Despite recent trend reports regarding home construction, the “tiny house movement” is growing. An increasing number of Americans buyers reject the bigger is better mentality in a post-recession housing market. Since the market is favoring higher income buyer currently anyway, small homes with minimal financing seem to be a viable option for many. Moving beyond the typical 2500 square-foot suburban dwellings is the wiser option for those who want or need to escape crippling mortgages. Though tiny homes bring with them their own issues, usually focused around code enforcement, the organizational and financial benefits seem negate the sacrifices or hassles homeowners may encounter.
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