Why ADUs Are the Next Big Thing in Retirement Planning

Retirement Planning - Small home

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are becoming an increasingly popular trend among homeowners, real estate investors, and DIY enthusiasts. With the high cost of housing in states like California, ADUs offer a viable solution for maximizing property value and creating additional income streams. What is an ADU? An ADU, or Accessory Dwelling Unit, is a secondary housing unit located on the same lot as a single-family home. They can take various forms, such as backyard cottages, basement apartments, or garage conversions. These units provide independent living facilities, complete with their own…

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Eco-friendly construction increases professional liability risks

Insurers and risk managers are facing all new challenges in developing coverage for errors and omissions (E&O) for eco-friendly construction projects, which are similar, but still quite different from the risks associated with typical construction projects. This has lead to new trends and developments which are affecting purchasers for specialty lines of insurance such as E&O, directors and officers (D&O), cyber risk, employment practices liability, transportation, marine, and surplus. The reason for the difference between “green” and standard construction project risks is in the materials and technologies that are used,…

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