What I wanted: Short talk about how to make money off-grid. What I got: Hearty, inspirational speech about motivation and working for your dream. Thank you.
More people need to hear things like this. My lifestyle and life of acccumulating wealth is much like yours. I am in my mid 50s and haven't worked full time since my late 20s. I'm currently mentoring a couple young people in trimming expenses and being self reliant. It's a lot of fun watching them learn to get rich slowly.
The reason those guys made negative comments about your lifestyle was because they were envious of you. Your living the dream they wished they had, but weren't smart enough to achieve. You have done extremely well and i admire your achievements. You got a good head on your shoulders. As always, your videos are great and educational:)
Very generous of you to share all this information. You didn't have to and from all the other videos I watch, the secret is just simplifying and diversifying your activities so that you can fully enjoy life. Thank you Boss
Your doing everything right for you and inspiring others, it's nobody's business what you do for a living, there will always be haters, Best of Luck always and thanks for sharing your videos.
All of your long time subscribers know your story well. A dream and hard work and common sense will do a lot for you. The haters will hate. Keep the vids coming bossmam.
Jason Kerley Then you didn't actually listen to this video or you would have heard him say that he spent a few years in the Northwest which was another one of his goals he fulfilled
My wife and I started watching your channel after we made our minds up to get out of debt and live our lives. Your channel has made us both decide that there is no time to waste and we're doing everything possible to make the transition sooner. You've been an inspiration and I'm glad we found your channel. You sir, put out videos that I wait for with anticipation. Needless to say, your channel is my favorite and I always save your videos for the last of our day. Thank you so much for your insights and logic that you share. Looking forward to your next one.
I myself am an artist and just now starting to homestead , also starting from a low income. This video is inspiring to me as this life is a masterpiece in the making . It's beautiful and doesn't cost a thing!
I find that some people that comment on these channels seem to have a problem with people making and/or having money or success. I don't know if it is jealousy or what, but this is America, success is a good thing. But, with that being said, another persons financial situation is none of my business nor anyone else as well. I wish you nothing but success in your endeavors, Boss. Thanks for the video.
I find you very inspirational, and wanted to say thank you for taking your time to talk to us. My husband & I have been talking about homesteading for a few years now. It seemed a bit overwhelming, but your advice is very helpful. Please ignore those that talk trash about you, there are always going to be ignorant people out there that are jealous, they want things but dont want to do the work or make the scarifices it takes to get there.
Thanks for sharing your story. I think that there are many people out there that dream of the lifestyle that you have, but just don't take that step and make the necessary changes in their hectic life to make it happen. My wife and I are working towards something similar, and hope to get there within the next few years.
Wow JC, was this video two + years ago?? I well remember you giving this talk my friend. No silver spoon my friend... You Nashua...me Manchester! I am so pleased and proud that you chose this lifestyle back in the 1980s and stayed true to your dreams!
You are an inspiration to myself and many others. You make life look effortless somehow, even with your physical issues and the amount of energy you expend doing the simple life.
My take is it's no one else's business how or where your dreams were made to happen, Two things are apparent are you worked your tail off and you planned your steps and worked your plan. Great wisdom. Thank You for sharing as your common sense , yet for many is not so common, was meaningful for me. Thank You-Randall- MO.
Today, I thank God that he gave me the opportunity to find this and listen to you. It brings tears of joy in my eyes..... Im beginning to garden and I just learned the best lessons in life that you shared... Such an inspiration. Thank you
The key to happiness is not getting everything you want rather, it's being satisfied with all that you have. Of course, living debt-free helps immensely.
Thank you for sharing your life with me. Your testimony is such a blessing. My husband and I are trying to do the same as you ...but it looks as if you are doing even better! May The good Lord continue to bless you 😊
Well said boss people assume i came into a lot of money also.Like you i made wise decisions as i moved forward and now reap the benefit.You are wise not to put all your eggs in one basket.Do many different things that way life is more enjoyable.Great content and dont worry about the naysayers there just jealous of success that they cant seem to achieve.keep living my friend
Good for you you seem to be rather happy with your life. So are your birds.... You never have to explain to anyone how you make a living but it was nice to hear the different things you do.
