Retirement

Thinking about downsizing from a big home—or even acreage—to something simpler like a tiny house on wheels, a park model, or a compact apartment? You’re not alone, and this guide is here to help. Whether your goal is to live with less, travel more, or cut back on expenses, moving into a smaller home is [...]

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 [...]

This retired nurse has been traveling in her gorgeous purple ProMaster and loves her new, adventurous lifestyle! She said she wants her van to feel like the 14-year-old’s bedroom she never had — and it’s just that and more. The house meets all her needs, with tons of storage, a hidden toilet, and a swivel chair [...]

Doug and Mindy had been bus drivers and subway operators up until retiring. Nothing had been handed to them; they weren’t wealthy: they had no construction experience — but they knew traveling the continent in a converted bus was their dream! So they found a transit bus at auction and began converting it. The bus [...]

Glenice is an energy healer and yoga instructor who has moved around New Zealand her whole life, and wasn’t quite sure where to settle. A tiny house was an obvious choice, giving her the freedom to take it where life takes her! She chose a custom-built tiny house by a local builder, which is about [...]

Wilford transformed a Nissan NV2500 van into his personal cabin on wheels, tailored perfectly to his unique requirements. With a lifetime of woodworking experience and a passion for DIY creativity, he’s created something truly special. The moment you slide open the van door, you’ll quickly realize that this is far from an ordinary vehicle. It [...]