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What is the definition of a dwelling unit?

Dwelling unit” means a structure or the part of a structure that is used as a home, residence or sleeping place by one person who maintains a household or by two or more persons who maintain a common household.
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What is an ADU in real estate?

An ADU is a detached living space built on a property with an existing primary home.

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What is a Granny room?

As a granny flat is fully self-contained, they’ll usually contain the following rooms: A bedroom (usually just the one) A kitchen or kitchenette. A living area. A bathroom (either separate or an ensuite)
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What is an accessory unit in Fannie Mae?

Fannie Mae will purchase a one-unit property with an accessory unit. An accessory unit is typically an additional living area independent of the primary dwelling unit and includes a fully functioning kitchen and bathroom. … The property is defined as a one-unit property.

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With over thirty years in private practice, Daniel S. Gonzales is a skilled and effective counselor and advocate.  For over twenty years, Mr. Gonzales’s focus has been on California real estate law and associated business law matters...

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