Our Tiny Home is the Best Investment We’ve Made

[@juliebundesman5373]

I love your house. Do you know what I see? An island on wheels that could replace your dining table. When you’re cooking it would provide you another great work surface. Just roll it into the kitchen. You could store bar stools underneath and out of the way. An island would also prove more drawer storage for spices and/or games. Have a great day and thanks for opening up your house. Love it!

[@emmalaaser2897]

This is my mom!! I should send this comment to her!

[@beek7292]

Tables are not as high as an Island. So you have to think about the hight difference or if it's possible a kitchen island which can be lowered. You don't want to eat a table which goes to your neck.

[@Proverbs.3-5]

I was thinking maybe a sofa table with a drop-down leaf so when cooking it could be lifted up for more space, but when not cooking, drop it down and have something to sit a drink on while watching TV. Also, when it's up, it could be used for dining. Shelves underneath could be used as some storage as well. 🤷‍♀️

[@DustinLane-e1e]

Hello, I'm Dustin from the video. After the filming we did get a new table. We purchased a white Huskey 46" rolling workbench with a butcher block top. It has 2 drawers and raises and lowers. It will go low enough to be a coffee table and high enough to be an island.

[@lisahemphill9139]

The wood ceiling is gorgeous ‘

[@Jijohann]

“Being close to my best friend all the time is also very great” What a cute couple, the one that will last forever

[@8firekid]

The tree is huge! Beautiful place! Even the loft is decorated so pretty. Stunning home.

[@kjmav10135]

I went from 2800 sq feet house to 1066 sq feet apt and then to apts of 1000 to 640 and pretty soon I’ll be in a 565 square foot single family home, built in the 40s on its own lot. Yes. That small! I don’t call my new house “tiny.” It’s small. Even though I’ve lived small for a few years now, I have to get rid of more in the next few weeks before I move. I am so excited!

[@christinelaferriere3352]

😅

[@Proverbs.3-5]

That's what I want. A small house. I think the 399 sf tiny is just a bit too small for me and my Shih Tzu girl. 😊 But I love this house and the way they have it decorated and set up. ❤

[@dabzprincess92]

You're right about one thing anything over 399 SQ ft isn't a true tiny home.

[@dabzprincess92]

What's great about 399 sq ft is no property taxes

[@kathybrokos160]

You two are so smart to reduce your utilities and use your money for creating memories and having experiences. You have escaped consumerism. Yay for you.

[@DNaupari]

Utilities were $900 a month But now their lot rent and electric are $780 per month… Except. Now they don’t own the land and are subject to the whims of the landowners rent increases. This doesn’t seem like a good deal. Then again, could they buy another home for $113,000? Def not a new one, but maybe an old one - I’ve seen 2 bed 1 bath houses for $200,000 and slowly fix it up. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Then I’d own the land and not be subject to rent increases on land I don’t own, or have the land be sold and prices hiked when I’m oldest and most vulnerable. I hope it works out for them, but From a risk management perspective I foresee problems that are more problematic than having a standalone home on my own land. This TREND is not as glamorous as it’s made out to be

[@streetsmartintelligent]

Not smart to pay over 100k for 300sqft or whatever it is😮😮😮😮😢😢

[@streetsmartintelligent]

Majestic tiny home village doesn't allow sheds/carports/mini garages??😢😮

[@CRG1966]

@@DNaupariand paying all that and no equity - the owner of the land is the smart one

[@Jinxkhei]

Please tell your husband that I used to be a die hard “gas” stove girl my whole life…I’m 68 yrs old. But, I moved into an all electric home. It was going to cost around $5,000 (to have propane piped in, plus the added to that the cost of a new stove). So, I took a chance, and tried the new “induction” stove, instead…& I love it!! It’s even more responsive than gas, and the learning curve was quick. So, I highly recommend going “induction”, even over gas.👍☺️

[@joditripp7003]

You guys have totally nailed the transition. Your home is fabulous.

[@barbrn]

Love your home! I could move right in! Your decorating skills are amazing including your xmas decorations. This community offers a lot for your monthly rent.

