The Tiny House Blog

How Mortgage Brokers Navigate Financing for Tiny and Small Footprint Homes

A broker’s job is to match the client’s home type to the right lending lane before anyone wastes time on applications that can’t be approved.

What to Know About Getting a Home Insurance Quote for Tiny Homes

Whether you’re buying, building, or moving into one, understanding how insurance works is crucial if you want to protect your investment and enjoy your home without stress. Discover five things to keep in mind when you’re exploring coverage and trying to get a fair quote.

The Storage Math Behind a Livable Tiny House

In a tiny house, storage isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s the system that keeps the place running. It decides how you move through the space, how your days flow, and whether the house still feels good to live in months later.

Customizing Tiny Homes for Limited Mobility Residents

How to Declutter and Pack Before Moving into a Tiny Home

If you are moving into a tiny home, you have to remember that it won’t be able to hold half of the stuff that you have in your normal-sized house. You need to do some decluttering before you start packing.

What to Know About Hand-Scraped Bamboo Options

Bamboo has become popular in small spaces for good reasons. It grows back fast, handles moisture decently, and the textured versions hide scuffs better than smooth floors. Hand-scraped bamboo brings something extra to the table that's worth your time to examine.

Windows That Don’t Get in the Way: Space-Saving Double-Hung Ideas for Tiny House Layouts

When windows stay out of the way of daily traffic, the whole tiny house feels more settled, spacious and easy to use, even if the actual floor area is very small.

5 Simple Ways to Beautify Your Tiny Home Backyard

Think of this as a chat with a friend who’s obsessed with small spaces and has made every mistake so you don’t have to. Let’s walk through five simple ways to make your tiny home backyard feel beautiful, cozy, and actually useful.

A Comprehensive Guide to Selling to A Fast House Buyer

Unlock secrets to selling your house quickly with our comprehensive guide for fast house buyers. Get top tips today!

How to Organize a Small House With No Storage

Maximize your small home's potential with our clever storage solutions, and discover how decluttering can create an organized and spacious environment.

The Planning Mistakes That Shorten the Lifespan of New Heating Systems  

Planning decisions that are either ignored or hurried may greatly lead to loss of system life, efficiency, and reliability. By knowing these heating system planning mistakes, homeowners would be able to save their investment and prevent expensive problems in the future.

How to Build a Reliable Internet Setup for a Tiny Home

There’s a lot to consider if you want to live in a tiny home, and how you’ll get internet connection is one of them. 

What Are the Benefits of Installing a Folding Door System in Your Home

When the layout fits your lifestyle, the upgrade feels practical and premium at the same time. Better flow and better views can add everyday enjoyment, not just visual appeal.

7 Signs You Should Skip Traditional Ways and Sell Fast Instead

Selling a home through traditional real estate channels often looks like the reliable choice, although it does not always fit every situation.

How to Create a Functional Tiny Home Entryway with Hall Seats and Storage Benches

Hall seats and storage benches make this area more predictable by combining seating with a place to store the things that tend to collect near the door. When this zone works well, the rest of the home feels calmer and easier to live in.

How Transparent Home Builders Make the Process Stress-Free

Building a home is expensive. Most people only do it once. They walk into the process blind because they've never done it before.

The Key Differences Between Residential and Commercial Greenhouses

The Ideal Floor Materials for Your Tiny House

Explore the best floor materials for tiny houses. Learn about cost-effectiveness, durability and eco-friendly options.

The Return of Natural Finishes: Why Eco-Friendly Paints Are Taking Over Modern Home Design

Over the past decade, homeowners, designers, and builders have been steadily shifting their mindset toward healthier, more sustainable living environments.

7 Stunning Front Yard Landscaping Ideas to Transform Your Home

With so many hardware and DIY stores for beginners, creating a practical and attractive space has never been easier. ‍Here are some stunning front yard landscaping ideas to transform everything on a budget.

Tiny Home Real Estate Value: What Agents Need to Know to Advise Buyers and Sellers

For agents, value depends first on classification (real property vs personal property), then on land control, legal siting, and financing eligibility.

Leading 3D Rendering Companies Used by Real Estate Developers

Discover the leading 3D rendering companies trusted by developers to secure permits and drive sales. Explore our guide to professional visualization.

Cold Weather Is Tough On Tiny Homes, But Smart Plumbing Prep Keeps You Ahead

Winter tends to expose every shortcut a tiny home thought it could get away with. That compact footprint works wonders for airflow and energy use, but plumbing has a way of reminding you that pipes do not care how cute your square footage is.

The Ultimate Downsizing Checklist for Retirees Planning a Move to a Tiny Home in New York

Having a clear guide makes it easier to decide what’s worth keeping, donating, or selling—taking some of the weight off your shoulders, both physically and emotionally.