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    WHICH BOXES DOES AN ADU CHECK FOR YOU?

    🗹      Revenue Stream from Rental Income
    🗹      Independent Living Options For Family Members
    🗹      Build Equity and Add Value To Your Property
    🗹      House a Caregiver or other Support Staff
    🗹      Doubles as a Home Office
    🗹      Monetize Land You Already Own

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    YOU ALREADY OWN 61% OF YOUR ADU DREAM

    Think about it. You already own or have equity in the home and land you are thinking of attaching an ADU to. In southern California, the land cost share of total home value is 61%. And if you're thinking of investing in land to build a primary residence and an ADU, consider "permit ready" or "shovel ready" plots. They'll cost more up front but will allow you to minimize some of the site prep costs.

     

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    LIVE LARGE BUILD SMALL

    ADUs are an affordable option to have independent living space for loved ones or tenants. Have your loved ones redirect the rent they are paying to retire someone elses mortgage and use it to help defray the cost of the family ADU and possibly your primary residence as well.

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Dirt To Keys Business Model

Navigating the construction of a new Home or ADU can feel overwhelming with so many vendors involved. At Dirt To Keys, we simplify the process by serving as your single point of contact. From purchase through possession, we manage all communications with the factory, city or county departments, every contractor and the many others involved. Our streamlined approach ensures a seamless, stress-free experience, offering you convenience, cost savings, and peace of mind.

 
 
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    Your first question might be... What the heck is an ADU??? Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) have been known by many names: granny flats, in-law units, backyard cottages, guest houses, carriage houses, secondary units and more. I thought this definition from the City of Los Angeles summed it up well: An ADU is an attached or detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. It shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation on the same lot as the single family or multifamily dwelling is or will be situated.

    JOHN FITZPATRICK
    AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND ADU ADVOCATE, REALTOR
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    "Thanks for visiting DIRT TO KEYS. I am a licensed real estate professional with a practice based in Temescal Valley and I serve the needs of buyers, sellers and investors throughout southern California. I founded Dirt To Keys because I recognized the tremendous impact ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) could have by providing affordable housing and supplemental income potential for individuals and families. I hope this site will be a valuable resource for anyone thinking about an ADU.

    JOHN FITZPATRICK
    AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND ADU ADVOCATE, REALTOR

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