My partner and I just discovered your channel and are soooooo grateful for your videos!! Thank you for everything you share, JC. We live in western NY and are hoping to purchase some land and be living in the woods within the year. We have been watching TH-cam videos for a while, trying to glean as much wisdom and knowledge on how to do this. Your channel covers ALL the bases. Thank you for being so awesome and keep up the good work!! You are such a blessing, my friend 😊
Thank you for this video! I love hearing your story. I was born and raised and currently live in southwest Florida but my Dad is from upstate New York and I have spent a considerable amount of time in the Adirondack Mountains hiking and exploring while visiting with family. I fell in love with the Adirondacks as a child because of the magic of its natural beauty, specifically being able to see the stars, the clean air and water, having camp fires and escaping the hustle and materialistic lifestyle experienced here in Florida on a daily basis. The land here in Florida is also extremely expensive, the taxes are high and the building codes very restrictive so even if I wanted to stay I'd never be able to afford anything reasonable without a large mortgage and substantial predictable income which is something I've wanted to avoid at all costs. Even renting in this area is unreachable as my friends pay upwards of $1300 a month for two bedroom apartments. My uncle just recently offered to sell me 10 acres in upstate NY inside the Adirondack park for a reasonable amount of money which I have in savings! So I believe I may finally have a start to my dream of someday living a lifestyle similar to yours.
how cool!!! yes, totally go for it! We actually lived in FL for many years and owned our house in Ft. Lauderdale. We experienced the same thing, $2300+/yr in taxes for our .25acre plot & house, VERY limited in what we could build or create there due to city code, restrictions, and permits. We also just didn't love the vibes, we didn't have many people who were genuinely interested in getting back to the land near by us, so we felt very alone in our dreams. Recently, we sold our house in FL and bought some acreage in W.North Carolina and are finally living our dreams of homesteading and could not be happier! We have fresh spring water from our land gravity fed into our little cabin, our power bill is $35/mo, taxes are like $400/yr, we have fires every night with wood we harvested & split on our land, and never hear a single sound from the city or neighbors, although we have a resupply town just 15 min away and 3 major cities within 2 hours each direction. Your dream of getting away from the hustle and bustle of S.FL is totally worth going after. You can do it, and we completely believe in you! :) Kate & Rafi Masca www.HomesteadForEveryone.com
You were definitely in the wrong part of Florida! Come inland and go north a bit to reach Polk County, which is pretty much smack in the center of the state. Almost everything here is dirt cheap, including the dirt itself. You just have to know when to buy. If you try to buy when the snowbirds are all deciding that they'd rather just stay, you'll get taken. Once that season ends? It's a gold mine of opportunities. The only catch is that you still need to stay out of the cities to avoid hassles, but that's easy enough in this area. Building codes are quite reasonable in unincorporated Polk, assuming you're not trying to live in a shed with no plumbing or something far out like that. As a bonus, tropical storms and hurricanes become a lot weaker by the time they get here. The coasts, as you know, get totally blasted with every storm, even the ones that are nothing but a lot of rain by the time they get inland.
Mark C. Reading your stories inspired me, I've lived in the big city my whole life, I rent and have zero assets or even money in my bank. But this is why we have internet and TH-cam right. To learn and educate ourselves on what's out there and what's possible. Keep living the dream. Funny enough, mine includes spring water.
I find it amazing that people can't say good for you, you earned with all that hard work put in. sad for them. My thing is do what is right and go forward. Thanks Boss for the great inspiration.
Makes sense, setting goals to live the life you want and then working toward that would bring satisfaction as you progress. As mentioned below, a constant need for instant gratification would really make it hard to accomplish that long term goal. You sound like you manage delayed satisfaction well. Thanks for all you do. I really enjoy your channel!
it should be obvious even to a blind man you have worked hard for everything you got and its none of their buesiness how you earn a living i cannot get over some peoples nerve keep on keeping on dude best to you and yours
People just do not understand that us older people have already worked for more then 60 years at least for me. in that amount of time you can do a lot as long as you do not spend what you make all those years
@old time........its as simple as that. I'm in my mid 70's and have always lived very conservatively and frugal and owned several small businesses. Haven't had a "job" in almost 40 yrs. Happy as a Lark and financially independent.
It's very good to hear a success story. The simple truth is that 60 years ago you lived in a totally different world and if you think telling a 20 year old to do what you did in 1950 is going to help them along the way you're dreaming.
I feel you. I'm in the process of learning, diversifying my income, and working toward my dream now, so I can do much the same thing you've done. There are always going to be critics. Don't let them get you down. Thanks for sharing!
Amen Boss, Living below your means is a lost art these days. It is an instant gratification place we live in now. Common sense is out of date but much needed these days.
Thank you for this honest video. We are Jim and Rhenda and we are not young and starting our. We are a little older and starting out. We are happy to take it slow and build it. we have learned that we must have multiple streams and live frugally. We love this life style.
Thank you for sharing. This is my dream too. To live like that some day, on my own land, with no payments for anything. You are so right. It's not how much you make, it's how much you keep.
Great video for sure!! We decided to become debt free 5 years ago. Everything changed for us with debt freedom. We then worked and saved for 4 years and now live a life like no one else so we can give like no one else!
