THE ADU BLUEPRINT BUNDLE

Everything you need to plan, finance, and build your ADU — in one bundle.

The Complete Guide to ADUs (30 pages) plus 3 interactive planning tools that do the math for you: financing comparison, cash flow & pro forma, and construction budgeting. Built by Brandon McSwain, expert builder of ADUs and founder of Queen City ADU — for anyone thinking seriously about building an accessory dwelling unit.

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Instant digital download · Guide + 3 web-based tools · Lifetime access

Modern garage-apartment ADU with a private balcony, an example of the accessory dwelling units covered in the guide

Cover of The Complete Guide to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) by Queen City ADU

WHAT'S IN THE BUNDLE

One guide. Three tools. Every number you need.

The book teaches you how ADUs work in Charlotte — design, permitting, construction, and financing. The tools turn that knowledge into your actual numbers.

THE GUIDE

The Complete Guide to Accessory Dwelling Units

30 pages covering ADU design, North Carolina building codes and permits, construction methods, financing options, and a dedicated chapter on the Charlotte rental market — plus a rental property owner's playbook comparing long-term vs. short-term (Airbnb) income.

Design & layout fundamentals for backyard cottages, garage conversions & additions
Charlotte-specific permitting and code compliance walkthrough
Financing chapter: HELOC, construction loans & cash-out refis compared
Rental income playbook with real Charlotte rent & Airbnb revenue data

TOOL 1

ADU Financing Comparator

Compare a HELOC, a new construction loan, and a cash-out refinance side by side on your specific numbers — monthly payment, total interest, and cash needed at closing — so you walk into the bank knowing which option actually fits.

Screenshot of the ADU Cash Flow and Pro Forma Calculator tool

TOOL 2

ADU Cash Flow & Pro Forma Calculator

Enter your construction cost, financing terms, and expected rent to see net operating income, cash-on-cash return, cap rate, break-even occupancy, and whether your project clears the investor 1% rule — with a multi-year projection.

Screenshot of the Construction Cost and Budget Worksheet tool

TOOL 3

Construction Cost & Budget Worksheet

A line-item budget across 12 categories — site work, foundation, framing, electrical, HVAC, finishes and more — with estimated vs. actual tracking, automatic variance, contingency planning, and a cost-per-square-foot check against Charlotte benchmarks.

WHO THIS IS FOR

Built for people making a real ADU decision

Homeowners

Considering a backyard cottage or garage conversion for aging parents, adult kids, or extra rental income — and want to see real costs before calling a contractor.

Investors & landlords

Evaluating an ADU as a rental play — need honest cash flow and return numbers before committing capital.

Charlotte & NC builders

General contractors and remodelers who want a client-ready framework for explaining ADU costs, financing, and returns.

THE BUNDLE

Get the full ADU Blueprint bundle

The guide alone is worth the price. Add three tools that replace hours of spreadsheet work, and you have everything to move from "thinking about it" to "ready to build."

✓ The Complete Guide to Accessory Dwelling Units (30-page digital guide)
✓ ADU Financing Comparator (web tool, lifetime access)
✓ ADU Cash Flow & Pro Forma Calculator (web tool, lifetime access)
✓ Construction Cost & Budget Worksheet (web tool, lifetime access)

Priced separately: $60+ $27 one-time

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QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions

What exactly do I get after purchase?

A downloadable PDF of The Complete Guide to Accessory Dwelling Units, plus links to the three web-based calculators. The tools run in your browser — no software to install, no login required.

Do the tools work on mobile?

Yes. All three tools are fully responsive and work on phone, tablet, or desktop.

Is this specific to Charlotte, NC?

The guide includes a dedicated Charlotte market chapter with local permitting notes, construction cost ranges, and rent data. The financing and budgeting math in the tools applies anywhere in the US — you just plug in your own numbers.

Can I use these tools for more than one project?

Yes — there's no limit on how many times you run your numbers through the calculators.

Is there a refund policy?

Reach out to [email protected] with any purchase issues and we'll make it right.

Charlotte, North Carolina skyline at dusk

Stop guessing. Start planning your ADU with real numbers.

Get the Bundle — $27