Living in an RV

[EndOfDatesParticipant 51]

Any RV guys out there? Looking for some tips/advice on my current ‘retirement’ plan.

I’ve been interested in getting a piece of land 2-5 acres to have a small homestead on. If feasible I’m thinking of living in an RV on this land, so I’m free to move around for work/vacation. I’d probably build an RV garage to help with upkeep. Some questions for RV guys:

1. How long can I expect to get out of a new RV? (with regular maintenance)
2. Is there a quality difference between trailer and fifth wheel models? (price/weight suggests so)
3. Any odd legal issues living in an RV on land with no residence? (varies by State ofc, but examples)
4. Any general thoughts or considerations on the topic.

[Anonymous 43]

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=living+in+rv+full+time+

[Two Time WinnerParticipant 1090]

You will need to pick the area carefully. Lots of places have zoning regulations that won’t allow living in an RV, even on your own land.
No RV is designed for full time living but some hold up better than others. Most if not all void the warranty if you tell them you are living in it. Look for quality, like an Airstream. Most fifth wheels are particle board and staples, won’t hold up for long with full time living.

That is my plan when I retire in a year. Buy an Airstream and travel, living in it full time.

TTW

I ain't got a wife to spend my money, I have to do that all by myself.

[John Woods 13Participant 2855]

Two options you might want to consider:
1) Buy a land that already has a main building on it, like a cottage or a run-down old small house.
2) Buy the land you want and purchase one of those kit houses, which they build and install for you for a few grand.

This way, you have an actual residence and an address, even if in fact you would be living in your RV. You declare that you live in the tyny house, but then you just use it for storage, or to fall back to in case the RV breaks down.

The cost differential is minimal and you save yourself the hassle.

The answer is NO. “I could but I won’t”. Memini murum!

[EndOfDatesParticipant 51]

Wow, those Airstreams are nice! Is that choice mostly about build quality then?

[EndOfDatesParticipant 51]

Two options you might want to consider:
1) Buy a land that already has a main building on it, like a cottage or a run-down old small house.
2) Buy the land you want and purchase one of those kit houses, which they build and install for you for a few grand.

The spot I’m looking at has an artesian well and a ‘unfinished’ shack. I’m not sure what the shack qualifies as, as I’ve not been to the property yet. The main reason I began thinking about RV living is where I live (Gulf Coast) everywhere is a flood zone, and building/insurance is insane.

Thanks for the input guys~

[PistolPeteParticipant 27143]

I live in Florida so I know what you mean—you might want to think about a large pontoon boat instead of an RV.

[Hombre LibreParticipant 261]

Hi Guys,

If you want a minimalist, frugal, mobile lifestyle, look at this site. You don’t have to be tied to land and taxes. AND, your expenses will be somewhere between $20 and $40 a day …

vanabode.com

In many areas in the USA you can live in your vehicle for free on BLM land, as long as you move the vehicle even just a short distance, every few days.

vanabode.com

By the way I turn 71 this month.

It only took me until about my mid 60s, to figure all this stuff out, and become free of politics, religion, female relationships, corporations, and other mammal-brain crap.

Harry Browne’s book: HOW I FOUND FREEDOM IN AN UNFREE WORLD, & MGTOW were very helpful, in this journey.

Best to y’all … HL

[EndOfDatesParticipant 51]

By the way I turn 71 this month.

It only took me until about my mid 60s, to figure all this stuff out, and become free of politics, religion, female relationships, corporations, and other mammal-brain crap.

Every new generation is getting the knowledge sooner than the last!

I’m excited to see so many people successfully live like this. I really want to integrate a few acres of my own land in order to have a homestead (some small animals, crops and fruit/nut trees).

[PuniShredderParticipant 2268]

I believe a 30′ sailboat is even more free than an RV:)

Be professional be polite but always have a plan to kill everyone you meet.

[Hombre LibreParticipant 261]

I agree Shreddage! I wish I had that skill/ aptitude!

HL

[GeordieMGTOWParticipant 50]

On and off I watch a few off-grid / homeless camp / frugal video stuff on youtube. I’m not even in the US but I think I have saw that Walmart and other big supermarkets might let you park overnight for free.

Check their current rules though.

A smaller van like a converted ford transit might be better for stealth camping, being noticed less. Not as spacey but pros and cons.

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