SMART! He converted his backyard into a hotel (makes $6k/mo)

Ansel has turned his backyard into a thriving business! How? He parked two Tiny Homes on his property, converted his garage into a luxury modern studio, and listed all three gorgeous spaces as short-term rentals. The business generates about $6k a month, which covers his mortgage, living expenses, and then some!

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PRODUCED & HOSTED BY:
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EDITOR:
Marcia Trader

TITLE MUSIC:
Kate Steinway - "Tiny Home"

OPENING MONTAGE DRONE SHOT: Jonathan Benabed

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0:00 On this week's episode...
1:11 Meet Ansel, a Tiny House Hacker
1:21 What is house hacking?
2:00 Using the tiny houses to generate additional income
2:49 How the tiny houses have changed Ansel's life
3:09 Garage turned living space
3:37 Evolution of the garage space
3:58 Garage tour: Bathroom
5:08 Garage tour: Kitchenette
5:52 Garage tour: Bed & living space
8:35 "Tiny Heauxtel" Tiny House
9:03 Tiny house tour 1: Bathroom
10:19 Tiny house tour 1: Kitchen
11:05 Tiny house tour 1: Living room
12:32 Tiny house tour 1: Loft bedroom
12:57 "Black Art Gallery" Tiny House
13:16 Tiny house tour 2: Living room
14:02 Tiny house tour 2: Storage
14:58 Tiny house tour 2: Kitchen
15:35 Tiny house tour 2: Bathroom
16:02 Tiny house tour 2: Bedroom
17:30 Defining a living space
18:45 Until next time!

#tinyhouse #tinyhousehotel #tinyhousetour

[Snyc]

I'm from Oakland, and it's nice to see a black man featured on this channel.

[elizabethcarrington]

He asked if he’s an artist? Absolutely you are! These places are gorgeous, colorful, warm and cozy. Well done!

[sincerelyshani]

He mentioned that his house isn’t designed like his Airbnbs. I hope when he saves enough money he can enjoy his creative genius like his guests. He so deserves it!

[jenniferadels]

I really love the intentional vibes he created for each space!! I was hysterical when he was showing off the record player/cassette tape/CD player... the 1900s!!! 😂😂 I was saying that these newer generations will never know the struggle of the pencil or pen in the holes to wind up the tape of it came out... so many things from our generation...VHS tapes, too!! He did an amazing job with his tiny airbnb's!! I love almost the live plants as well, bringing the outdoors in, and it gives that cozy home vibe!!

[hikingpainter]

You are definitely an artist. Not everybody paints canvases some people build beautiful things. Some people see the future and know how to get to it.

[lynnh]

Thank you for featuring his properties. I really enjoyed learning about him and his properties, it is very encouraging to see what others in an urban community are doing.

[angelajinrisvlog]

I adore this man. He built tiny houses for airbnb and it comes with great income. Great entrepreneurial skills.

[JoyFTJourney]

He said back in the 1900’s and I was immediately in my feelings! 😮😅 But YES, you are definitely an artist sir! Hats off to you for creating such creative and unique tiny spaces!

[Jess-Summerbaby]

This is one of my favorite tiny house videos I've seen! He has such a great personality and an amazing decor eye. It's also really inspiring how positive he is and how he is intuitive to creating "moments" for his guests.

[tanyarender]

This guy is so cool. And the spaces he designed are super cool too. Love this creativity.

[ThatPlacefkaNebraskaBugeater]

What we listened to in the 1900s--makes us sound so old, but made me laugh. I love how he decked out his tiny homes with intention & purpose--I'd say he's an artist.

[stevi]

A genuine soul…… health, happiness & peace

[tammyjantzen]

I so love that you no longer have to worry about groceries and health care! I was there once for awhile. It's the most wonderful feeling!
And yes... you are an artist! Awesome decor & design! You're so creative too! God bless!

[laurarobinson]

Wow, he is brilliant and practical. What a renaissance man. Love his thought process. And the decorating is so authentic and genuine from the heart. Just wow!!! God bless him!! What a light!

[jstu]

This man’s level of style, creativity, & entrepreneurship is truly inspirational.
That garage totally gave me a 90s music video vibe. When he started busting out the albums I was like, ok now 👌

[barbarakosloski]

Wow! Ansel has an entrepreneurial eye for design... and income. I would not be surprised if Ansel built a Tiny House community.

[CJ-xgii]

Ansel’s house hacks are creative, beautiful, and inviting. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE. Well done💚👌🏾

[triciac.]

Omg, I remember him! I live in the Bay Area, and if I remember correctly, I saw him on the news. He was talking about his tiny home, how he AirBnb’s it out and how this was his main income now. I’ve loved tiny homes for a while, and I remember telling my husband about “the guy on the news who AirBnB’s a tiny home out of his backyard, and pays his mortgage with the money he makes.” (That’s pretty freaking impressive, because we live in a very expensive area) l. I didn’t realize he has 2 tiny homes, and a converted garage! SO cool, and smart. Also, each one was so unique, and different.

Awesome video!

[AUNTFRED]

These are 3 very different yet beautiful spaces. Great job!!

[seagypsy_]

He’s done a fabulous job creating all this.
I’d spend some $$$ improving the grounds around the tiny homes… a few big plants, some fence decor, wall hangings or a small water or rock feature would make it even nicer.