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Opinion: More financing options for ADUs are needed

Housing Wire

A recent survey by Villa noted that some ~60% of rental tenants said that living in an ADU has allowed them to live in a neighborhood they would not otherwise be able to afford — that’s a big deal. Private sale In late 2023, one of the most significant shifts for California residents occurred as Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB-1033 into law.

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Don’t let COVID crisis mask affordable housing opportunity

Housing Wire

Reform zoning laws. Here again, the decentralized network of municipal law has handicapped the industry’s ability to respond to the pressing need for more affordable housing. Finally, we need to renovate our existing housing stock. Since we cannot create more land, the only alternative is to increase housing density.

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What It Takes to Be An Expert Appraisal Witness in An Eminent Domain Case

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

comparable sales, income, and cost), there are many other elements that may apply based on the statutes, case law, and procedural rules in a given state. Before retirement in 2014, Leslie practiced law for 33 years, mostly with Faegre Baker Daniels (now Faegre Drinker), a law firm with national and international offices.

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How To Find & Lease Commercial Space for Rent in 2022 [Full Guide]

The Robert Weiler Company

Rent relates to a short-term agreement between the owner of the commercial property and the renter (or tenant – basically, the individual that pays a fee to use property owned by the other party). A commercial lease is a legally binding contract that details the relationship between a tenant and a landlord. Compliance with Laws.

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Guide on How to Buy Rental Property

Movoto

On paper, it sounds easy: buy a home, renovate where necessary, and after screening prospects, place a well-qualified tenant on the property. While feasible for some, buying a rental property this way is a bit of a gamble as most properties bought under such circumstances require extensive renovation. Connect with a partner.

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Investors’ Guide to Mixed-Use Property for Sale: Understanding the Live-Work-Play Hybrid [2021]

The Robert Weiler Company

For tenants, mixed-use space is commonly referred to as a live-work space. Diversity of tenants. Typically, a property owner who rents a standalone retail store or building risks a substantial decrease in revenue should they lose a tenant. What will attract and keep tenants in your mixed-use real estate development?

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Why Industrial Space for Rent Is the Hottest CRE Sector in 2021

The Robert Weiler Company

The two scenarios surrounding build-to-suit are speculative buildings and scenarios where the tenant has already been secured. Speculative buildings are produced without the guidance of a specific tenant in mind but can be rewarding if they are of high quality and fulfill the needs of local businesses. Appearance.

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