A basic cabin kit can cost between $6,000 to $8,000, while a custom tiny house with custom features and build-ins can easily cost as much as $100,000 or more. That said, prepare to pare your ...

Buy One Ready-Made. Getting a modular structure that comes as a kit is the cheapest option for a backyard guest house—some products cost just under $6,000—but that price tag rarely reflects ...

The hidden costs of tiny houses. If you’re thinking about going Tiny and squeezing your life into a more affordable, simpler space, don’t be dazzled by a sub-$50,000 buy-in ...