replies
Houses with enough space to park a boat... larger patios with basic outdoor kitchens to clean and cook the days catch.