We converted a $12,000 shuttle bus into a tiny house on wheels. Here's what it's like living in it full time and how we did it.

• Michael Cassata and Sara Cokeley turned a shuttle bus into their long term home.
• Since purchasing their bus they have put roughly $16,000 into renovating it.
• Living on the road can be challenging, but it's something they recommend people try if they can.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Michael Cassata and Sara Cokeley who live and travel in their converted shuttle bus. It has been edited for length and clarity.

During the pandemic, I converted a van with my brother. I loved the van and knew I wanted to do it again, but this time with my fiancé Sara.