How to Build a House for Under $30,000

How to Build a House for Under $30,000

Building an off-grid home is a challenge, especially when one is on a strict budget. Building a house for under $30k is difficult, but not impossible. It mostly depends on location, regulations, labor and materials. Building a house with that limited a budget will obviously result in a smaller home with less … Read more

Tips for Apartment Prepping

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Prepping is usually associated with country dwellers, but city prepping could even be more helpful. If you live in an apartment, you probably don’t have a large space, but there are many situations you can cater to, should an emergency ever occur. In urban dwelling, places are dominated by larger populations per … Read more

The Best Dogs to Have When Going Off the Grid

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Going off the grid is a rewarding way to live because you and your family can enjoy the experience of relying on each other and being self-sufficient. You will be able to raise your children the way you like while protecting them from the dangers and influences they can get from modern … Read more

Are You a Closet Prepper? Don’t Be. Let Me Explain Why.

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Are you a closet prepper?

If your answer is yes, then read on. I will explain in this article why you should never have to fear being embarrassed or judged by telling a co-worker, family member, or friend that you’re a prepper. Survivalism and the tools for the trade is some cool stuff. Don’t get caught with Prepper stigma!

You see, I used to be a closet prepper. I always kept my prepping to myself. I found that I hardly ever brought it up to family or friends, except for the one or two friends that I knew who were into the same types of preparing that I was. But lately, I’ve been opening up more to people that I know. Actually, it’s been kind of liberating and not as big of a deal as I made it out to be regarding telling others that I want to prepare for unforeseen times or situations.

People that I would have never told about my prepping before have actually become quite open and receptive in our conversations. In fact, some of the people I’ve been more open with about my prepping mindset have even started doing a little prepping themselves. That’s pretty great!

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Top Prefabricated and DIY Root and Food Cellars or Shelters

DIY and Prefabricated Cellars and Shelters

If you look hard enough you will find some ingenious structures designed to provide affordable, insulating, and cooling storage for your vegetables, fruits, cheeses, or bug out foods or supplies. There are quite a few great designs for these pre-fabricated cellars or shelters popping up each year. And since more people are opting for a more self-sustaining lifestyle, this market will undoubtedly grow even more.

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8 Amazing Tiny Homes You Can Buy or Build for Under $20,000

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Tiny home building has taken the nation by storm over the past few years. Many people are finding conventional 1500+ sq. ft. homes and 30-year mortgages just do not match up to their personal lifestyle. Others want to leave less of a footprint by opting for a smaller home or save more versus … Read more