Building a Mortgage-free Tiny House by the Seat of My Pants – Part 1Â – by Shirley Loomis Years ago virtually every home in this country was built by the men and women who lived in them. They were homes, barns, outbuildings of one form or another, silos; homes for people, crops, and livestock. These were [...]
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Former CEO Builds Small Home, Tiny Cabin and Treehouse
After serving as CEO of Virgin America most people would think you’d find Fred Reid in a large luxurious home. But that’s not him. Instead he’s kept his small home and built a tiny cabin as a backyard office as well as an elevated treehouse cabin up in the trees. I had to share this [...]
Adam Baker TEDx Talk: Sell Your Stuff, Pay Off Debt, Do What You Love
Adam Baker’s TEDx talk explores the connection between physical possessions, financial freedom, and living a more intentional life. His message—sell what you don’t need, eliminate debt, and redirect resources toward what truly matters—aligns with the core philosophy behind tiny house living. TEDx Talk: Finding Freedom Through Simplification Key Questions from the Talk What does freedom [...]
Living with Less: 3 Mindset Shifts for Embracing Simple Living
Choosing to live in a small or tiny house often means going against mainstream expectations. While the benefits—less clutter, more freedom, greater financial flexibility—are compelling, navigating relationships with those who don’t understand these choices requires mental preparation. 3 Foundational Beliefs for Simple Living These mindset shifts help maintain clarity when pursuing an unconventional lifestyle. 1. [...]