The goal was to not allow communities or HOAs to decide not to allow ADUs.i am not a fan of state making this decision over the desire of the local community because I believe there should be places with lower density.in general, ADUs add significantly less value than they cost to add and this even holds for garage conversions.  

It's not rocket science. it just takes time,For rentals I like Goodman furnaces. a 50k btu will do a 800 sf house easy.

I’m specifically interested in teams or companies that:Understand real estate (wholesaling, off-market, investors, agents, etc.)Can handle motivated seller conversations intelligentlyDeliver consistent appointment quality, not just call volumeIntegrate well with common tools (PropStream, BatchLeads, ReadyMode, Follow Up Boss, REISift, etc.)Have real-world ROI, not just marketing claimsIf you’ve used cold callers successfully, I’d love to hear:The company or team you recommendApproximate cost per caller/hourWhat type of lists you’re calling (absentee, probate, high equity, tired landlords, etc.)Realistic results (leads, appointments, deals per month)What you’d do differently if you were starting overBonus points if you’ve tested multiple providers and can compare quality, accents, training, and conversion rates.I’m happy to share what I’m seeing on my end as well once I compile feedback.Appreciate any insight from people actually doing volume, not just theory.Thanks in advance.

Have done 1 conversion and have refinanced each of my properties to improve the Cash on Cash, but no perfect BRRRRs yet. 

Great job negotiating that price down, the garage conversion is likely the exact reason this has sat for a year.In many markets,(not mine) you actually lose value with a conversion because you've traded high-utility space (parking/storage) for low-quality living space that often feels like an afterthought.

Conversion to Primary Residence: I want to ensure a smooth and legal transition that preserves future tax benefits.

Sellers are cooperative and will consent to assignment + carry seller financing (REC) for a qualified buyer.Property Specs:Address: 19 Garden Park Circle NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107 (Near North Valley – quiet, near Rio Grande Bosque/Old Town/I-40)Size: ~3,600 sq ft, 8 beds / 3 baths, 1-story on 0.25-acre lotBuilt: 1952Features: ADA compliant, full sprinkler system, FDC connections + riser room (fire safety infrastructure—major value add for conversions)History/Use: Previously Angel Wings Assisted Living Home Care (licensed small facility); currently marketed as Casa De Azul B&B (guest rooms, shared spaces, kitchen, patio)Zoning: R-A (supports residential, group home/assisted living, home-based B&B/short-term rentals)Key Terms from Signed Agreement:Purchase Price: $555,000 if exercised by Feb 28, 2026 ($565,000 if extended to Feb 28, 2027; expires March 1, 2027)$10,000 non-refundable option fee paid → credits to down paymentSeller Financing (REC): $500,000 @ 6% / 30 years; monthly P&I ~$2,997.75 (plus 1/2 taxes + seller's hazard insurance)Down Balance: $45,000 (if by Feb 28) or $55,000 (later) — effective total down ~$55K/$65K with creditCurrent Rent: $4,000/month to New Mexico Escrow Solutions (no deposit; tenant handles all utilities/repairs/exterior maintenance)Insurance: $1M liability required (naming sellers/landlord)Appliances: Washer, dryer, refrigerator conveyEscrow: New Mexico Escrow Solutions (fees split 50/50)Market / Upside:Current Estimates: $580K–$650K+ (Zillow $588K, Movoto $638K, Homes.com $621K–$680K) — built-in equity + niche potential (assisted living/B&B conversions save big on retrofits)6% financing beats current market ratesAssignment:Fee: $80,000 (covers $45K down balance + my recoup; nets me ~$35K)Open to negotiation for quick, clean closesMotivated to exit after ~11 months.

Most people struggle because they don’t have a tight structure for their conversations and they lose control of the call.3.

Direct conversations with motivated sellers beat any list or software.

Saves me from those 15-minute "just exploring" conversations.