It's no one's business where your money comes from. You make video's of your daily life and how you do things. Most people are just jealous and too lazy to make an effort to do the same. I like watching you and your companion dog going to the homestead and chilling out. It's no one's business where your money comes from.
I didn't make the video to explain anything to anyone, but rather to show the folks that are interested in this lifestyle that there's more than one way to earn a living. An independent lifestyle is hard to have when you rely on only one source of income. Cheers :-)
thebossoftheswamp Thank you so much for this video. It is one of the most practical and down to earth video I have ever seen about achieving goals and obtaining financial freedom . Wash, rinse and repeat.
Don't let people's mean comments get you down. You are an inspiration to everyone who dreams about an simpler lifestyle with no rat race. I love watching your videos because they give me hope that I won't have to spend my whole life behind a desk. Thank you for the wonderful backwoods logic !!
God bless you Boss, why can't people just enjoy the content that you provide, in the way that so many like mined folks like myself enjoy? No need to explain Boss, but thanks for addressing it to those that seem to think it's their business. Merry Christmas to you and Frankie.
I hate being a kill joy, but you talked about fur. I am one of those individuals who loves furs but it has to be faux fur. I have a catalog that I found that only sales faux coats , hats, boots, earmuffs. Everything that a woman who loves anything faux will enjoy. So I am in heaven every time I read it. Moving on, THANK YOU SO MUCH for your channel because I want my own homestead. I am beyond thrilled that I found it today. Your the second person that I will follow now who has a homestead.
I can appreciate what you're saying but it's good to be open minded. When I worked as a nuisance wildlife control officer and had to remove problem animals from farms and such, it was illegal to transport and relocate wildlife. It makes more sense to utilize the animal rather than toss it in a dumpster etc. The law required the animal were put down.
Hey Boss, That was a lot of great advice for young people and old. But I don't think you need to explain anything to anyone. People need to realize that they are responsible for the choices that they make. And for every choice you make there is a recource because of it. The world of instant gratitude is killing the american dream. The problem is we don't teach that any more. I'm getting ready to go back out to camp to hunt the last day of Pa deer. Supposed to be fresh snow on the ground, wish me luck. God Bless
BeaverRick, I could not have said it better than you just did! Best of luck on the hunt =) JC, as always, thanks for a great insight to a simple life that MOST people cannot even understand. You bring inner peace, and that is what most people scratch their heads over....that is just my opinion though....Looking forward to the "night before Christmas" video for this year! =) Take Care
So much of what you say reminds me of my father and what he taught us as children. Invest in yourself. He made sure that, as children, we always put so much of the money we had in the bank. It was saved for later when we wanted to do something special. Thank you for the reminders.
Wow!!! This video changed my perspective and the realization I’ve been giving my all to corporate America with nothing to show for it. I feel I’ve been living my life like a darn hamster in the wheel, running and running without ever reaching my goal. I’m now starting my own business and have jumped off the wheel. Thank you! Your words have changed my life.
Yeah I think you're great you're like a jack-of-all-trades like my dad was. I also have some land with an RV on it as the same ideas from you for repurposing everything inside of the RV to finish one of those Barn cabins with a loft. I think everyone in at least the United States should think about conserving all of our resources!
that answers a lot :-) me, Ive worked at the same place for 30 years.started at 21. you would hate it but I haven't. the wife of 30 years and I live on 5 acres and have things we enjoy. the thing I enjoy the most is her! Have a Jesus filled day Greg in Michigan. ps 5 more years till retirement.
you don't need to explain anything to anyone. or prove anything. i am grateful for all that you do for us, teaching us what you have to share if your life, truly grateful.
I've watched your channel off and on for years. I missed two years while I was experiencing the off grid life in a yurt on the southern shore of Lake Superior. I just want to tell you that I appreciate what you do. Thank you for sharing your experience with those of us starving for it and learning along the way towards our own off grid life. Your a good man and alot of us have learned from you and your videos. Also my interest in border Collies comes from you and Frankie. If you ever make it to the Upper Peninsula I'd love to shake your hand and buy ya a beer. Keep enjoying your life and ignore the haters. Your doing a good service and it's appreciated.
Hi Boss, agreed. The limit to ones success is their ambition. Live smart and pay once. First time viewer and of course I subbed. You didn't have to share your story but you did. Quite a few folks out there simply don't get it due to the "buy now, pay later" programming everyone receives this day and age. What some of us view as simple logic, others cannot grasp due to the instant gratification and competition constantly inundating our living rooms through the television and school system. Anyway, thanks for sharing!
Boss, I encourage others in the same thought process. If you have the time, I invite you and yours to join our chat 1600 hours PST on Thursday. Love the content!
J.C. You have a lot of friends and admirers out here, so let the bad roll off your back. There are a lot of folks who are miserable and can't stand a positive message you always try to deliver. I for one appreciate all you share and am a huge fan. To spend a day working beside you would be an honor. Keep doing what you do. Your inspiration reaches farther than you know!
