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God bless you for sharing your valuable experiences which save people unneeded grief. i lived in my van for a semester while I finished classes and moves out of state. And I realized the inconveniences were too great of change to Nomad lifestyle If I was on the road that much I would become a truck driver and good dough and home on wheels. Why not? And then all of those issues you mention would disappear. You have a well thought out lifestyle with a solid home base. Very intelligent move Be Safe..

Excellent video about the reality. I’ve never had problems with money until I got sick. I had a great insurance but I still had a medical debt of over $100k when everything was done. I was fortunate to go back to school and earn my masters while I recovered so my next job paid double my salary. It still took me an entire year to pay down that debt.

I think one of the most important things you said was try to make friend. Join travel groups. Attend meet ups. I do well alone but it's more fun to be with people. And yes. You have to have a budget and a savings. Money gets tight find a place to stay a little longer.

You are so right 👍 it's true stay safe and prayer for you.GOd bless you.😊

I have a friend heading in this direction. She is in denial right now. She's been living off her mom's social security for years and has pretty much burned her bridges by not working and asking everyone around her for money while she makes foolish purchases. When her mom dies, she'll be out in the streets because she's done nothing to prepare for that moment. Not saying that's what happened with these other people living in vans, but it's a hard lesson to prepare for the future even if you think you have people who will help you, because they may not or may not be in a position to help you.

What about Insurance like Endurance or Car Shield??? Anyone??

Excellent tips!

Your a Debbie downer who wants to listen to that.

That brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for reminding us we are all God's children.

One reason I never did buy a van and go on the road was because I was terrified of breaking down somewhere in the boonies with no cell signal. I just can't even imagine how scary that would be for me, in my 70s. I have no desire to travel full time, but I've never seen any of the country, so it would be nice to do a little traveling. I can't afford too much traveling. I may be forced to live in my tin little subcompact car soon, if they raised my rent too high. I'm afraid now, because I really have no savings and I haven't received my rent renewal for this year. If they don't renew my rent, I''ll be in big trouble I certainly don't want to be homeless living in my car in the summer.

Women, use fairy lights, men don't. Dead giveaway, a woman is in the vehicle.

Awww. That’s so sweet that it makes you remember your mom. 😆

My biggest problem with van life is camping in the Summer. I cannot handle the heat. I went to Pikes Peak in Co in July (high altitude) and it was beyond hot and mosquitos. I had Cookie then and we just packed up and went home. Cookie couldn't handle the heat either. My heart goes out to people who don't have a sticks and bricks in the Summer time. I don't mind the Winter. I love the cold, but I don't know what I'd do if I had to go full time and survive the Summer. It's also a big concern when traveling with animals. If you get sick, who will care for your animals. So many things to think about. Nomad life is great, but there are many things to consider. Excellent subject Carol. ❤❤❤

Spend a bit more and get a bigger shed..need a peice of land for many

Plan parking boondockin, plan budget, plan emergency fund, plan route and daily activites. Plan the heat, cooling, sanitation, and maintance of vehicle.

😂😂😂😂😂” We both love you”. That made me laugh. I remember when Jiffy corn bread was 25 cents a box. I love corn bread and have probably had it in every possible way. Can’t wait to see your new rig!

I agree ! I am in California. I’ve been here for about six weeks and I’m getting ready to head home because that’s a long enough. I was gonna stay two more months but I’m getting bored anyway I love your stuff. It’s very informative and thank you so much.💁🏼‍♀️🐬🐬🐬🤸‍♀️🤸‍♀️🤸‍♀️💜

Most of these are reasons why I'll never be a nomad. Hats off. Really excellent points. 👍

Great points my dear! I think maintenance problems have to be the scariest and most problematic, especially for a woman. 😮😮 Listening to you brought my "gratefulness meter" up a few notches. I wish I had the land for people (women in particular) had a place to stop in and just rest for a few days if nothing else. I'd love to meet you in person. I can tell you're a nice lady.

Lima beans, heat in pot. Serve over rice. Top with chopped onion, cheese, bacon bits. Really filling and

Chicken n waffles: 2 eggo or homemade waffles or chaffles, chicken nuggets or breaded chicken breast or cooked chicken any kind. Make a sandwich or serve on plate with syrup. I make waffles or chaffles in little dash cooker 1 day, then put in ziplock to use as "bread" all week.

Great video, honest and with no sensationalism. But most of these problems arise from either a person being dumb enough to not do research and prepare at all, or being an - excuse me - absolute idiot who doesn't know how basic budgeting works. Isolation? Prepare, test it out, check for yourself. Running out of money? Learn to count. Sorry if it sounds harsh, these are all valid points, but oh my God some people live in a fairy land and expect things to go smoothly for them... 🤦 Much love from Sydney Australia

These are all good rules, whether you are a nomad or live in a sticker bricks

Her van is so beautiful and clean and organized.

