Tiny house financing isn't always as straightforward as getting a traditional mortgage, and for many buyers, financing options can be limited. Financial expert Marsha Barnes brings both a personal-finance and credit-union perspectives to help you prepare before you ever approach a lender. She'll cover how to build a realistic tiny house budget, create a savings strategy when borrowing isn't the best or available option, strengthen your overall financial position, understand what lenders look for, and avoid common financial missteps. You'll also explore available financing pathways, including the limited lending options for tiny houses on wheels, and how to have a more informed conversation with potential lenders.

ABOUT | Marsha Barnes

Marsha Barnes is a financial expert with more than a decade of experience helping individuals and families build financial confidence and make informed financial decisions. She currently serves as Community Relations Officer at Advancial Federal Credit Union, where she develops financial education and community outreach programs, and is the founder of The Finance Bar, through which she has helped thousands strengthen their financial habits, manage debt, and build wealth. Her expertise has been featured in Forbes, Essence, The New York Times, NPR, Black Enterprise, and other national outlets.