Well if you're ever in the area, I'll gladly put you to work haha. No worries on the bad comments. I just delete them. I made this video for the good folks rather than a response to the naysayers. Cheers :-)
People usually think we inherited what we have. No such luck there. Knowing what you want, setting your goals and working super hard while you are young so you can pick and choose the type of work you want to do once you reach your goal. Good stuff. Worked for us.
A very encouraging and inspirational video. It's no ones business how you provide for yourself (so long as it's legal ;P ), but I appreciate you taking the time to give a life lesson for those who are willing to actually learn. :)
Slow and steady wins the race. Your videos are always very informative. Some ppl r just jealous of other ppls success instead of being happy for them. Very few ppl ever figure out what they really want. Congratulations. U stuck to your guns and look where u r today. That’s fabulous
Thank you so much for sharing your story! Not that it's anyones business or that you owe anyone an explanation.But I'm so glad that you did. Your story and the way that you have lived your dreams is more inspiration than most people can comprehend. Never stop conquering those dreams!!
I very much look forward to hearing part 2. I've subscribed and and checked the box so that I will get notifications of any new videos. I don't want to miss it :) Take Care!
Your methods aren't for everyone. I discussed your snowball plan with my wife. We were looking for expenditures we could do without. I suggested she could cut back on makeup purchases and she suggested I could cut back on beer purchases. She argued the makeup was to make herself look more attractive to me. I came back that was what the beer was for. Now I have a hotel payment to make. 😰
My ex wife took my first snowball ... but I found another that had her own snowball .. wasn't as big but we have been rolling in the right direction for a many years now lol
I have always had my own snowball as you boys are calling it lol !! Hard work and not wasting money on useless crap like most females. I always think why buy a $500 purse then only have air in the purse !!
So many people want the "easy" answer, it's a lifetime of finding a blend of what you enjoy that makes you a few bucks. Flower farming, fur, raising my own food and a small TH-cam check has gotten me real close living solely of my 3 acres.....one more year to go 😀 Thanks as all ways for your inspiration Jc!
I was told to read The Richest Man In Babylon, when I was 17. Following a few simple rules laid out in the book for managing my money has made all the difference. I buy a copy of the book for anyone in my family or a friends families that graduate high school or college. Choosing to be happy every day will make you the wealthiest man or woman in the world. Thanks for the videos, they make me happy.
Thanks for the video. I always wanted to have that security, but have recently realized that finding a few different income streams can actually be more secure, and more interesting. This video has also reassured me that I can make a living in the woods.
I cant tell you how much I really enjoyed this watching this video! Its so true that it really depends what sort of life you want. Too many people like the idea of homesteading but still want all the aspects of a materialistic existence. Great video subscribed!
You are so right about that. Many people like "the idea" of homesteading but the reality of it requires a whole different mindset. Thanks for subbing :-)
Thank you for sharing your experiences. I forward this video to my two grandsons. I want them to see that anything is possible as long as they have a clear dream And are willing to work in what ever it takes to make them Happy. Don’t pay attention to the haters. We have no one to blame but ourselves if we are not happy with what we have.
OMG lol who cares where you get money or how much you make people get so jealous when others have what they want . Hands down you have one of the best channels period great videos and thats what it is all about or should be , Surprises me people so petty or just plain nosey lol one would think they would just enjoy all the hard work you do to produce great videos for our enjoyment . On behalf all the normal people lol thanks and keep them coming .
I have had the pleasure of viewing some of your videos. Just by watching the way you live, your demeanor and your speech I believe you're living well within your means and you appear to be happy.
Once you have the vision, all you need is the perseverance and the self-discipline! I have accomplished a lot with very little money. I practically furnished my house with hand-me-down furniture and stuff that other folks just wanted to toss on the curb! I haven't had a regular job in 12 years and I'm doing just fine! It can be done, but some people don't realize that some sacrifices have to be made. Some folks would equate this with being lazy, but there isn't as much down time as people might think if you want a reasonable amount of freedom and independence. It's not for everyone, but I sure do enjoy it! Great video Boss!
A wise man does not keep the KNOWLEDGE to his self, He shares it to those that will listen. Thank you Boss for sharing that KNOWLEDGE. God Bless.
Eagle Heart Knowledge shared is Knowledge squared.
Thanks for that comment.....I needed that
One thing my mama taught me: "Use it up, wear it out, make do, or do without."
You don't have to prove yourself to anyone. Thank you for all the videos you put out to help others.
What I wanted: Short talk about how to make money off-grid.
What I got: Hearty, inspirational speech about motivation and working for your dream.
Thank you.
