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Duplex vs. House + In-Law Unit (ADU)?

A few months ago, we had a purchase with two units on one lot. It had two addresses and two electrical meters, and our underwriter insisted it was a duplex – effectively killing our deal. So, we called Fannie Mae and explained all the particulars and Fannie overruled our underwriter. Our underwriter justifiably thought it was a duplex because of the two addresses and two meters – but those factors are not dispositive.Read More