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06Nov
Gutierrez Group
The ADU Bills You Can’t Ignore in 2026 | Insights from Ryan O’Connell of HowToADU
In episode 88 of Steph’s Podcast, I sat down with one of California’s top ADU advocates, Ryan O’Connell, founder of HowToADU. If you’ve ever Googled “how to build an ADU,” you’ve probably come
05Nov
Gutierrez Group
Ocean Healing for Women in Business: The Science of Blue Mind Meets Burnout Recovery
There’s something about standing at the edge of the ocean that makes everything slow down.The constant rush of waves, the scent of salt in the air, the rhythm of water
17Oct
Gutierrez Group
California Just Passed SB 79 | What It Means for Homeowners, Investors & ADU Builders
California’s housing landscape just shifted again. Governor Gavin Newsom has officially signed Senate Bill 79 (SB 79) one of the most consequential pro-housing laws in recent years. The new law is
10Oct
Gutierrez Group
Turning a Single-Family Home into an Income-Generating Asset with SB 9 + ADUs
As ADUs become a bigger part of California's housing solution, more financing programs are emerging to help homeowners become part of the movement. The key is understanding your options and
03Oct
Gutierrez Group
The Rise of Medium-Term Rentals (MTRs): What They Mean for Homeowners, Investors and Communities
As ADUs become a bigger part of California's housing solution, more financing programs are emerging to help homeowners become part of the movement. The key is understanding your options and
26Sep
Gutierrez Group
What I Learned at IMN: Unlocking the Full Potential of ADU Laws in California
As ADUs become a bigger part of California's housing solution, more financing programs are emerging to help homeowners become part of the movement. The key is understanding your options and
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