As a result of our current economy and with so many people having a hard time making ends meet or being unemployed many are turning to living in an RV instead of a stationary home or apartment to survive. Used RV's of all sizes and styles can be purchased or leased for very reasonable amounts and with so many beautiful RV parks available around the country that include full hook ups (light, water, sewar and cable) for less than $ 40.00 per month many people are looking at this option to reduce monthly living expenses. Another important savings is not having to pay for the extremely high cost of county, city and school taxes.
I recently took a trip last year to pick up my son at school and drove from Texas to Missouri in a 28' Class C Motor home, it was an extremely enjoyable experience as the RV with accommodation's to to sleep our family of 6 which included a full kitchen, bath and AC. The unit was self contained and could run on propane gas, electricity with it's own generator or could hook up to an RV site for full power and water connections. We really enjoyed being able to drive all day and then in the evening being able to park at a Wal-Mart (many approve RV's staying in their parking lots) and turning on the power plant and AC and cooking dinner in the full kitchen and watching a good movie before going to bed.
My wife and I slept in the queen size bed and the kids slept on the small couches that convert to beds. The shower and bathroom were quite small and it took some time to get used to but we enjoyed traveling through several states where we were able to stay at different RV parks that had very nice campgrounds and bathroom facilities. When staying at the campgrounds we really enjoyed spending time outdoors, reading by the awnings or cooking meals on the outdoors grills. We also met some great folks from all walks of life many of whom lived in their RV's full time traveling across the country.
In our particular situation because my wife and I have 4 children it would not be possible to live in such a small RV full time but for a couple with 1-2 kids this could be very possible, especially during tough financial times or at least until their finances got better. The amount of money that can be saved living in an RV full time as compared to an apartment or fixed home is at least $ 2000.00 a month less and with so many types and styles of RV's available this might not be a bad option for someone in need.
On the other hand if your current situation does not merit you having to live in an RV I would highly recommend that you take a trip in one and travel across the country. My wife and I rented one for $ 650.00 for an entire week and visited other states with our children that we had never seen before and got to spend some quality time together. I look forward to taking another trip soon.
I recently took a trip last year to pick up my son at school and drove from Texas to Missouri in a 28' Class C Motor home, it was an extremely enjoyable experience as the RV with accommodation's to to sleep our family of 6 which included a full kitchen, bath and AC. The unit was self contained and could run on propane gas, electricity with it's own generator or could hook up to an RV site for full power and water connections. We really enjoyed being able to drive all day and then in the evening being able to park at a Wal-Mart (many approve RV's staying in their parking lots) and turning on the power plant and AC and cooking dinner in the full kitchen and watching a good movie before going to bed.
My wife and I slept in the queen size bed and the kids slept on the small couches that convert to beds. The shower and bathroom were quite small and it took some time to get used to but we enjoyed traveling through several states where we were able to stay at different RV parks that had very nice campgrounds and bathroom facilities. When staying at the campgrounds we really enjoyed spending time outdoors, reading by the awnings or cooking meals on the outdoors grills. We also met some great folks from all walks of life many of whom lived in their RV's full time traveling across the country.
In our particular situation because my wife and I have 4 children it would not be possible to live in such a small RV full time but for a couple with 1-2 kids this could be very possible, especially during tough financial times or at least until their finances got better. The amount of money that can be saved living in an RV full time as compared to an apartment or fixed home is at least $ 2000.00 a month less and with so many types and styles of RV's available this might not be a bad option for someone in need.
On the other hand if your current situation does not merit you having to live in an RV I would highly recommend that you take a trip in one and travel across the country. My wife and I rented one for $ 650.00 for an entire week and visited other states with our children that we had never seen before and got to spend some quality time together. I look forward to taking another trip soon.
Credit Card / Financial news blog post by Tito at 6:44 AM 