More people need to hear things like this. My lifestyle and life of acccumulating wealth is much like yours. I am in my mid 50s and haven't worked full time since my late 20s. I'm currently mentoring a couple young people in trimming expenses and being self reliant. It's a lot of fun watching them learn to get rich slowly.
Well done my friend :-)
I really appreciate your time to explain to your sceptics, but those of us who have watched know you're salt of the earth! Great channel
The reason those guys made negative comments about your lifestyle was because they were envious of you. Your living the dream they wished they had, but weren't smart enough to achieve. You have done extremely well and i admire your achievements. You got a good head on your shoulders. As always, your videos are great and educational:)
Thank you for your kind words starraider :-))
Great video! Very encouraging to fellow homesteaders. Diversify your income opportunities. Simplify your life. Thanks!
Thank you
Very generous of you to share all this information. You didn't have to and from all the other videos I watch, the secret is just simplifying and diversifying your activities so that you can fully enjoy life. Thank you Boss
I'm so tired of struggling with life trying to make a living. I really appreciate What you're doing. Great channel. Very informative!
My husband and I enjoy your videos and look forward to your next one. You’re a very positive person and we like the way you live your life
Your doing everything right for you and inspiring others, it's nobody's business what you do for a living, there will always be haters, Best of Luck always and thanks for sharing your videos.
All of your long time subscribers know your story well. A dream and hard work and common sense will do a lot for you. The haters will hate. Keep the vids coming bossmam.
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the moment I clicked play. only thing I learned in this video was he spent 13 years in the one spot
Jason Kerley Then you didn't actually listen to this video or you would have heard him say that he spent a few years in the Northwest which was another one of his goals he fulfilled
My wife and I started watching your channel after we made our minds up to get out of debt and live our lives. Your channel has made us both decide that there is no time to waste and we're doing everything possible to make the transition sooner. You've been an inspiration and I'm glad we found your channel. You sir, put out videos that I wait for with anticipation. Needless to say, your channel is my favorite and I always save your videos for the last of our day. Thank you so much for your insights and logic that you share. Looking forward to your next one.
Good on you. I'm 67 and moving to Alaska in May. Never stop moving...
Good luck with your journey :-)
I myself am an artist and just now starting to homestead , also starting from a low income. This video is inspiring to me as this life is a masterpiece in the making . It's beautiful and doesn't cost a thing!
Thank you and best of luck with your plans.
I find that some people that comment on these channels seem to have a problem with people making and/or having money or success. I don't know if it is jealousy or what, but this is America, success is a good thing. But, with that being said, another persons financial situation is none of my business nor anyone else as well. I wish you nothing but success in your endeavors, Boss.
Thanks for the video.
Thank you Sam :-)
I find you very inspirational, and wanted to say thank you for taking your time to talk to us. My husband & I have been talking about homesteading for a few years now. It seemed a bit overwhelming, but your advice is very helpful. Please ignore those that talk trash about you, there are always going to be ignorant people out there that are jealous, they want things but dont want to do the work or make the scarifices it takes to get there.
Glad you're enjoying my videos Michelle. Thanks for taking the time to say so.
Some people are uncouth , keep doing what your doing and ignore it
Thanks for sharing your story. I think that there are many people out there that dream of the lifestyle that you have, but just don't take that step and make the necessary changes in their hectic life to make it happen. My wife and I are working towards something similar, and hope to get there within the next few years.
Your comment is spot on. Most dream and do nothing. Best of luck to you with your plans.
Wow JC, was this video two + years ago?? I well remember you giving this talk my friend. No silver spoon my friend... You Nashua...me Manchester! I am so pleased and proud that you chose this lifestyle back in the 1980s and stayed true to your dreams!
Always love your "back woods logic". It's just so......logical!
Yes......and good old common sense.
BirdsAdventuresInWoodworking I would like to know how to get land to start homesteading.thx.for any info or help.
tell them boss another great video and Merry Christmas to you
Matt Clark agreed!
You are an inspiration to myself and many others. You make life look effortless somehow, even with your physical issues and the amount of energy you expend doing the simple life.
Thank you for saying so :-)
My take is it's no one else's business how or where your dreams were made to happen, Two things are apparent are you worked your tail off and you planned your steps and worked your plan. Great wisdom. Thank You for sharing as your common sense , yet for many is not so common, was meaningful for me. Thank You-Randall- MO.
Today, I thank God that he gave me the opportunity to find this and listen to you. It brings tears of joy in my eyes..... Im beginning to garden and I just learned the best lessons in life that you shared... Such an inspiration. Thank you
Thank you for sharing your thoughts :-)
The key to happiness is not getting everything you want rather, it's being satisfied with all that you have. Of course, living debt-free helps immensely.
