What inspired Margo Fairchild to build the home?

She grew up watching her dad work with his hands.

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I built my tiny home from scratch for under $50,000. Doing it all myself was hard, but the money I'm saving is worth it.

First publishedAug 2, 13:10 UTC

Last updatedAug 2, 20:35 UTC · 12m ago

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Margo Fairchild built a 240-square-foot tiny home in Virginia on her own in 2020.

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Margo Fairchild built a tiny home in Virginia. She did it all by herself in 2020. It took 15 months and cost $43,779.

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This story is interesting because it shows one person's success in building a home on their own.

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How long did it take to build the home?: It took 15 months.
How much did the home cost?: The home cost $43,779.
What inspired Margo Fairchild to build the home?: She grew up watching her dad work with his hands.

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The outlets frame the story as a personal achievement and a testament to self-sufficiency.

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The success of building a home on one's own.
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Business InsiderAug 2, 13:10Features a personal story of success.