Grant & Loan Interactive Tools
Loan Type Match Quiz
About Loan Type Match Quiz
Not sure which funding path is right for you? This quick quiz helps you identify the option that best matches your credit, income, and goals.
Answer a few simple questions about your financial situation and project needs.
Get a personalized recommendation pointing you toward the loan or grant type that’s most suitable.
Use the results as a starting point before researching specific lenders or programs.
💡 Best time to use this quiz:
When you’re early in the decision process and don’t know which direction to take.
If you want a guided shortcut instead of reading through every loan/grant option.
Before using the Funding Comparison Tool, so you know which type to focus on.
👉 This quiz is for guidance only — always confirm details with lenders or grant providers before applying.
Founding Comparison Tool
Funding Comparison Tool – How to Use
This tool helps you compare common funding options for your tiny home project side-by-side.
Choose a Loan Type from the dropdown menu (Construction, Personal, Housing Grant, or Land Loan).
The table updates automatically with key details, including:
Interest Rate
Maximum Loan Amount
Term Length
Eligibility Requirements
Use the results to spot differences in cost, flexibility, and requirements before speaking with lenders or applying for grants.
Best time to use this tool:
When you’re in the planning or budgeting stage, deciding which path to explore.
Before meeting with lenders or grant providers, so you already understand the basics.
When comparing multiple funding strategies (e.g., saving for land vs. applying for a grant).
This is a general guide. Always check current rates, terms, and eligibility directly with providers before making financial decisions.
Grants Finder by Location
How to use it:
How to use:
Enter your ZIP code or pick your state.
See a list of housing programs available where you live
What you can expect:
State-specific housing finance programs (such as down payment assistance, first-time buyer loans, or tax credit programs).
Verified details for states with large, active programs (currently WA, CA, TX, NY, FL).
Baseline information for all other states through their Housing Finance Agency (HFA), which nearly always offers some form of homeownership support.
A clear, simple overview — no clutter, no duplicate national programs, just state-level help you can explore further.
This tool is a starting point: it shows you what types of programs exist and where to look. Availability and eligibility vary, so always check your state HFA or local housing authority for the most current details.
Grants & Programs Finder – How to Use
Loan Readiness Check List
Loan Readiness Checklist
This tool helps you track whether you’re prepared to apply for a loan. Check off key items like land, credit, income, and documents, and watch your progress bar fill. Your selections auto-save in your browser, and you can export the list to PDF to share or keep for your records.
Tiny Loan Calculator
Tiny Loan Calculator
Estimate your monthly payments, total interest, and payoff date for any loan. Enter the loan amount, interest rate, and term, then adjust for extra payments to see how quickly you can pay it off. The calculator shows an amortization schedule, auto-saves your inputs, and lets you export results to PDF for your records.