Justin Mauldin built an accessory dwelling unit in his Austin backyard for $41,500. Mauldin says the ADU office allows his family of four to live comfortably in a smaller home. The ADU also boosted ...

Derek is a builder who is absolutely obsessed with affordable housing and ADUs (accessory dwelling units). In this video he gives us a full tour of his small full-time home in Oregon, which is a ...

As more homeowners stay put longer, many are hitting a wall—literally. One in 4 say they need more space, according to one survey, with another quarter reporting they outgrew their home just two years ...

Thinking About Building an ADU? Here’s What Homeowners Should Know Before Choosing a Contractor Rio Linda, United States – December 8, 2025 / KGA Construction Inc. / Sacramento, CA — With Accessory ...

You have many options to finance an ADU on your family’s property, but you should consult a lawyer, a tax pro and a financial adviser who is a fiduciary.

We live in a high fire risk area and feel it is too risky to keep our home. Our daughter and her husband invited us to build ...

They might also be key for homeowners who are feeling the pressure of rising homeownership costs.

“2026 is a pivotal year for ADU construction in California,” said Daniel Zaragoza, owner of Animas Valley Construction. “These new laws remove red tape and give homeowners real options. We’re seeing ...

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 ...

Sacramento, CA — With Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) becoming one of the most in-demand home improvements in Northern California, more homeowners are exploring how to build one, and who to trust with ...