I am new to the concept of fulltime RV living but I like the idea. I am 61 and thinking about retirement. I thought I would need to work until age 70 to be able to retire. I reaalize now that that plan was because of our "stuff". If we have less stuff we need less space. At first I just thought mobile home but then I discovered RV's, motorhomes in particular. Surprisingly my wife Donna is in agreement with me. We have our excuses for not going fulltime right now but we are talking them through. Today we are making decisions that will help us move toward the goal of fulltiming. Our possessions need to be weeded out and our bank account needs to grow. We have two adult daughters, and one twelve year old son who will be 13 in three weeks. Right now I am thinking he will be 18 when I am 66 and can collect my Social Security. But I just don't want to wait that long. There are two RV shows in Boston next month. I will be RV dreaming there.
Lucky Mike said
03:23 AM Dec 7, 2012
Keep with that dream Allen.......I also have young ones....my boy is 16 and daughter 14..........Im 52 and Im out here , its not always perfect but it stays close.
at this time with a frugal budget and a little work camping here and there a bare bones budget of 1200 can be had monthly....(lots of mac and cheese w/ hotdogs).....LOL
There are some real good deals in New England in the off season.......
If this is something in your dreams it is very attainable.......Stick with us and everyone here will keep the answers coming!!!!
Welcome to the family!!!!
Trabuco said
03:24 AM Dec 7, 2012
Welcome Allen,
You have come to the right place for help with your decision. We have all been there done that with respect to a life change and downsizing stuff. Jump in with any questions you might have, someone here should be able to help with an answer!
Again welcome.
Terry and Jo said
03:47 AM Dec 7, 2012
Welcome, Allen.
You will find this to be an excellent source of information for just about any kind of RV. In addition, check out Howard and Linda's journals over the years and it will give you a lot of information as to issues and problems that they have had in the past. Howard is honest enough to even write about the mistakes they make.
Also, check out the "Site Map" button on the home page. That will take you to a lot more information about systems and even their financial information. That can give you an idea of the costs involved with this lifestyle.
Feel free to ask questions because the only "dumb questions" are those that aren't asked in order to get an answer.
I am new to the concept of fulltime RV living but I like the idea. I am 61 and thinking about retirement. I thought I would need to work until age 70 to be able to retire. I reaalize now that that plan was because of our "stuff". If we have less stuff we need less space. At first I just thought mobile home but then I discovered RV's, motorhomes in particular. Surprisingly my wife Donna is in agreement with me. We have our excuses for not going fulltime right now but we are talking them through. Today we are making decisions that will help us move toward the goal of fulltiming. Our possessions need to be weeded out and our bank account needs to grow. We have two adult daughters, and one twelve year old son who will be 13 in three weeks. Right now I am thinking he will be 18 when I am 66 and can collect my Social Security. But I just don't want to wait that long. There are two RV shows in Boston next month. I will be RV dreaming there.
at this time with a frugal budget and a little work camping here and there a bare bones budget of 1200 can be had monthly....(lots of mac and cheese w/ hotdogs).....LOL
There are some real good deals in New England in the off season.......
If this is something in your dreams it is very attainable.......Stick with us and everyone here will keep the answers coming!!!!
Welcome to the family!!!!
You have come to the right place for help with your decision. We have all been there done that with respect to a life change and downsizing stuff. Jump in with any questions you might have, someone here should be able to help with an answer!
Again welcome.
Welcome, Allen.
You will find this to be an excellent source of information for just about any kind of RV. In addition, check out Howard and Linda's journals over the years and it will give you a lot of information as to issues and problems that they have had in the past. Howard is honest enough to even write about the mistakes they make.
Also, check out the "Site Map" button on the home page. That will take you to a lot more information about systems and even their financial information. That can give you an idea of the costs involved with this lifestyle.
Feel free to ask questions because the only "dumb questions" are those that aren't asked in order to get an answer.
Glad you have joined the "family."
Terry