At first it was thought to be a trend, a craze that would soon die out. However, the tiny house movement has continued to gain momentum. It took a while, but this time this housing trend is grabbing the nation’s attention.
For some, it is a new way to lead a simple life without the large debts of buying a full sized property. Tiny homes are far more affordable, many are available in the $20,000-60,000 bracket. These homes are often put together by those that buy them, and this in itself contributes to the lower prices.
However, the unexpected tangent of the tiny home is that people have started to see their potential as a summer escape. These houses are actually fully livable, but as a holiday home for summer vacations and weekend breaks they are perfect and far more within the average person’s budget.
What is a Tiny Home?
A tiny home is what has inspired the “Tiny House Movement” throughout the US. There is no set definition to exactly what makes a tiny home, but here are a few of the key points:
- Structure is normally under 400 sq. ft
- Average price of $20,000 to $50,000 (but, can be much higher)
- Low energy/resource usage
- Multifunction areas (for example, the lounge may change into an office)
Jay Shafer also started a trend of tiny houses on wheels, allowing freedom not only from financial burdens, but from being tied to a single location.
Ordering a Tiny Home Online
It sounds crazy, but you can even order your tiny home kit online from sites such as Amazon. For many of the homes they sell, Amazon even offers free delivery. Yes, some sellers actually deliver your house to your land for free.
The houses available on Amazon vary in style and quality, from “The Tiny House on Wheels” that comes fully featured and for under $50,000, to smaller solid installments like the “The Jackson 275 + 119 Sq.Ft – Tiny Home” for under 20,000.
Some Concerns
Tiny homes are affordable and for many are becoming the only way to step up onto a property ladder. However, they are not as easy or perfect as you might imagine. That is not to say that they aren’t a good option, because they are. It is just that there are some points to consider before purchasing.
When buying online, you are not seeing the property in person. For this reason, you should start by checking the reviews of other customers. If the reviews are positive, then you should get a ‘real world’ idea of the size. An easy way to do this is to ask for the … Read the rest
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