[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$f1j797vg20ixp0":3,"$ffeh0925h8cuz":39,"$fbwk2pqjjqsc7":43},{"item":4,"previous":27,"next":33},{"id":5,"slug":6,"title":7,"description":8,"excerpt":9,"contentType":10,"featuredImage":11,"bannerImage":9,"body":12,"agentsBottomLine":13,"bodyImage":14,"isInfographic":15,"categories":16,"isVideo":15,"videoThumbnail":9,"videoSource":9,"publishedAt":25,"updatedAt":26},79644,"is-an-accessory-dwelling-unit-right-for-you-heres-what-to-know","Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit Right for You? Here’s What To Know","\u003Cp>Are you having a hard time finding the right home in your budget?\u003C\u002Fp>","","blog","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250224\u002F20250226-Is-an-Accessory-Dwelling-Unit-Right-for-You-Here-s-What-To-Know-original.png","\u003Cp>Are you having a hard time finding the right home in your budget? Or maybe you already own a home but could use some extra income or a designated space for aging loved ones. Either way, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) could be the smart solution you’ve been looking for in today’s market.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>What Is an ADU?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>According to \u003Cem>Fannie Mae\u003C\u002Fem>, an \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsinglefamily.fanniemae.com\u002Foriginating-underwriting\u002Fmortgage-products\u002Faccessory-dwelling-units\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">ADU\u003C\u002Fa> is a small, separate living space that’s on the same lot as a single-family home. It must include its own areas for living, sleeping, cooking, and bathrooms independent of the main house. And they can take shape in a few different ways. \u003Cem>Fannie Mae\u003C\u002Fem> adds, an ADU can be:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Within a main home, such as a basement apartment\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Attached to a main home, such as a living area over a garage\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Detached from the home entirely; it could even be a manufactured home\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>The Benefits of ADUs\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>ADUs are growing in popularity as more people discover why they’re so practical. In fact, \u003Cstrong>a recent survey shows that 24% of agents say an ADU, such as a mother-in-law house, is one of the most desired features buyers are looking for right now. \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250224\u002F20250226-ADUs-Are-One-of-the-Top-Features-or-Upgrades-That-Make-Homes-More-Appealing-To-Todays-Buyers-original.png\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20250224\u002F20250226-ADUs-Are-One-of-the-Top-Features-or-Upgrades-That-Make-Homes-More-Appealing-To-Todays-Buyers-original.png\" alt=\"a blue and grey pie chart\">\u003C\u002Fa>The growing appeal makes sense. With rising costs all around you, an ADU can help supplement your income and ease some of the strain on your wallet. Whether you buy a home that has one already or you add one on, it gives you the option to rent out that portion of your home to help pay your mortgage.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Here are some of the other top benefits of ADUs, according to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsf.freddiemac.com\u002Fdocs\u002Fpdf\u002Ffact-sheet\u002Fadu-fact-sheet.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cem>Freddie Mac\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fa> and the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aarp.org\u002Fcontent\u002Fdam\u002Faarp\u002Flivable-communities\u002Fhousing\u002F2023\u002Fslideshow-abcs-of-adus\u002FPresentation-The%20ABCs%20of%20ADUs-2023-0706.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cem>AARP\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fa>:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Living Close, But Still Separate\u003C\u002Fstrong>: You get the best of both worlds — more quality time together, plus privacy when you want it. If that sounds like a win, it might be worth looking for a home with an ADU or adding one to your home.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Aging in Place\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Similarly, ADUs allow older people to be close to loved ones who can help them if they need it as they age. It’s a sweet spot that offers independence and support from loved ones. For example, if your parents are getting older and you want them nearby, this could be a great option for you.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Built-In Childcare:\u003C\u002Fstrong> If your family’s living in the ADU, you may be able to use them for childcare, which can also be a big cost savings. Plus, it gives your kids more time with their grandparents.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp>It’s worth noting that since an ADU exists on a single-family lot as a secondary dwelling, it typically can’t be sold separately from the primary residence. And while that’s changing in some states, regulations vary by location. So, connect with a local real estate expert for the most up-to-date guidance.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>In today’s market, buying a home with an ADU or adding one to your current house could be worth considering. 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