Jessica was ready to leave her regular days in construction and hit the road — but on a budget! She found this low-top van on Facebook Marketplace already built out and for only $7,000. After updates and mechanical repairs, her total cost was $9,500 for the rig. Incredibly, her jewelry business took off after posting [...]
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She’s Been a Nomad for 12 Years
While we’ve seen many families hitting the road with young children as of late, Bella’s parents chose RV life long before it was popular on Instagram! She grew up on the road for most of her childhood, but started to resent it as a teenager. She claimed she would never live like that as an [...]
Retired Teacher’s 140 Sq Ft DIY Tiny House: Built at Incredible Tiny Homes Workshop
When Cheryl retired after 30 years as a public school teacher, she was living in a 1,400-square-foot home. Having raised her son as a single mom, she was ready for something new. She knew the only way she could afford a tiny house would be to build it herself, so she found a workshop with [...]
From a DIY Van to a Box Truck Conversion!
Eric and Ashley have been living nomadically for four years. The first three years they spent in a low-top van conversion, before spending 6 months converting a box truck into their home on wheels. The truck gave them space to stand, and they were happy to build out a vehicle with square walls! They both [...]
DIY Tiny House on BLM Land: Living on Social Security for $25/Month Rent
Alan built this DIY tiny house after losing his wife, seeking a positive change and a more affordable way to live. He supports himself on Social Security with some DoorDash work on the side. By purchasing an LTVA (long-term visitor access) pass to BLM land, he pays just $25 per month in rent. His DIY [...]
A Refurbished Escape Vista Boho with New Siding, Roof and Flooring
This was a very lightly used Vista Boho that ESCAPE had substantially rebuilt before reselling — and the list of what was replaced is the story. New siding, a new door, and a new metal roof with a long warranty outside; new flooring and a new couch inside. That matters more than a cosmetic refresh. [...]
Warm & Cozy Ski Wagon: 2019 Ram Promaster 136″
You’d never know by the stealthy exterior that this 2019 Ram Promaster is an incredible cabin on wheels! When the doors open, you step inside a cozy space decked with wood finishes and a wood burning stove for maximum comfort. Originally built by the owners as a “ski wagon,” this van has been a resting [...]