🎉Awesome video, thank you for being so honest and truthful about the real issues of nomad life.

Your channel is the best!!

Good video helping people to be safe is a blessing because some people always wait until the last minute. The last minute can be to late be safe at all times.

God Bless all adult children who are taking care of their older parents. This is wonderful ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

My parents alway lived with us! My father was 94 year olds. He passed away on May 30, 2024. My mom is 85 year olds. She will live with us until it is time for her to go to heaven. They took care of us and we will take care of them. I am 54 year olds and married to my husband for 35 years and still going strong. We are self employed for 28 years. We can take care of my parents. His parents are in heaven 10 years ago.

I have been doing vanlife about 5 years pretty much full-time, you need to work, have back up money and not just roam on your last dime or youll fall on your face.

I’m guessing you didn’t notice all the radical Trump supporters are in prison now

Every time I see a solo female post a van tour...I feel solo females will b a target... showing where ur bed is & where ur stuff is valuable (jackery ect) just let's the bad people know how to target u & what u have to take...this incidents may not be related...but solo women...need to think about being alone & how not to let all ur business out there...I pray for a speedy recovery for that woman...& that they catch the 1s responsible...women need to be more aware of what info they give out...thank u for ur video...many blessings to all...& stay safe

I also review my budget EVERY DAY! Doing this prevents you from feeling like the budget limits you...as long as you have budgeted to cover all your expenses plus unexpected expenses.

Thank you for sharing. I am 64, and doing my best to stay healthy. I know that when my husband, who is 8 years older and not in good health, passes away, this may be my best option for a good life. I am catching up on your videos. You are such a kind-hearted woman. Thank you for sharing these options for those like me.

I’m so sad to be stuck near my doctor. I’m in pain management and have to go in every 6 weeks. And that’s just for one of them! I always dreamed of a nomadic lifestyle. Now I’m in ok financial shape, but I’d be in trouble without my doctor. I can’t even relocate for fear my treatment won’t be available or covered. So, I’m living through you folks!

Carol you rock, it seems you have read my mind. I’m about to hit the road for the west coast, from the east coast soon. I’ve been spending at least one weekend a month some are for four to five days at a time at camp grounds. I’ve learn that spending time at camp grounds is safe but can be very expensive. I will not be making that mistake when I’m on the road to lesson my spending. Very good video 🙌🏾

Most people that embark on van life are just too domesticated to handle it, I’ve been on the road all my life and I prefer to be alone.

Thank you for this video. This is great advice! Budgeting is always a big thing. I am looking to retire, but it will be a few more years unless we make some major adjustments! That is what we are doing now! Now, if food would stop going up weekly!

If I added another one, with a "carport" between, I could be comfy!!

I think a tiny house would be the best if you can afford it. I could not do Van Life because of medical issues.

This video is the best explanation and something I learned firsthand on the road for 4 years full time before buying a home base. Every person thinking about this lifestyle should see this! ❤

Well said!!!!!! A lot of TH-camrs make that life look exciting and rules and laws are being implemented against this life. They then go buy land themselves and those that they have led or influenced are stuck out like chuck after they have left what they have to support others on their channel to buy what they want. Vicious cycle. I believe that the camping videos are glamping and not camping or survival. These are my thoughts and it was left as a comment and not a debate. Your wisdom needs to be heard more!!!!!!

I love traveling in my Van, I am very grateful I do not have to live in it. One of the things I enjoy about traveling in the Van is that I do not have the luxuries of home. So, when I get back, I appreciate the convenience of a hot shower etc. One of the things that would stop me from this lifestyle is the difficulty of finding a place to park. I am always willing to pay, but State Parks and such are booked months in advance. I think for me and me only, this lifestyle would just be too much for me to try and handle. In the meantime, however, I love camping and taking trips to State, County and National Parks and plan to do this for as long as I can.

Good idea about traveling as a group there is safety in numbers.

🤷🏿‍♂️ that's life in everything

Thank you for compiling this list of information. I had research van living about four years ago very intensely, and I found that upcoming laws were gonna change and make it very difficult. However, I applied those who have taken the leap to be more financially free and to travel around literally and shop the options to see how to live where to live, and in the meantime, meeting some good people all the best to all of you 💙

Thank u and God bless u ! So much needed info ! Plz do more I’m thinking about going on the road in a few months ! I esp liked ur video about quartzite violence ! Women need to be prepared for such things ! Love u sweet lady !

You are absolutely right. 🚗

Huh?? Look if Trump loses, oh well. If Trump wins Oh well. People still need to pay the bills. Go to work. The driving around in a van now? Please...

This makes more sence.. this lady has a home base