[@raheelamehboob7718]

I really like the personality of the couple. They are certainly made for each other 😊.

[@markmoorhead1442]

What a beautiful home, I love the windows, and high ceilings. It looks nice and roomy,yet cozy.

[@gizmo8453]

Imagine if more of these were available instead of unattended mansions😲

[@GregBooth00]

We need more big homes, these places will oversaturate and get pricey.

[@juliemack791]

Your home is beautiful and decorated nicely. People commenting that they could not live tiny, won’t admit that they have too much stuff in the first place.

[@whaaat3632]

Agreed. However, they need a storage shed just for the Christmas decorations.

[@revekat2053]

@@whaaat3632with skirting you can store things under your house.

[@donnacanada7257]

I believe you are right! 😊

[@annjames1837]

Everyone has different needs.

[@thesketchyparrot1883]

I love the house. But just to clarify with your lot fee every month technically you’re only saving $120.00 a month give or take. So $80 utilities & $700 lot fee - $900 previous bill per your cost breakdown: $900 - $780 = $120 less. It would be much better if you purchased your own lot of land. Plus lot fees will probably go up!

[@lucy_76]

$900 for utilities only they never said how much rent was for the big house they were renting, our son rents a very small hours and that's nearly 2k per month, a big house would likely be at least 2k monthly.

[@wallysworld3435]

Plus the trash/services fee is now in propertytaxes/lot fees

[@annjames1837]

Most areas have restrictions and tiny homes and trailers aren't allowed.

[@southernsignatures1295]

Property taxes and homeowners insurance cost a fortune! They’re saving much of that!

[@ironangel69]

Are you aware of how much buying your own lot of land is. Some people don't have that kind of money up front.

[@lovelyliz1013]

This is about the only tiny home video that I’ve seen someone actually decorate it and make use of the space the way you should in a tiny home!😮 not a bunch of stuff accumulated cuz they couldn’t actually down size!

[@louannhuber2651]

I love storage solutions too. When I got married and my husband moved into my 1100 sq ft condo. Combining households was kind of a fun challenge which of course required compromise.

[@bebedanz5163]

Love how you have decorated your tiny house. It is really beautiful.

[@DellMara]

This is a really beautiful and cozy home. I could easily live in this house.

[@MsTeck883]

Where is this community? That’s the problem is finding the communities. There’s 1 million different little tiny homes, but trying to find a place that zoned to be able to put them is another matter.

[@Not_Ur_Average]

Texas

[@dabzprincess92]

Ugh Texas seems to be the place for tiny homes for sure. I need this SQ ft but not in Texas 😂​@@Not_Ur_Average

[@linhaton4957]

Beautiful home, but I’d need to own the property underneath.

[@CRG1966]

Yes, paying $700 a month and never getting that back, I do not see the savings since you never own your property

[@bethgreen5587]

Love your home. Well done. And your tree is gorgeous too

[@lisaroselli730]

This is by far my FAVORITE tiny home I’ve seen so far!

[@BriPri-89]

Beautiful home! I didn’t even think about how the utility bill will decrease 😮 That’s great 🥰🙏🏽

[@cynthiaoconnor7185]

Not in a tiny home, but I would love to live in one. But, a word about utility bills. My water/gas/trash bill usually runs around $70 per month for our 1200 sq ft rent home. However, even though our usage doesn't get higher, in winter months the amount TRIPLES!! This is an example of utility companies gouging Americans and causing economic problems for us. We're on a program of "averaging" payments for our electric bill. They charge you an amount based on them charging you an amount based on your previous year's bills.

[@cathymontano569]

This is one of my favorite tiny homes, beautiful! ❤

[@Kim50fabulous]

A long and narrow rolling cart would be great for kitchen prep.

[@TamaraJoy7]

Thank you for such a detailed and thorough tour! I love everything you’ve done to create a warm and cosy environment. You’ve really inspired me! ❤❤

[@angus6032]

Great layout and utilization of space! Very nice.