Thank you for sharing your life with me. Your testimony is such a blessing. My husband and I are trying to do the same as you ...but it looks as if you are doing even better! May The good Lord continue to bless you 😊
Well said boss people assume i came into a lot of money also.Like you i made wise decisions as i moved forward and now reap the benefit.You are wise not to put all your eggs in one basket.Do many different things that way life is more enjoyable.Great content and dont worry about the naysayers there just jealous of success that they cant seem to achieve.keep living my friend
Good for you you seem to be rather happy with your life. So are your birds.... You never have to explain to anyone how you make a living but it was nice to hear the different things you do.
My partner and I just discovered your channel and are soooooo grateful for your videos!! Thank you for everything you share, JC. We live in western NY and are hoping to purchase some land and be living in the woods within the year. We have been watching TH-cam videos for a while, trying to glean as much wisdom and knowledge on how to do this. Your channel covers ALL the bases. Thank you for being so awesome and keep up the good work!! You are such a blessing, my friend 😊
Sounds like a good plan Kitty. Best of luck to you and yours :-)
Thank you for this video! I love hearing your story. I was born and raised and currently live in southwest Florida but my Dad is from upstate New York and I have spent a considerable amount of time in the Adirondack Mountains hiking and exploring while visiting with family. I fell in love with the Adirondacks as a child because of the magic of its natural beauty, specifically being able to see the stars, the clean air and water, having camp fires and escaping the hustle and materialistic lifestyle experienced here in Florida on a daily basis. The land here in Florida is also extremely expensive, the taxes are high and the building codes very restrictive so even if I wanted to stay I'd never be able to afford anything reasonable without a large mortgage and substantial predictable income which is something I've wanted to avoid at all costs. Even renting in this area is unreachable as my friends pay upwards of $1300 a month for two bedroom apartments. My uncle just recently offered to sell me 10 acres in upstate NY inside the Adirondack park for a reasonable amount of money which I have in savings! So I believe I may finally have a start to my dream of someday living a lifestyle similar to yours.
Best wishes Mark!
where I live in lake placid, fl there are some 5 acre properties inexpensive. near me listed now for 30,000 zoned ag with low taxes
how cool!!! yes, totally go for it! We actually lived in FL for many years and owned our house in Ft. Lauderdale. We experienced the same thing, $2300+/yr in taxes for our .25acre plot & house, VERY limited in what we could build or create there due to city code, restrictions, and permits. We also just didn't love the vibes, we didn't have many people who were genuinely interested in getting back to the land near by us, so we felt very alone in our dreams.
Recently, we sold our house in FL and bought some acreage in W.North Carolina and are finally living our dreams of homesteading and could not be happier! We have fresh spring water from our land gravity fed into our little cabin, our power bill is $35/mo, taxes are like $400/yr, we have fires every night with wood we harvested & split on our land, and never hear a single sound from the city or neighbors, although we have a resupply town just 15 min away and 3 major cities within 2 hours each direction.
Your dream of getting away from the hustle and bustle of S.FL is totally worth going after. You can do it, and we completely believe in you! :)
Kate & Rafi Masca
www.HomesteadForEveryone.com
You were definitely in the wrong part of Florida! Come inland and go north a bit to reach Polk County, which is pretty much smack in the center of the state. Almost everything here is dirt cheap, including the dirt itself. You just have to know when to buy. If you try to buy when the snowbirds are all deciding that they'd rather just stay, you'll get taken. Once that season ends? It's a gold mine of opportunities.
The only catch is that you still need to stay out of the cities to avoid hassles, but that's easy enough in this area. Building codes are quite reasonable in unincorporated Polk, assuming you're not trying to live in a shed with no plumbing or something far out like that. As a bonus, tropical storms and hurricanes become a lot weaker by the time they get here. The coasts, as you know, get totally blasted with every storm, even the ones that are nothing but a lot of rain by the time they get inland.
Mark C. Reading your stories inspired me, I've lived in the big city my whole life, I rent and have zero assets or even money in my bank. But this is why we have internet and TH-cam right. To learn and educate ourselves on what's out there and what's possible. Keep living the dream. Funny enough, mine includes spring water.
I find it amazing that people can't say good for you, you earned with all that hard work put in. sad for them. My thing is do what is right and go forward. Thanks Boss for the great inspiration.
Well said :-)
It's hard to lose your shirt if you keep your sleeves rolled up.
Never heard that one before. Love it :-)
I agree!
Damn good one. :-)
Makes sense, setting goals to live the life you want and then working toward that would bring satisfaction as you progress. As mentioned below, a constant need for instant gratification would really make it hard to accomplish that long term goal. You sound like you manage delayed satisfaction well. Thanks for all you do. I really enjoy your channel!
