The most expensive mistakes usually happen before the build starts.
Before you spend money on land, plans, builders or a dwelling, work out the right pathway first.
Tiny homes and granny flats sound simple…
until land, budgets, council rules, and real-world costs show up.
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That’s where projects stall... and mistakes start getting expensive.Â
Not because people can’t build.
Because they don’t know what to do next.
Trusted guidance from Rebecca McLean, former Chair of the NZ Tiny House Association and tiny living advisor across 60+ projects.
How We Work Together
Every project is different.
Some people simply need clarity on whether their land is suitable.
Others need help turning research into a practical plan.
Others simply want someone in their corner while the project unfolds.
And some want me deeply involved throughout the journey.
That is why every project starts with a free Discovery Session.
Together, we'll work out the right next step for your situation.
Feasibility Report™
Will this actually work on my land?
A site-specific review of your land, likely pathway, risks and next steps.
Tiny Living Pathway™
What's the smartest way to move forward?
Twelve weeks of decision guidance to help you move from research into confident action.
Success Circle™
Can someone stay beside me while this unfolds?
Ongoing guidance as decisions, quotes, builders and council questions come up.
Tiny House Agent™
Can Rebecca become part of my project team?
High-touch consulting for complex projects needing closer involvement.
People don't usually get stuck because they aren't trying.
They get stuck because every answer creates another question.
Most people do not need more random information.
They need to know what applies to their land, their budget, their council and their next step.
Clear decisions move projects forward.
This is what actually determines whether your project works… or doesn’t.
Land & Legal
Know what your land allows
before you commit to anything.
Budget & Build
Plan for real costs
not just the house price.
Clear Next Steps
Stop circling.
Know exactly what to do next.
What happens when people get clear.
Why people ask Rebecca before they spend money?
Rebecca McLean has guided 60+ tiny living projects across New Zealand.
Former Chair of the NZ Tiny House Association.
Award-winning designer.
Workshop educator.
But more importantly?
She’s seen where people get stuck.
And helps them avoid the mistakes that cost time, money, and momentum.
