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Tiny House: 49 m² and debt-free

19.05.2026 09:13 1 min 1 source
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Tiny House: 49 m² and debt-free
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Jessica Rust and her husband have been living in a 49 m² tiny house for 13 years. They bought it in 2013 for €33,000 and are now debt-free. Renovations and furniture were DIY or second-hand, keeping costs low. The main advantage is no mortgage and the ability to focus on what matters.

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Tiny House: 49 m² and debt-free

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