[@clego5386]

Cute home! Just from a design and functional perspective - I would Turn the couch around and put it up against the windows, put the TV on the stair well wall. That would possibly even give you room to put a small comfy chair next to the front door. Move the table (or better yet replace the table with a bar height island/table with stools that can go under it) in the middle of the kitchen area. That would give you a surface to prep on and use while cooking as well as serve as your table for eating, games, etc.

[@daniellem5175]

Gorgeous home! I could definitely live there! Thanks for sharing!

[@FilipWinter]

That is a full-size home in many parts of the world, including Scandinavia.

[@egl3369]

I know, I can't believe people think this is small

[@doloresmartinez2434]

Get rid of the electric stove and put in an induction stove. Induction is better than gas. Boils water is under a minute. And sears steak like a champ. Cooks even and no burn.

[@SweetDreamz0223]

I love this tiny house 😍. Nice decor & size. Great for a single person or couple. You guys did an amazing job making your tiny house a home!❤

[@72gloria]

Your home is beautiful. Loft rooms makes me claustrophobic. Even with windows. I think having the ceiling so close affects me. I especially love the patio. Thank you.

[@AdeleWDWdreamer]

I've seen a LOT of Tiny Home videos and truthfully, you guys' home is my favorite! I LOVE your taste & style and the layout of this home! It doesn't appear to feel cramped at all! Y'all have been smart with your storage too! Great patio to extend your "living space"!! Well done!!! Congrats on two years and for it being a great financial decision & investment!

[@DustinLane-e1e]

Thank you! My wife and I put in a lot of thought before we decided to buy. We do have a storage unit for some items that we couldn't part with. We can't put a garage or storage shed in this community. Our plan is to buy some land and move it. Just not sure where yet.

[@cynthiaswain4070]

I love your tiny house. Everything about it feels like home.

[@suezaple4950]

What a well designed home , you have everything one needs , love that you have a lovely size downstairs including a good size bedroom, the loft so cozy for guest, Love the woodwork and storage through out nice size outdoor sitting area plenty of room out there as well. curtains great idea , full size appliances. staircase genius . I cant say enough love love this !

[@Dixieliv]

Wonderful home ! I too am a professional napper ❤️

[@RMCs]

I'm pretty sure a pocket door and a barn door are two very separate types of doors. Cute house.

[@Rin-oo9pf]

I actually really like the floorplan of this home. Many tiny homes look like tubes. I personally would place the seating in the living room against the stairs but otherwise it's really nicely decorated

[@susanpratt3290]

It is a nice house. But the builder could have made a much thinner wall between the W/D and the fridge, if they made it a half inch thick, you may be able to put a regular size washer dryer on top of each other, in other words, a 27" wide washer and dryers stacked on top or the LG Wash Tower, which is one piece that vents out and has a washer and dryer stacked with the controls in the middle (for us not so tall folks) and both doors have hinges on the left side. It is an inside wall I don't see why the wall needs to be so thick. Love the front porch and the roomy loft. If I didn't live with my sister, I would have designed and had a tiny house built to my specifications so that I would not have to give up the things I want most and have a decent range/or wall oven (30"), and microwave, the LG Wash Tower. Many tiny home builders think you only need a 24" wide washer / dryer, and a small oven 24" wide. You can design a tiny house with room for a full size washer / dryer or wash tower, and a full size range, microwave or wall oven.

[@revekat2053]

What a beautiful house and community. Thank you for sharing your story and home with us. ❤

[@tracey-d7k]

Hi my name is Tracey I live in Essex here in the UK I think your home is totally amazing it looks absolutely stunning xoxo

[@maevegreaney4009]

400sq ft is a one bed apartment in Ireland but cubic space (height) makes the world of difference here

[@MorningInAmerica_Nov_5_2024]

It's a great layout. Very cozy and inviting. Some thoughts: 1. I always see the homeowners sitting down in the loft area, but no one ever demonstrates how they move about in such a limited space. Also, how do they put sheets on the bed? 2. I do believe I could be comfortable and happy living in such a small space. I'm troubled by the fact that I wouldn't have my own yard with a privacy fence and a gardening shed. 3. Very few of them have a carport. That leaves your car sitting in the sun day after day after day. Also getting groceries unloaded is a problem in inclement weather. I'd need a carport. 4. I'd love to see a floorplan that would put the bathroom farther from the kitchen. That's one of the things that really bugs me about tiny houses.

