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New Home Construction Projected to Surge in 2024 – The MReport

The Plan Collection released its annual home design and building predictions and trend report, which showed that home renovations, sustainability, and AI-driven home technology advances are expected to be leading trends in 2024. With 8% mortgage rates and inflated home prices, many homeowners are choosing to stay put, optimize square footage, and add to their […]

Editorial: Regardless of result, Marin ADU plan meets mandate – Marin Independent Journal

State housing officials are cracking down on counties and cities whose rules regarding second units clash with state law. Marin is among those counties. A clear message from the state has put the county on a path of relaxing its regulations regarding accessory dwelling units and lot splits in neighborhood zoning for single-family housing. The […]

From Granny Flats to Golden Opportunities: California’s ADU Revolution – Green Building Elements

According to data from US News and World Reports, California holds the unenviable title of being the least affordable state for housing. As the housing crisis spirals out of control, consumers and lawmakers urgently seek inventive solutions.  For many, the answer lies in the backyard. Out of all houses built in California in 2022, 1 […]

Bawumia was unaware of Adu Boahen’s ‘reckless deals’ – OSP – Myjoyonline

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has wrapped up its investigation into corruption allegations against Charles Adu Boahen, the former Minister of State at the Finance Ministry.  These allegations originated from an investigative exposé produced by journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas and his Tiger Eye P.I. agency. In the exposé, […]

Airbnb cofounder Joe Gebbia raises $41 million for his startup building small, pre-fabricated houses that spun out of Airbnb in 2022 – Fortune

Airbnb cofounder Joe Gebbia describes a house that sounds like a nice spot for an upcoming vacation: it’s cozy, with lots of natural light and a high gable ceiling, bespoke custom furniture, and a smart design aesthetic. Gebbia isn’t describing a listing on Airbnb. He’s talking about a house he wants to sell. Actually, he […]

Could ADUs be the solution to rising home prices? – Yahoo Finance

With mortgage rates and rising home prices grinding away at affordable options for homebuyers, accessory dwelling units — or ADUs — have become increasingly popular amongst residents of states facing prolonged housing crises, like California. Studio Shed Co-Founder and President Mike Koenig sits down with Yahoo Finance’s Rachelle Akuffo to talk about new state policies […]