Instant gratification isn't always gratifying because it usually comes with a train of debt trailing behind :-o
Awesome success story! Congratulations to you for hanging in there and doing what you had to do in order to fulfill your dreams.
Thank you
it should be obvious even to a blind man you have worked hard for everything you got and its none of their buesiness how you earn a living i cannot get over some peoples nerve keep on keeping on dude best to you and yours
Amazing! I feel very identificated with your lifestyle.
Thanks for sharing!
People just do not understand that us older people have already worked for more then 60 years at least for me. in that amount of time you can do a lot as long as you do not spend what you make all those years
@old time........its as simple as that. I'm in my mid 70's and have always lived very conservatively and frugal and owned several small businesses. Haven't had a "job" in almost 40 yrs. Happy as a Lark and financially
independent.
It's very good to hear a success story. The simple truth is that 60 years ago you lived in a totally different world and if you think telling a 20 year old to do what you did in 1950 is going to help them along the way you're dreaming.
I feel you. I'm in the process of learning, diversifying my income, and working toward my dream now, so I can do much the same thing you've done. There are always going to be critics. Don't let them get you down. Thanks for sharing!
Best of luck with your new direction :-)
Thank you very much!
I wasn’t going to post anything until he said he was an artist. This guy really reminds me of Robert Frost.
pleasae shos some of your art !
hi boss,I also started with nothing.......and I have most of it left!
Amen Boss, Living below your means is a lost art these days. It is an instant gratification place we live in now. Common sense is out of date but much needed these days.
Congratulations..you have a head on your shoulders and new earlier in life how to conquer it and be debt free.
Working because you want to, not because you have to. Love it!
Thank you for this honest video. We are Jim and Rhenda and we are not young and starting our. We are a little older and starting out. We are happy to take it slow and build it. we have learned that we must have multiple streams and live frugally. We love this life style.
Thank you for sharing. This is my dream too. To live like that some day, on my own land, with no payments for anything. You are so right. It's not how much you make, it's how much you keep.
Best of luck with your plans my friend.
Thank you.
TAXES NEVER GO AWAY
Great video for sure!! We decided to become debt free 5 years ago. Everything changed for us with debt freedom. We then worked and saved for 4 years and now live a life like no one else so we can give like no one else!
Ruthardt 4 Adventure, sounds like you are “weird” too! I’m doing the same because I follow Dave Ramsey!
It's no one's business where your money comes from. You make video's of your daily life and how you do things. Most people are just jealous and too lazy to make an effort to do the same. I like watching you and your companion dog going to the homestead and chilling out. It's no one's business where your money comes from.
I didn't make the video to explain anything to anyone, but rather to show the folks that are interested in this lifestyle that there's more than one way to earn a living. An independent lifestyle is hard to have when you rely on only one source of income. Cheers :-)
I agree totally.
thebossoftheswamp Thank you so much for this video. It is one of the most practical and down to earth video I have ever seen about achieving goals and obtaining financial freedom . Wash, rinse and repeat.
Don't let people's mean comments get you down. You are an inspiration to everyone who dreams about an simpler lifestyle with no rat race. I love watching your videos because they give me hope that I won't have to spend my whole life behind a desk. Thank you for the wonderful backwoods logic !!
Glad you enjoy my vids and than you for saying so. Cheers :-)
I enjoyed this, coffee in my hand, same flannel on. You are a man that speaks my language.
God bless you Boss, why can't people just enjoy the content that you provide, in the way that so many like mined folks like myself enjoy? No need to explain Boss, but thanks for addressing it to those that seem to think it's their business. Merry Christmas to you and Frankie.
I believe it may be just plain old jealously ?
its called hard work and saving
excellent job done well said and spoken carry on be happy stay safe ehhh
I hate being a kill joy, but you talked about fur. I am one of those individuals who loves furs but it has to be faux fur. I have a catalog that I found that only sales faux coats , hats, boots, earmuffs. Everything that a woman who loves anything faux will enjoy. So I am in heaven every time I read it.
Moving on, THANK YOU SO MUCH for your channel because I want my own homestead. I am beyond thrilled that I found it today. Your the second person that I will follow now who has a homestead.
I can appreciate what you're saying but it's good to be open minded. When I worked as a nuisance wildlife control officer and had to remove problem animals from farms and such, it was illegal to transport and relocate wildlife. It makes more sense to utilize the animal rather than toss it in a dumpster etc. The law required the animal were put down.
Most people don’t understand that it isn’t what you make, it’s what you keep. Enjoyed the video.
Hey Boss, That was a lot of great advice for young people and old. But I don't think you need to explain anything to anyone. People need to realize that they are responsible for the choices that they make. And for every choice you make there is a recource because of it. The world of instant gratitude is killing the american dream. The problem is we don't teach that any more. I'm getting ready to go back out to camp to hunt the last day of Pa deer. Supposed to be fresh snow on the ground, wish me luck. God Bless
Good luck hunting buddy.