[@hannikulju9990]

How funny to think that unloading car is a problem. Because we live in Finland and have 17 steps outside before our porch area. I just carried 8 kg hay and 15 kg straw pellets in the rain. It was abou one minute per each that they were in. Then I ran back to the car and drive under the open garage. I don't want a door because it won't work well in snow anyways. It's just good exercise to run the stairs. Car is just a car...it can be in sunshine or under the snow while I work. It's made to protect you. I still think you have the right to your opinion. We people think so differently and that makes us interesting. ❤

[@MorningInAmerica_Nov_5_2024]

@hannikulju9990 Oh, to once again be young and able-bodied*. It's been decades, and, although I witnessed the decline of aging loved ones, I couldn't appreciate the limitations until I got here. Enjoy your physical abilities while you have them. They're not forever. *I was once as physically able as a diminutive woman could be. Being a female under 5 feet tall, I always experienced certain built-in limitations. In my younger years, I found ways to compensate. Not so much in my late 70s.

[@AliceWonders22]

Your home is beautiful and tastefully decorated. I love it! You thoughtfully planned out each piece. That had to take lots of consideration. This is perfect in every way imo. I have tried for years to sway my husband but he's 6'5" I'd never get him to agree ha ha. We live in over 6,000 sqft of space on 3 different levels. We hate it! Just purchased 30 acres and a 5 year old home in the Ozarks. The home is not a tiny home as it's 2,700 sqft with a separate Barndaminium (I think that's what you call them) on the property with a fully heated and cooled space, an additional apartment and kitchen etc. So not down sizing I suppose as far as property but interior living for sure. I'm just so excited to have it all one ONE level!

[@timbohp]

It really is beautiful and the layout is VERY functional, but I don't get paying that much for rent. I live in a 700-square-foot condo, and my HOA fees are $340.00 per month, including water, trash, radiated heat, and a heated garage here in Minneapolis. My condo was $122,00.

[@kristinrodriguezrealtordmv3434]

How is it that people do not understand ground rent?!! It's been around forever. You can't compare your condo to their tiny house because you share walls with other people this is a single family home totally different living experience.

[@H37P5kY57]

Wow HOA is alot but my guess you have all sorts of nice amenities. My HOA is $200 and all we got is a dumpster and supposedly gardening. I just have weeds growing and lots of rock that came up from the dead grass and dead pine trees. Another set of townhouses HOA was $350 with a pool but I guess now I don't see it's worth it. I'm hoping once my development is done our HOA board will vote it to end. Been in my new townhouse and construction won't end until beginning of 2026 and we've already had 2 price hikes in HOA (granted it's only 10% but still that adds up). I know the people saying they think it's ridiculous we choose HOA....in the housing market I would need to pony up 300k more than my townhouse to afford a home without a HOA. We aren't really people that need a yard so that's why I was fine with a townhouse.

[@MamaMC4950]

⁠@@kristinrodriguezrealtordmv3434baloney!! A slab to park your😮 car on does not make the their tiny home’s living experience “completely different” from condo living! But HALF the living space and a bed you have to crawl to certainly does.

[@LindseyBradshaw-s7q]

@@MamaMC4950that loft was extra space. They don’t have to “climb into” their bed on the 1st floor.

[@LindseyBradshaw-s7q]

I didn’t catch where this house is located but heard her say Spring. There is a Spring Texas near Houston. That ground rent would depend on the property taxes in the area. My friend in Spring Texas has very high property taxes.

