Buy the Bay is back and so is our guest Ryan O'Connell, President of How To ADU.  Hosted by Dan Ancheta of Sequence Mortgage, this is a super insightful episode for homeowners, developers, and real estate professionals. 

In this episode, Dan and Ryan discuss the importance and nuances of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in California and nationwide. Ryan shares insights on recent legislative changes, housing advocacy, and the economic benefits of building ADUs. They also touch on financing options, national housing trends, and the impact of local government decisions on housing policies. 

Links:  

How To ADU - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/howtoadu
How To ADU - IG: https://www.instagram.com/ryanohousing/?hl=en
Dan Ancheta - IG: https://www.instagram.com/danancheta_homeloans/

Time Stamps:

00:00 Welcome Back to Buy the Bay
00:42 Introduction to Ryan O'Connell and ADUs
01:23 Understanding ADU Regulations in California
02:33 Common Types of ADUs
05:36 Why ADUs Matter
11:14 National Housing Trends and ADUs
17:54 Challenges and Solutions in Housing Policy
30:04 Parking Lot Rant: The Value of Land
30:40 Counterpoint: The Necessity of Parking
31:08 Parking Mandates: A Policy Debate
32:22 Local Government and Parking Solutions
35:13 Freddie Mac's New Mortgage Proposal
40:52 Manufactured Housing Innovations
43:43 Condoization: A New Housing Trend
49:05 Advocating for Housing Solutions
50:01 Get Involved: Writing to Your Council Members
53:00 Conclusion: Resources and Final Thoughts