Top 5 Tips for Building or Buying a Tiny House
As a tiny house designer, I too am often amazed at what people still want to add to a custom tiny home, while hopefully adhering to a super-tight budget.
My advice for anyone wanting to build or buy a tiny house is to:
- Solve your parking first
- Set a realistic budget of $35-65k
- Be honest and simple about must-have amenities
- Get skinny -- keep finished size small and tow weight low
- Build by the rules and get certified (RV or PMRV standard)
Here's hoping this quick tip list helps you get started on a safe, fast, efficient, and affordable cabin, cottage, and tiny house design.
Wishing you all the best with your tiny house design and build.
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