[@danielcombs4740]

I absolutely love your home and could see myself living there. I especially love the dual purposes for items and your storage solutions. When I lost my house and moved back into apt I went through all the same changes. I can honestly say every item I have now is something I love. Every now and then I feel the need to purge. I'll take a car load to Value Village for others to enjoy. I definitely prefer this lifestyle at 65!!!

[@melissameyer9981]

I love your home. I love the tiny home movement and have seen such beautiful and creative ways to live. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@lisasessums3509]

I really love yalls house plans. The high ceilings, front porch, and kitchen are fabulous. So neat and practical. Love the full refrigerator and washer/dryer❤️. Thanks for sharing.

[@lyran8947]

beautiful house. i would suggest placing the sofa back to the stairs. getting rid of the dining table and replacing it with an island on wheels that can be used as an extra counterspace, dining table and table for any other use. can be pushed toward the existing kitchen counterspace when not in use. i would add a super comfy chair under the tv.

[@TimAnnear_1961]

This is like watching our life except that we live in South Australia, how crazy to stumble on this while we're waiting for our downsized tiny home in a lifestyle village to finish being built. I absolutely get all the reasons for going tiny and your narration hit every chord and I get it so congrats, you both made an excellent decision as I know we have too.

[@shonabeggs4640]

This couple have made a beautiful home here. They both look quite tall and i was thinking the loft bedroom must be a nightmare for them having to crouch. Then the ground floor bedroom appeared and is a proper bedroom for them. Really lovely.

[@streetsmartintelligent]

Get rid of one of the double doors add counter top & under space storage, create a L shaped kitchen

[@alanademers6579]

This is a very nice mobile home park. I wondered where you store all those Christmas decorations as I didn’t see a shed on your property. The challenge with these types of homes is the resale value and security in storms of any type. Thanks for the tour; you both have a comfy space!

[@stevegordon5243]

Beautiful home!

[@ashleys637]

The stairs with drawers in them legit blew my mind. This is a really beautiful home!

[@Tom-x3m9g]

That's huge! Nothing tiny about that house. Very nice.

[@kathy-o4p]

Where do you store so many Christmas decorations? It looks beautiful but gee…so many!

[@sunangel-rivka]

They obviously have to rent a storage unit for all that off-season stuff which kind of defeats the cost-cutting benefit of a tiny home

[@josie4peace]

Very nice, but I would miss having a private lot and scenery. 🌲✨

[@soniadavies6220]

Just gorgeous!! I love tiny homes and yours is perfect! So very cozy....

[@sternchenK511]

Wow. Dort würde ich 1 zu 1 einziehen. Wunderschön. Sie hat Geschmack was Dekorationen angeht😀. Ein wunderschönes,geschmackvolles Häuschen🥰

[@iomis2001]

over 100k is still insane.

[@mgarcia2445]

Plus the monthly $700 for the lot.

[@poisonlady1965]

Pocket doors are NOT barn doors…two totally different things. They substituted utilities for lot so they still pay out the same the same basically. Part of their previous utilities are a chunk of their loft rent. She’s right about possessions. Nobody needs ten sets of bedding.

[@mgarcia2445]

That's what I said. It's not that they're not paying for their water and utilities. It's that it's included in their lot lease of $700. My concern is that the lot lease amount is going to continue to increase. A lot of people get priced out of those communities that way, and then what? They're stuck with a tiny home with no land to put it on, and they don't even come close to making back what they invested. I wish developers would sell the house AND the land. That would be perfect!

[@bobbiewinrow9357]

I love it. You have really got it fixed up nice it is so beautiful. I love your set up. Happy new year.🎉

[@WeAreStrongwithJesus]

Love your home and your Christmas village. ❤

[@jprevatt]

Love it❤ it's cute, & functional! Hollywood should now get an influx of these built, to replace whats been lost, in their wildfires

[@janicefinch5157]

You decorated it so lovely. It’s amazing.

[@conniepayne591]

I'm really impressed that you can fit a big Christmas tree in. You have a really nice house. It looks comfortable and you can fit lots of stuff in. I like that you all have a large yard and you're separated from the other houses. So tanks for sharing and have a nice day.

