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From curious to
confident
The community that gets you there.
The ADU Mastermind process is designed to be simple for serious investors and intentional about quality. Here’s exactly what happens from the moment you apply to the moment you’re in
Submit your application
Under 5 minutes
Short interview call
15–20 minutes
Get full community access
Instant on acceptance
Entire process from apply to access: typically under 7 days
<5 min
To fill out the application
15–20
Minute interview call
~7 days
Typical full process time
$1,499
Founding member rate
Three steps.
One
life-changing
community.
Apply
A short form covering your background, ADU goals, and what you’re hoping to get from the community. No essays — just the essentials.
Under 5 minutes
Interview
A brief 1:1 call with our team. We want to understand where you’re at, where you’re headed, and whether ADU Mastermind is genuinely the right fit.
Access
If accepted, you receive full community access within 24 hours of your interview. From that moment, you’re a member — with everything that comes with it
Phase one
The application
Fill out a short
application form.
The application is straightforward and takes under five minutes. We’re not looking for a resume — we’re looking for a person who’s genuinely serious about ADUs and would contribute meaningfully to a community of peers doing the same.
Your background
A few questions about your real estate experience, how many properties you own or manage, and your familiarity with ADUs.
Your ADU goals
What are you trying to accomplish? Build your first ADU, scale an existing portfolio, or deepen your professional expertise?
What you bring
Great communities are built on mutual contribution. We want to know what perspective, experience, or value you'd add to the group.
Phase two
The interview
A short call to make sure it's a
real fit.
Within 3 to 5 business days of your application, we’ll reach out to schedule a brief interview call. This isn’t a test — it’s a real conversation to make sure ADU Mastermind is genuinely the right community for you, and that you’re the right fit for us.
We listen first
We want to understand where you are in your investing journey and what brought you to ADU Mastermind.
No trick questions
We're evaluating intent and genuine fit — not expertise level. You don't need to have built an ADU before to be accepted.
Your questions get answered
This is your chance to ask anything about the community, what's inside, how it works, and who else is a member.
Phase three
Full access
You're in.
Welcome to the community.
Once accepted, you’ll receive a welcome email with everything you need to get started. Within minutes, you’ll have full access to the community, the member directory, all resources, and upcoming sessions — and you’ll be connected with investors who’ve been where you are and have come out ahead.
Welcome email with access link
Sent within 24 hours of your interview, with onboarding instructions and everything you need to hit the ground running.
Member directory access
Browse the full directory of vetted members, their markets, experience, and specialties. Start making connections immediately.
Upcoming sessions & events
Access the full community calendar — live calls, expert sessions, deal reviews, and more. Attend what's useful, skip what isn't.
Everything that comes with
membership
Here’s what’s waiting for you on the other side of the application — and why members consistently say the community pays for itself many times over.
Vetted member network
Connect with 200+ investors, agents, lenders, and builders who've all passed the same application process — so you know they're the real deal.
Contractor & vendor referrals
Skip the cold search entirely. Get trusted contractor recommendations from members who've already vetted them on live projects. Members consistently report avoiding costly contractor mistakes by tapping into referrals from people who have already done the work.
Live sessions & expert calls
Regular group sessions where members share real deals, real numbers, and hard-won lessons. Expert guests cover financing, zoning, construction, and more.
Real market intelligence
Members span 30+ states. The geographic diversity means access to real market data and deal structures from markets you can't get anywhere else.
Deal reviews & feedback
Share a deal you're evaluating and get real feedback from investors who've seen hundreds of them. The collective intelligence of the group spots red flags in minutes that would take you months to discover alone. Anonymous deal sharing available for sensitive situations Feedback from investors across different markets and strategies Members have avoided bad deals — and found better ones — this way.
What this is — and what it isn't.
We believe in setting honest expectations. Here’s a clear picture of what ADU Mastermind is designed to be and what it’s not trying to be.
ADU Mastermind is…
A vetted community of real investors
Every member has gone through an application and interview. You know the people you're talking to have skin in the game.
A place for real conversations
Honest deal reviews, market reality checks, and direct feedback — not curated highlight reels or generic motivation.
Built on real operator experience
Kevin Trinh is a licensed general contractor with 20+ years in the field and 100+ ADU projects completed across San Diego. Everything inside the community is grounded in what actually works, not theory.
A long-term resource
The relationships, contractor referrals, and market intelligence compound over time. Members who've been in longest get the most value.
ADU-specific
Every conversation, resource, and session is focused exclusively on accessory dwelling units — not general real estate noise.
What it's not…
A course or training program
There's no curriculum, no modules, and no certificate. The learning happens through conversations with people doing the work.
A marketplace or vendor directory
ADU Mastermind isn't designed for selling products or services to members. Commercial solicitation is discouraged and moderated.
Open to everyone
The vetting process exists to protect the quality of the community. Not every applicant will be accepted — and that's intentional.
A replacement for professional advice
The community provides peer perspective and shared experience — not legal, financial, or contractor advice. Always consult licensed professionals for your specific situation.
A passive experience
The members who get the most out of ADU Mastermind are the ones who show up, contribute, and engage. Lurkers get lurker results.
From application to
active member.
Here’s exactly what happens, step by step, from the moment you submit your application to the moment you’re fully connected inside the community.
You submit your application
Takes under 5 minutes. You immediately receive a confirmation email letting you know your application is under review.
Instant confirmationYour application is reviewed
Our team personally reviews every application — not a bot, not an algorithm. We’re looking at your background, your intent, and your potential contribution.
We reach out to schedule your interview
If your application looks like a good fit, you’ll receive an email to schedule a brief call.
Via emailYour interview call
A casual 15–20 minute conversation. No pressure, no script.
15–20 minutesYou receive your acceptance
If accepted, you'll receive a payment link and full onboarding details within 24 hours of your call. Once payment is confirmed your membership is active and access is granted immediately.
Full access grantedYou’re in. Start connecting.
Introduce yourself, explore the directory, and join upcoming sessions.
WelcomeThe application takes
less than 5 minutes.
You’ve seen exactly how it works and exactly what it costs. There are no surprises and no hidden steps. Founding member spots are limited and the price increases once the cohort closes. The only thing left is to apply.
- $1,499 founding member rate
- Price increases to $2,499 after cohort closes
- Under 5 minutes to apply
- Vetted community