Long Beach Real Estate, Beyond the Listing

Market insights, neighborhood trends, ADUs, investing, and practical advice from Kristin Gutierrez.

How to Calculate ADU ROI: A Long Beach Owner's Playbook

How to Calculate ADU ROI: A Long Beach Owner's Playbook

Kristin Gutierrez
Published on: 15/06/2026

ADU Deal Analyzer: build+carry→rent comps→vacancy→expenses→break-even. Long Beach example. Download.

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The Real Cost of Building an ADU in Long Beach (2026 Numbers)

The Real Cost of Building an ADU in Long Beach (2026 Numbers)

Kristin Gutierrez
Published on: 08/06/2026

CA ADU laws unlock Long Beach wealth via garages, JADUs, and new builds + ADU Deal Analyzer CTA

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Someone Just Made a $50 Million Bet on Long Beach

Someone Just Made a $50 Million Bet on Long Beach

Kristin Gutierrez
Published on: 03/06/2026

What a reported $50M Pike Outlets sale may reveal about Long Beach's future growth.

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Long Beach MEHKO Permit  Just Made It Easier to Start a Food Business From Home

Long Beach MEHKO Permit Just Made It Easier to Start a Food Business From Home

Kristin Gutierrez
Published on: 01/06/2026

Long Beach MEHKO permits make it easier to start a legal home-based food business.

Long Beach Development & Housing Trends
The Long Beach ADU Permit Process, Demystified

The Long Beach ADU Permit Process, Demystified

Kristin Gutierrez
Published on: 01/06/2026

Long Beach ADU permits: 3–6 months plan check docs rejections, paths. Gerardo Gutierrez Construction CTA

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Why Long Beach Is Betting Big on Your Backyard

Why Long Beach Is Betting Big on Your Backyard

Kristin Gutierrez
Published on: 29/05/2026

Long Beach is actively encouraging homeowners to build ADUs through programs like Backyard Builders.

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