Less House More Resilience

Click to Send Laura a Text! Nick Cripps, Director of Sales for Small Living Company, discusses the concept of small living and the company's focus on building smaller footprint homes. They offer a range of homes, including tiny homes, starter homes, downsizer homes, and affordable rental options. Nick shares how he became involved with Small Living Company and their vision for creating econom...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Martin Burlingame, CEO of Strategic Insurance, joins the Less House More Moola podcast to discuss the importance of tiny home insurance. He shares the history of Strategic Insurance and how they became the go-to provider for tiny home insurance. Martin explains the different types of insurance coverage available for tiny homes, including traditional homeowners insurance...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode, Laura Lynch reflects on her first year of self-employment and shares five money lessons she has learned. These lessons include finding what excites you, having a financial runway, knowing benchmarks, trusting yourself, and time blocking for work-life balance. She emphasises the importance of aligning work with personal values and creating a sustainable...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Tim Dean, an architect and designer, shares his journey from residential sustainability to the tiny house and small housing market in Australia. He discusses the cultural and economic landscape that has led to an increased interest in alternative residential options, such as tiny houses. Tim explains his role as a designer and connector in the tiny house industry, worki...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Carl Henn, author of 'My Two Centuries in Africa' and upcoming book 'Home Free', shares his journey into van life and the freedom it brings. After retiring from a career in public health, Carl embarked on a national book tour, which led him to discover the joys of van life. He found that living in a van allowed him to travel freely, reconnect with ol...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Till from Tiny Easy shares the story of how they started their company to help people understand and build their own tiny houses. They offer DIY-friendly construction documents and software that helps people design their own tiny homes. Tiny houses provide an affordable solution to the housing crisis, allowing people to own a home without a high entry barrier. Tiny home...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Eric Raszewski, founder of Family Trucksters, shares his passion for camper van travel and his expertise in helping others navigate the world of mobile travel. He discusses the importance of research and finding the right fit when choosing a camper van, as well as the challenges and rewards of camper van travel. Eric also highlights the role of kindness and connection i...

Click to Send Laura a Text! The podcast episode features a conversation with Mic, a tiny house enthusiast and content creator, discussing the motivations, challenges, and opportunities associated with the tiny house movement. Mic shares insights into the generational perspectives, financial considerations, and lifestyle choices related to tiny living. The conversation also explores the appeal of t...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of learning and growing from change, Laura Lynch discusses the changes happening in her life and the changes coming for the Less House, More Moola Podcast. She also talks about the psychology of change and the different phases people go through when contemplating and taking action on change. Laura shares her plans for future podcast episodes, including i...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode, Laura Lynch reflects on the past year of the Less House, More Moola podcast and counting down the top six episodes. The top six episodes include conversations with Alaska from Tiny House Concierge, Felice Cohen, Ash Mazanec, Alexis and Christian from Tiny House Expedition, Amanda Acuna, and Alisa Boots and Rick. Each episode explores different aspects o...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Have you thought about building your own home but felt that you lack the skills or confidence to do it? Don’t miss this episode! Amanda Speer and Dain Daller join the show today to talk about the incredible off-grid Earthship home they built, as well as how they discovered their passion for what they do and the fascinating alternative building methods they’ve used to cr...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Does it seem like many of the tiny home communities are already full? Be sure to listen in to this episode where Dedria Kolb gives us a peek into the tiny home community she is building in North Carolina. As president of Ideal Ridge Venture, a property development company that is currently developing Poplar Creek, Dedria offers great insight you don’t want to miss. For...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Can financial freedom be achieved while addressing environmental and social challenges? Laura Oldanie, a green living and money coach, joins the show to discuss minimalism, designing life, and the fear associated with the notion that we must save up enough money for our entire lives. She explains why FIRE, or Financial Independence, Retire Early, often leads to burnout...

Click to Send Laura a Text! The health insurance gap between an employer plan and Medicare can be quite a hot topic—especially for those who are living the RV or tiny house life. Many people living these lifestyles travel a lot, are retired, or simply do not have the traditional work, so their healthcare needs often don’t fit inside the traditional box. Bob Nunn and Mike Neighbours join the show t...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Lance Wilkinson is the owner of VanFest, a popular annual event showcasing custom van conversions and celebrating a nomadic lifestyle. He joins the show today to talk about the van life movement and all of the challenges and benefits that go with it. As someone who has been living the van life with his wife for over two and a half years, he has loads of insight to share...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Forrest Stevens joins me on the show today to talk about how tiny living has impacted his life, as well as the lives of those in his community. A filmmaker, podcaster, and writer, Forrest has been bringing van life and alternative lifestyles into the public eye, helping to educate people about what it’s really like and how to make it work for you. This conversation cove...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Have you ever considered ditching the conventional for a life on the road? In this episode, Dr. Brenda, a fascinating mix of sociologist, financial coach, and climate steward, takes us through her journey into full-time RV living. She unveils how this lifestyle choice is at the crossroads of financial independence, sustainability, and personal happiness. For full show n...

Click to Send Laura a Text! How can the spirit of minimalism be extended to our outdoor adventures and lifestyle? This episode features Meg Carney, the voice behind The Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, who shares her journey from being a digital nomad to settling down while maintaining a nomadic spirit. Listen in as we explore the seven R's of outdoor minimalism, strategies for reducing waste even...

Click to Send Laura a Text! When I listen to the market news and think about what businesses have to really be ready to pivot and maneuver, tiny home builders have truly had to be the most creative and innovative ever . Few people know this as well as my guest today, Travis Pyke. The owner of Wind River Tiny Homes, Travis is a tiny home builder who’s been in business for over 10 years. Listen in a...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Rebecca Brooks & Dylan Pollock are a couple/financial coaching team that helps other married couples navigate their finances in an effective and low-stress way. In this episode, they share how they’ve been able to get themselves (and others) out of debt and the role that housing has played in that area of their finances. They also talk about how to decide how much h...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Today we are diving into the often misunderstood topic of home equity. We'll question the common belief that building home equity is essential for financial security, and instead of accepting conventional wisdom about this at face value, take a closer look at the risks and rewards involved. For full show notes and more information visit http://tinyurl.com/43aw5jn9...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Wondering how financial savvy can redefine your living space? Christopher Hensley is a financial advisor who blends his finance acumen with a deep passion for tiny living, and he joins the show today to discuss his innovative approach to achieving a financially free, minimalist lifestyle. Listen in as Christopher shares advice on navigating the financial aspects of tiny...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Many people in densely populated areas have given up on ever owning a home, but that doesn’t have to be their reality. Architect and small home specialist Nick Mehl joins the show today to talk about the ADU space, what is coming soon for factory-made homes, and how he has been a part of the charge to find affordable (and beautiful) solutions to the affordability issues...

Click to Send Laura a Text! How are tiny homes redefining the concept of attainable housing? In this episode, we're joined by Abby Shank, who transitioned from a corporate career to a leader in tiny living and launched two tiny living businesses. Abby's journey and insights offer a unique perspective on the tiny house movement and its impact on modern living. For full show notes and more...

Click to Send Laura a Text! Kelly Sjostrom, the host of Budgeting. , joins the show today to share the secrets of living a debt-free life. Beginning with her personal journey, Kelly opens up about the triggers that compelled her to take charge of her finances. For full show notes and more information visit http://tinyurl.com/yx7t72j5   Book a Call with Laura Go to thetinyhouseadviser.com