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A Practical Guide to Full-Time RV Living: Motorhome & RV Retirement Startup

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🚐 A Practical Guide to Full-Time RV Living Motorhome & RV Retirement Startup—Freedom, Comfort, and Adventure on Four Wheels Say Goodbye to the Routine—And Hello to the Open Road Retirement isn’t the end of the road—it’s the beginning of the best journey of your life. And if you’ve ever dreamed of exploring the country with your home riding right behind the driver’s seat, this is the book for you. "Trade your mortgage for miles of freedom." A Practical Guide to Full-Time RV Living is a heartfelt, hands-on roadmap to embracing the RV lifestyle. Whether you're newly retired, already on the road, or simply looking for an adventurous way to downsize and declutter, this guide shows you how to start, thrive, and truly live the RV life—without breaking the bank. "Retire the routine—ignite the adventure." šŸš From Suburbs to Scenic Views: Our Journey Six years ago, we were retired, restless, and watching the same four walls all day. A chat with neighbors who had just returned from an RV adventure changed everything. Within months, we swapped square footage for miles of freedom and never looked back. In this book, we share the real-life lessons, hard-won tips, and practical steps we learned from five years on the road so you can avoid rookie mistakes and enjoy the ride from day one. šŸ“˜ What You’ll Learn Inside This isn’t just a list of tips—it’s your total lifestyle transition plan. Here’s what’s waiting inside: 🧭 Is RV Life Right for You? • The pros and cons of full-time RV living • Realistic expectations for day-to- day life • Whether this lifestyle fits your goals, health, and budget šŸ’° RV Living Costs and Affordability • The actual costs of RV life • Tips for staying within budget • How to save money on gas, tires, maintenance, and more šŸ› ļø Choosing the Right RV • Compare different RV types and price ranges • Decide between new and used • Use our Used RV Buying Checklist to spot red flags • Make your rig feel like home, without blowing your budget šŸ“¦ The Transition Plan: Your 5-Step Start-Up Guide 1. Downsizing tips and decluttering hacks 2. Selling or renting out your home 3. Health insurance and emergency prep 4. Establishing state residency on the road 5. Internet, mail, and banking solutions 🚦 Driving, Parking & Staying Safe • Learning to drive your RV confidently • Understanding highways, signs, and best parking practices • How to handle severe weather and emergencies • Keeping your pets safe and happy on the road 🧽 Life Inside the RV: Living Comfortably • How everything works inside your RV (utilities, sewer, heat/cooling) • Tips for cooking, cleaning, and organizing in tight spaces • Seasonal living—how to stay warm in winter and cool in summer • How to make your RV feel cozy, functional, and truly livable And much more... āœ… Key Highlights • Honest, real-life stories from full-time RVers • Budgeting tips for retirees and fixed incomes • Complete transition checklist for new RVers • Maintenance, safety, and practical living guides • Resourceful ways to stay connected and comfortable on the road • Solutions for pets, mail, health care, and more "Freedom doesn’t come with four walls. It comes with four wheels." šŸ›’ Ready to Start Your RV Adventure? Freedom is parked in your driveway. All you need is a guide, a plan, and the courage to turn the key. Click BUY NOW and start your journey to full-time RV living today. Your next chapter is just a campground away! Read more

Publisher ā€ : ā€Ž Independently published


Publication date ā€ : ā€Ž March 26, 2019


Language ā€ : ā€Ž English


Print length ā€ : ā€Ž 343 pages


ISBN-10 ā€ : ā€Ž 1091724377


ISBN-13 ā€ : ā€Ž 72


Item Weight ā€ : ā€Ž 1.32 pounds


Dimensions ā€ : ā€Ž 7 x 0.78 x 10 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #693,587 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #399 in Road Travel Reference #473 in Parks & Campgrounds Travel Reference (Books) #775 in General Travel Reference


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My husband and I always joke that when we retire (if we ever will be able to—ha--or have the desire :), we are going to get an RV and hit the road going from storage auction to storage auction; can you tell which show we love? If we were to really do such a thing, A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO FULL-TIME RV LIVING: MOTORHOME AND RV RETIREMENT STARTUP by Jack Freeman and Shirley Freeman (full-time RV-ers) is the book, as far as I am concerned, my husband and I would need to read, study, take notes from and follow, and you need to read, study, take notes from and follow if you are considering this lifestyle. Every possible detail is covered, from how to manage all the steps getting you to that lifestyle to everything you could possibly need to know once you are there: costs; RV clubs; tips; animal care concerning the lifestyle if you have a pet or pets that will travel with you; how to work the highway system and what that system even means; maintenance of your RV and your lifestyle; doctors and how to work with them since you will be on the road; all the different levels and kinds of places to stay while living in your RV; and how to plan ahead; and even, as to where to eat out and how to park to do it or if it is even possible at a particular restaurant you have chosen for your particular RV. And those are just a few examples of the topics covered. To boot, there are lovely pictures showing the lifestyle and how comforting and homey it can be to cartoonish pictures that are still detailed, fun and inviting. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2019 by KM

  • A great overview of fulltime rv living
A great look at preparing and going fulltime in an RV. This book is a thorough as it could be with out being too long. The part that was a little thin was the financial. It's probably not possible to cover everything. Overall it's an enjoyable read, very informative.
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2024 by Phillip D Hill

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Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2019 by Lindsey Roennau

  • What an awesome book!
I had a friend that gave me a RV and I wasn’t sure just where to go. I needed to find out how much it would cost to live on the road full-time for a while to travel to different places while I write online. Preparing for this journey is something that I needed information on. A friend of mine told me about this book and I decided to buy it. I am really glad I did. This book is jammed packed of all kinds of great information. The part I enjoyed the most was finding out what campsites to avoid and how I would go about getting my mail. One of the things I never considered was how I was going to do my banking and taxes. This book covers everything you need to know to venture out into living in an RV full time. If this is something you are thinking of doing, you just have to get this book. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2019 by Christina D Anderson

  • Interesting read for people looking to live in a RV
In this day and age there is so much info on the internet that I believe I already had an understanding of most of this but it was interesting to see it in print.
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2019 by Kurt

  • Great book for starting out!
I just finished this book and highlighted most of it! I am not totally new to RVing but am planning to go full-time in the next 6 months or so. This book covered everything you need to know about getting started with RVing! I really learned a lot! Would also be helpful for those already on the road but fairly newbies. I highly recommend this book! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2022 by Barbara Wiborg

  • Very Informative Tips for Newbies!
As an independent artist, my friend and I have been pricing campers to hit the road and tour. I came across this book & found it extremely useful! There is a lot to consider while on the road. This book covers everything from how to maintain your vehicles condition, convient highway routes & rest stop, & even ways to make extra money while travelling! Would recommend for anyone thinking about investing in RV lifestyle! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2019 by dDuchess

  • Great practical resource
I really found this book helpful for the newbie to RVing, like us! Great useful, practical information and tips I will definitely go back and refer to again multiple times when we get out and start using our new RV next year. It'll be a keeper resource in my RV library, for certain!
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2020 by Janie R.

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