01/06/2026
The Truth About Starting a Homestead
There is a right way—and a wrong way—to start a homestead.
Let me clear something up first:
You do not need 10, 15, or 20 acres.
You do not need fancy barns or perfect fencing.
You can start your homestead with exactly what you have.
When you’re starting out, you use the materials on hand. You spend less money. You figure things out as you go. Homesteading isn’t about aesthetics—it’s about practicality and sustainability.
And no, you’re not going to get rich homesteading.
You can make money—but this isn’t a get-rich lifestyle. What it does give you is the ability to:
• Reduce grocery bills
• Replace store-bought items with things you produce
• Learn what you can do yourself instead of paying someone else
One thing no one told us about homesteading is this:
You will often spend more money on feed than you make.
We don’t raise meat animals here. Many of our homestead animals were surrendered to us, and they will live out their lives right here. Homesteading doesn’t have to mean livestock for profit—it can simply mean stewardship.
Another misconception is acreage.
You can homestead wherever you are.
People often confuse homesteading with farming.
• Farming is production-focused.
• Homesteading is about self-sufficiency.
It’s about living off your land, reducing chemicals in your food and body, and doing things in a more natural way.
I’ll also be offering a homesteading class soon for anyone who wants to learn how to start—without wasting money or feeling overwhelmed.
But whether you want to start:
• A rescue or sanctuary
• A homestead
• Or both
Here’s the truth:
If you have the heart, the love, and the passion—you can start.
And you can start with what you already have.
That’s what we did.