Franchises | Funding | ADUs : EP 78 with Maria Rogers

In this episode, I sit down with Maria Rogers—entrepreneur, ADU specialist, franchise mentor, and funding broker based in Charlotte, NC—to talk about all things tiny homes, ADUs, and creative ways to fund your next build.

Maria shares how she and her family built Stillwater’s Tiny Homes, what the ADU landscape looks like in North Carolina vs. California, and her best advice for homeowners, investors, and entrepreneurs looking to maximize their property’s potential. 🙌

👉 We dive into:
✅ What the ADU market looks like in Charlotte
✅ How to fund an ADU (even with no equity!)
✅ Avoiding contractor mistakes
✅ Franchising + building multiple income streams
✅ Typical timelines + costs for garage conversions
✅ California vs. NC ADU laws

✨ Whether you're looking to build for family, add rental income, or grow your portfolio, this conversation will inspire and educate you on how to build smarter and fund better.

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