Homesteading can save you money in the long run, but it’s easy to burn through your budget if you make the wrong moves early on. The biggest expenses often come from overconfidence, poor planning, or plain impatience. Here’s what to avoid if you don’t want your “simple life” turning into an expensive one. Starting Too…
Once you start keeping livestock, your habits change fast. It’s not about being frugal—it’s that you realize how many things you don’t actually need anymore. Here’s what typically goes first. Store-Bought Eggs Those pale, watery eggs at the store don’t compare. Once your hens start laying, you’ll never want to go back. Bonus: You know…
Country living has its own set of challenges, sure. But there’s a long list of stressors that just disappear once you leave city limits. If you’ve been running on fumes, here’s what you’ll finally leave behind. Constant Traffic You won’t miss sitting in bumper-to-bumper traffic just to go five miles. In the country, a “busy…
There’s a kind of peace you don’t realize you’re missing until you step out of the noise. The country doesn’t just offer more space—it changes how your day feels, how you sleep, and how you breathe. If you’ve ever caught yourself fantasizing about ditching the traffic and the chaos, these are the things that’ll make…
Living on raw land sounds cheaper than a traditional home, but the truth is, it adds up fast if you’re not prepared. Between utilities, site prep, permits, and unexpected costs, you need a solid budget before anything gets delivered. Whether you’re planning to move a mobile home out there, build something small, or just get…
Living out in the country has its perks—quiet nights, more space, no traffic—but it’s not all cheaper bills and fresh air. If you’ve spent most of your life in town, you might be in for a few surprises. A lot of the everyday services you’re used to having covered just don’t exist out here. And…
Getting land is a big step—but if you stop there, you’re not going to enjoy it much. Before you build, before you plant, and before you bring in animals, there are a few upgrades you’ll be glad you handled early. These set the tone and save you time, money, and stress down the road. A…
When you first get land, it’s easy to make decisions that sound good but don’t pan out. I’ve learned the hard way that some things seem helpful—or even necessary—until you’ve actually lived with them. If I could go back, here’s what I’d leave off my property completely. Gravel Driveways Without a Base Layer I thought…
There’s something satisfying about leaving town and setting up on your own land—but there’s also a lot people don’t talk about. Everyone shows the sunset views and quiet nights. They don’t mention the surprises, struggles, or adjustments you’ll make once the new wears off. Here’s what most folks leave out. Nature Will Try to Move…
Bringing home animals seems like the next step once you’ve got land—but it’s not something you should rush. Animals don’t care how excited you are. They need structure, protection, and daily care, or you’ll end up frustrated and in over your head. Here are 10 signs you’re not quite ready to take that leap. You…