ADU Assembly Bill 1033: Understanding the New Law's Impact Assembly Bill 1033 (AB 1033) is a legislated effort in California that expands the potential for homeownership and boosts residence availability by allowing property owners to build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) on their land and sell them separately. This new legislation marks a significant change to the traditionally stringent zoning laws, and aims to address the state's pressing housing needs. As ADUs, also known as "granny flats," become a more popular and viable solution to the housing crisis, AB 1033 has important implications ..read more

After a stressful and expensive home purchase, the last thing you want as a new condo owner is a noise problem. Some amount of noise should be expected when you live in a condo. You share walls with your neighbors and you have community outdoor spaces that need maintenance. Noise may seem like a minor inconvenience at first, but it can quickly become a big headache — whether it’s a next door neighbor’s speakers or noise from a nearby highway. Fortunately, you have options for addressing noise problems before they become untenable. The best outcome would be to eliminate or reduce the noise at i ..read more

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La Jolla Cove Condos 939 Coast Blvd Chateaus Understated luxury and coastal contemporary architecture, this concierge service château invites you to revel in the sweeping panoramic ocean views overlooking La Jolla Cove. The two-level design invites refined entertaining and relaxed daily living with multiple balconies and patios. A gated courtyard entry introduces the home and leads to its main level with a dedicated entryway, living room featuring a fireplace, kitchen & dining along with two bedrooms. The primary suite is located on the second floor with it's own balcony. Concierge level ..read more

With growing economic uncertainty, many households are looking for ways to earn extra income. Some fortunate homeowners have accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, sitting empty waiting to generate cash flow. Others are weighing the benefits of building an accessory dwelling unit to be able to rent out. It sounds easy enough: A tenant gets to live in the space and the homeowner gets the cash. Renting out an ADU, though, is a big decision that requires careful thought and planning before your unit even hits the rental market. Below, we'll go over some ADU basics, and then look at 10 things to think ..read more

ADUs are hot right now, and it’easy to see why. With home prices at a historic high, inventory at a historic low, and rents spiking, the appeal of cheaply installing modern, affordable housing in your literal backyard seems like a perfect solution to the housing crisis. There are well over 1.5 million ADUs in the United States today, many of them built in the last decade, as municipalities relaxed single-family zoning regulations. Even the founder of Airbnb has launched a chic ADU startup. In states like California, it’s increasingly common to hear buyers telling their real estate brokers that ..read more

La Jolla Village 358 Prospect St Unit #A Personifying refined beach living, this seaside penthouse boasts fine finishes throughout with an open floor plan. The main living and dining areas offer an abundance of natural light from the array of French doors opening to an expansive balcony with views of dramatic sunsets over the sea. The single level floor plan hosts a living room leading out to the 300 sq ft loggia, dining area, 3 bedrooms, and a gourmet chef's kitchen complete with top-of-the-line appliances. The La Jolla Village lifestyle is enhanced in close proximity to Whispering Sands Bea ..read more

In a housing market where prices are skyrocketing and inventory is tight, building a little cottage in the back of your lot can seem like a dream come true. Not only does it add new units to a market where people are routinely moving across the country in search of affordable housing, but it’s a golden opportunity for the homeowner to bring in a little passive income, in the form of short-term Airbnb guests or conventional long-term renters. But adding an accessory dwelling unit, or ADU, to your property is rarely as simple as drawing up some plans and calling in a contractor. Local zoning law ..read more

28 Cost-Saving Tips for Accessory Dwelling Unit Maintenance With the rise of the tiny house movement, many homeowners were searching for places to park their wheeled homes and looked to laws concerning accessory dwelling units as a way to share a backyard space legally. Although few cities allow legal, long-term parking of tiny homes in a backyard, many are warming up to the idea of smaller residences built as a short- or medium-term rental or as a place for extended family to live. Accessory dwelling units are small homes that are located on the same lot as another larger home. Colloquia ..read more

Fallbrook, California, has proven to be one of the most desirable places to move to. However, not everyone understands what to expect when buying real estate in Fallbrook. Let's take a look at everything you need to know about life in Fallbrook California community, the Fallbrook lifestyle, and Fallbrook real estate.     1. Is Fallbrook, CA, Expensive? One of the most notable attributes of Fallbrook is that the population is mainly filled with families. So, it's relatively quiet, and the environment is very consistent — something many people look for when moving to Californ ..read more