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How to Access Home Equity Without Tapping Your Savings

A Smart Refinance Strategy That Turned a Backyard Into Passive Income

When it comes to building wealth through homeownership, strategic planning matters. This San Diego tech professional turned their mortgage into a cash-flowing asset—unlocking $175,000 in equity, building a fully rentable ADU, and adding $25,584 a year in passive income. California Lending Group helped make it happen.

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Case Study Highlights

Client Profile: San Diego tech professional
Objective: Build an ADU and generate passive income
Challenge: Needed $175,000 for construction without draining reserves
Solution: Refinance to access equity and wrap into one low-interest loan
Results:

  • $175,000 in equity accessed

  • New ADU rents for $2,500/month

  • Net monthly income: $2,132

  • $25,584 in new annual cash flow

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