Tiny Home Tours

Could your backyard be the solution to your family's biggest housing challenge? Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are one of the fastest-growing housing trends in America—but they're also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of Let's Talk Tiny, Cindy sits down with Jessica Charlesworth, founder of Rocky Mountain ADUs and the National ADU Builders Coalition, to explore how ba...

Are tiny home communities really a path to lower living costs and a simpler lifestyle? In this episode of Let’s Talk Tiny, Cindy sits down with Mark Agnew, Sales Manager at Majestic Hills Tiny Home Community, to talk about the realities of tiny living from both a professional and personal perspective. With more than 45 years of experience in hospitality and sales — and firsthand experience living...

Can a family really live well in under 400 square feet? Is a tiny home a smart investment or just a trend? In this episode of Let's Talk Tiny, Cindy answers your most-asked questions about tiny home living, drawn from three and a half years of doing it herself. She breaks down what actually counts as a tiny home today, from park models and tiny homes on wheels to ADUs, modular homes, and cott...

Modular Homes: Another Option for Simpler Living w/ Ken Semler of Impresa Modular https://impresamodular.com/

Have you ever found the perfect tiny home, secured financing, and found the perfect piece of land—only to discover you can't legally put your home there? In this episode of Let's Talk Tiny , Cindy sits down with housing policy expert Amy Tomasso to uncover the hidden rules that shape where we live and why so many people struggle to find housing that fits their lifestyle and budget. From...

Thinking about buying a tiny home? Before you sign a contract, secure financing, or choose a builder, there are a few critical questions you need to answer first. In this episode of Let's Talk Tiny, Cindy sits down with tiny home consultant and financing strategist Richard “RJ” Jaramillo to discuss the biggest mistakes buyers make, the steps they should take before purchasing, and how to crea...

Thinking about going tiny but overwhelmed by the thought of downsizing? In this episode of Let's Talk Tiny, Cindy sits down with tiny home resident Jackie Faughn to discuss the real challenge of moving from 2,800 square feet to just 399 square feet—and it's probably not what you think. Jackie shares her personal journey of letting go of decades of belongings, overcoming emotional attachm...

What would make someone walk away from a successful corporate career to build a tiny home community? In this episode of Let’s Talk Tiny, Cindy sits down with Dedria Kolb, founder of Ideal Ridge Ventures and developer of Poplar Creek Tiny Home Village in North Carolina. After leaving careers in corporate law and banking, Dedria took a leap into tiny home development — creating a fully leased commun...

How small is too small when it comes to tiny living? In this episode of Let’s Talk Tiny , Cindy from Tiny Home Tours sits down with Kristy Kaltenbach, a micro tiny homeowner living in just 128 square feet. After facing serious health challenges and the possibility of homelessness, Kristy made a life-changing decision: she downsized dramatically, relocated to Florida, and created a lifestyle center...

In this video, Cindy shares some realities of Tiny Home Living

In this episode, Cindy shares her insights on everything you need to know before you move into a tiny home.  To join our live Q&A's, stop by our YouTube channel every Wednesday at 1pm CST. https://www.youtube.com/@TinyHomeTours

In this episode, Cindy shares her insights regarding what you need to know before you take the leap to buy or build a tiny home.  To join our live Q&A's, stop by our YouTube channel every Wednesday at 1pm CST. https://www.youtube.com/@TinyHomeTours

Cindy share's her insights to tiny living and how it can be applicable at all stages of life.  To join our live Q&A's, stop by our YouTube channel every Wednesday at 1pm CST. https://www.youtube.com/@TinyHomeTours

In today's episode, Cindy shares the realities of the financial side of tiny home living. To join our live Q&A's, stop by our YouTube channel every Wednesday at 1pm CST. https://www.youtube.com/@TinyHomeTours

In this episode, Cindy shares the realties of living full time in a tiny home community. While it has it's pro's and con's, it was perfect for Cindy and her husband.  To join our live Q&A's, stop by our YouTube channel every Wednesday at 1pm CST. https://www.youtube.com/@TinyHomeTours

In this episode, Cindy shares her insights into how she downsized and moved into a tiny home.  Catch these live Q&A's on our YouTube channel every Wednesday at 1pm CST

In this week's episode we are revisiting a conversation that Chris had with solo female vanlifer Ellie back in 2020. Ellie is a strong independent person that loves travel! She worked and saved for 5 years to make her nomadic dream come true and she is taking advantage of every minute of it. Listen in as Chris and Ellie take a deep dive into what it is like to be a female traveler alone on th...

This episode of the Tiny Home Tours podcast features an in-depth conversation with Tia, a resident of a traditional tiny home community in Texas. Tia shares her journey into tiny living, detailing her motivations, lifestyle adjustments, and the benefits and challenges of residing in a tiny home. Tia delves into the specifics of her tiny home, including its design, the decision to live off the grid...

In this episode of the Tiny Home Tours podcast, join us for a captivating conversation with Robert Stark, a combat veteran whose journey led him to embrace off-grid, sustainable living in the wilds of Alaska. From his military service to profound realizations during his tours, Robert recounts his path to finding harmony and purpose in a life deeply intertwined with nature and simplicity. Discover...

In this episode, join Ally in a captivating conversation with Brenda from The Road Through My Eyes as they delve into the world of van life and financial empowerment. Brenda shares her inspiring journey of embracing minimalism and leveraging investing while living on the road to secure long-term financial stability. Tune in as they explore pivotal topics such as budgeting, the essentiality of emer...

In this episode of the Tiny Home Tours podcast, host Ayana chats with Andy, her husband, and the mind behind The Bus Life Kitchen! They delve into Andy's nomadic lifestyle and his journey from living out of a Prius as a wildland firefighter to embracing full-time nomadic chef in their tiny home on wheels. Andy shares insights on cooking in a tiny space, his approach to recipe development, and...

In this week's episode, join host Ayana as she chats with Amanda, a fellow nomad and the creative genius behind Tiny Home Tours' Instagram presence. Dive deep into Amanda's adventurous journey of bus life, exploring her insights on living in a tiny home on wheels and navigating social media on the go. Throughout the conversation, Amanda shares invaluable wisdom on leveraging social...

In this episode of the Tiny Home Tours Podcast, J and Eric Aldape share their transformative journey from working corporate jobs and living in a traditional house to adopting a nomadic lifestyle. They recount their initial leap into nomadism, which took them from 4Runner life to farm work, and finally, a stint with the Peace Corps in West Africa. The culmination of this transition inspired them to...

In this episode of the Tiny Home Tours podcast, hosts Ayana and Ally delve into the complex decision-making process of selecting the right rig for a lifestyle on the road. They share their personal experiences and considerations in choosing between buses, vans, RVs, and traditional tiny homes, specifically addressing the importance of design, budget, and practicality in making these decisions. The...

Join Ayana in this episode as she chats with Paul Aubert, a co-founder of Noovo Vans. Discover the fascinating confluence of entrepreneurship and travel that propelled Paul and his close friend Benoit to transform a school bus into the ultimate "hotel on wheels" and embark on a remarkable journey from San Diego to Buenos Aires, spanning 16 countries. Paul shares valuable insights and adv...