Derek Peterson

Derek Peterson, the founder of Avira Capital Investments and a former civil engineer, shares his unique insights on transforming garages into high-demand ADUs in San Diego. He discusses how these conversions can yield impressive returns by investing under $100K and earning $1,500–$2,000 per month. Derek dives into the complexities of California's approval process and offers lessons from past challenges in real estate. He also sheds light on the psychological barriers to financial freedom that many encounter, urging listeners to embrace smaller projects for growth.