[@AliceWonders22]

This video was so inspiring even though I'm not looking to go tiny. I'm fascinated by this way of living and I think it's so functional! Ya'll are such a cute couple. Thanks for the tour. You are inspiring me to clean out! We've gotta get a move on packing. lol

[@msammr33]

Beautiful home, beautiful couple. Thank you for sharing.

[@bizswift5252]

Love this presentation from start to finish!! Your tips are great-folks after my own heart! Someday I can have a tiny home!!! (LOVE the stair storage🤸🏾💃🏽👏🏽) Thanks so much for sharing and I will be coming by for coffee🤣🥳

[@4812jc]

Where do you keep all those Christmas decorations?

[@lydiapurple2032]

They keep them in the storage shed

[@corinazimmerman2573]

Love your beautiful home. My only question is always about the bedroom loft- having to crawl around seems inconvenient or painful

[@cheesecakeonice]

As someone who lives in 3800 sqft home i want to say am so jealous of u guys ..We pay alittle bit over 6000 bucks on our mortgage and that doesnt include utilities 😅..I dream of owning a home like this someday but definately on my own land ..Yay for u guys

[@virginiawyngarden8690]

Very nice tiny and fits all one needs -- love the porch, and all the room for larger appliances in the kitchen -- only prob for me is --- I would need a bedside table!

[@denisebd1000]

Nicely decorated! I love it!

[@lisahemphill9139]

Love the ceilings and stairs with drawers!

[@SherriMaines]

LOVE your tiny home and the way you have it decorated, and the way you use your space is so smart! We are doing our research as to what model we would like... Is this the Tumbleweed Park Model?

[@cathy5070]

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!

[@nicolesmith454]

Beautiful!!! I love all of it!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@jenniboo9441]

The only thing i dont love about this companies tiny homes is how low the ceiling in the loft is. Theyre practically unusable because theyre *so* low that even a child couldnt sit up in it after age like..2. The loft in this one is actually really reasonable

[@-MyNameIsPuppy-]

If they tinted the upper windows, it would take the glare off the TV!😁✌️

[@kristiemcdaniel1941]

Beautiful! Do you mind sharing your floor plan?

[@saragilliam2189]

Love this setup

[@anettewaits3677]

…where do you store all of your Christmas decisions…?! 💚

[@paulaomalley2195]

Your home is absolutely gorgeous 😻

[@chalktalkwithshari4173]

I love seeing how you decorated for Christmas. 🎄

[@catherinenelson8676]

Is there a list of tiny or small homes with land that are for sale?

[@lindar6151]

Beautiful home and I love your decorations and doggies!

[@elizabethpinnix7028]

Beautiful home!!

[@Bonnie62563]

Your home is gorgeous , love your taste in decor. Enjoy 😊

[@C.Samuel-b4u]

Great video, thanks for sharing. This shows that nearly everyone can afford a home if you're willing to sacrifice space 🎉

[@Alex-zh2mn]

This must be USA because what they call tiny is pretty normal or big in Europe!

[@bijou737]

I like this model of tiny home. Good video. Thanks!

[@ThegospelofNarc]

Your home is gorgeous! This is one of the most beautiful Tiny Homes I have ever seen- you did a great job on the layout and finishes :)

[@english7451]

Not to me seen hundreds much better.

[@WascallyWabbit-w8s]

Oh dear. I'm from Texas. I live in 1200sqft and thats more tiny than I like already. Don't know how you do it but the home looks very lovely.

[@chrissi3085]

Liebevoll eingerichtet .Ich bin begeistert . 😍🥰👏

[@sandraboose3686]

Wow you did down size. Great job. Love it!

[@mgg567]

Beautiful home! Very nice

[@tmo6517]

Beautiful home but just my preference to have the porch fully enclosed as a four season room. Aside from a tub, built ins for books and half bath, that’s all I need.😂❤❤

[@grammybear4226]

🐼 Big Panda Bear Hugs from a 71 yr old grandma in Texas, USA and by the way l'm subscribed and l hit Like. 🐼 ❤