Tiny Living

October 27, 2016

Tiny Home Housing Program Gives Low-Income Families the Opportunity to be Homeowners

Many Americans dream of owning their own home, but it’s not always feasible—especially for those who have low incomes or were recently homeless. With these obstacles, ownership might seem like an unattainable goal, but the Tiny Homes project in Detroit wants to change that. Started by a non profit called Cass Community Social Services (CCSS), it aims to give this group of unlikely homeowners the opportunity to have their own place.

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May 7, 2016

Tiny Home Village Offers Travelers a Pint-Sized Getaway in the Mountains

Are you fascinated by the tiny home trend? If you've ever thought about living in this type of small dwelling, you can soon try it at the Mt. Hood Village located just outside of Portland. Starting at the end of May, they'll welcome travelers to their new Tiny House Village that boasts five accommodations ranging in size between 175 and 260 square feet. The Tumbleweed Tiny House Company is the mastermind behind these small getaways.

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July 7, 2015

College Student Builds Tiny House to Graduate Debt-Free

While many people graduate college with substantial debt, 25-year-old Joel Weber decided that he didn't want to be one of them. To save money on room and board, the University of Texas student was determined to build his own tiny home. These eco-friendly type structures are usually around 500 square feet in size, but Weber's abode is considerably smaller at just 145 square feet.

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