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Expert Reviewers

Last updated: April 2026

Guides on The Dwelling Index that address construction costs, building codes, financing programs, zoning regulations, or other topics with direct financial or legal consequences may be reviewed by a credentialed subject-matter expert. When a page has been reviewed, the reviewer's name, credentials, review scope, and review date appear on the page.

Expert review is one part of our editorial process. It is intended to improve the factual accuracy of selected content within the reviewer's area of expertise, but it does not create a professional-client relationship and does not replace advice from your own qualified professional.

Our Review Lanes

We match reviewers to content by expertise area rather than using a single reviewer across all topics. Our review lanes include:

Construction & Design

Covers cost guides, prefab comparisons, floor plan feasibility, construction process guides, and building code content.

Reviewed by licensed architects, ICC-certified inspectors, or equivalent credentials.

Regulations & Permits

Covers state ADU law summaries, city zoning guides, permit process descriptions, setback rules, and compliance content.

Reviewed by land use attorneys, AICP-certified planners, or professionals with direct municipal planning experience.

Financing

Covers HELOC guides, construction loan content, cash-out refinance guides, renovation loan programs (HomeStyle, CHOICERenovation, 203(k)), and lender qualification guidance.

Reviewed by NMLS-licensed mortgage loan originators with renovation or ADU lending experience.

Valuation & ROI

Covers property value impact, rental income analysis, and ADU return-on-investment content.

Reviewed by licensed real estate appraisers or equivalent credentials.

Current Reviewers

We are in the process of onboarding our first expert reviewers. Reviewer profiles — including name, credentials, photo, and review scope — will be published here as each reviewer is confirmed.

To learn more about what expert review means on this site, see our Expert Review Policy.

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