Thanks!!!! I'll let ya know.
BeaverRick, I could not have said it better than you just did! Best of luck on the hunt =) JC, as always, thanks for a great insight to a simple life that MOST people cannot even understand. You bring inner peace, and that is what most people scratch their heads over....that is just my opinion though....Looking forward to the "night before Christmas" video for this year! =) Take Care
Thanks, I can not agree with you more about the inner peace, most people will never get it.
We find both of you guys inspirational...and we get it :0)
Love from eastern canada
Love your videos. I wish someone had given me the same advice 30 years ago
Jenifer Acklin Same here!
Listen to the chick-a-dees and put another log on the fire. Merry Christmas.
So much of what you say reminds me of my father and what he taught us as children. Invest in yourself. He made sure that, as children, we always put so much of the money we had in the bank. It was saved for later when we wanted to do something special. Thank you for the reminders.
Wow!!! This video changed my perspective and the realization I’ve been giving my all to corporate America with nothing to show for it. I feel I’ve been living my life like a darn hamster in the wheel, running and running without ever reaching my goal. I’m now starting my own business and have jumped off the wheel. Thank you! Your words have changed my life.
Best of luck with your new direction.
Yeah I think you're great you're like a jack-of-all-trades like my dad was. I also have some land with an RV on it as the same ideas from you for repurposing everything inside of the RV to finish one of those Barn cabins with a loft. I think everyone in at least the United States should think about conserving all of our resources!
Thank you, so much, for this video. I found it very inspirational.
that answers a lot :-)
me, Ive worked at the same place for 30 years.started at 21. you would hate it but I haven't. the wife of 30 years and I live on 5 acres and have things we enjoy. the thing I enjoy the most is her!
Have a Jesus filled day
Greg in Michigan.
ps 5 more years till retirement.
Everyone should have the things they enjoy. Congrats :-)
you don't need to explain anything to anyone. or prove anything. i am grateful for all that you do for us, teaching us what you have to share if your life, truly grateful.
Thank you
I've watched your channel off and on for years. I missed two years while I was experiencing the off grid life in a yurt on the southern shore of Lake Superior. I just want to tell you that I appreciate what you do. Thank you for sharing your experience with those of us starving for it and learning along the way towards our own off grid life. Your a good man and alot of us have learned from you and your videos. Also my interest in border Collies comes from you and Frankie. If you ever make it to the Upper Peninsula I'd love to shake your hand and buy ya a beer. Keep enjoying your life and ignore the haters. Your doing a good service and it's appreciated.
Thank you Anthony. A cold beer in the U.P. would be good ;-)
My husband and I watched this and now have a better view of what we need to do. Thank you and Merry Christmas form NC!
Mrssoappeddler's Homestead
check out David Ramsey.
Thank you! We have :)
Thanks for sharing your life story. Quite inspiring.
Hi Boss, agreed. The limit to ones success is their ambition. Live smart and pay once. First time viewer and of course I subbed. You didn't have to share your story but you did. Quite a few folks out there simply don't get it due to the "buy now, pay later" programming everyone receives this day and age. What some of us view as simple logic, others cannot grasp due to the instant gratification and competition constantly inundating our living rooms through the television and school system. Anyway, thanks for sharing!
Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. Welcome to my channel and thanks for subbing :-)
Boss, I encourage others in the same thought process. If you have the time, I invite you and yours to join our chat 1600 hours PST on Thursday. Love the content!
J.C. You have a lot of friends and admirers out here, so let the bad roll off your back. There are a lot of folks who are miserable and can't stand a positive message you always try to deliver. I for one appreciate all you share and am a huge fan. To spend a day working beside you would be an honor. Keep doing what you do. Your inspiration reaches farther than you know!
Well if you're ever in the area, I'll gladly put you to work haha. No worries on the bad comments. I just delete them. I made this video for the good folks rather than a response to the naysayers. Cheers :-)
People usually think we inherited what we have. No such luck there. Knowing what you want, setting your goals and working super hard while you are young so you can pick and choose the type of work you want to do once you reach your goal. Good stuff. Worked for us.
Well done Paula. Life is indeed what we make of it :-)
A very encouraging and inspirational video. It's no ones business how you provide for yourself (so long as it's legal ;P ), but I appreciate you taking the time to give a life lesson for those who are willing to actually learn. :)
I would have responded sooner but I was busy in my meth lab haha
Money is always easier to manage when you enjoy the simple things in life that make you happy.
Well done, inspiring.... Thank-you for sharing
Slow and steady wins the race. Your videos are always very informative. Some ppl r just jealous of other ppls success instead of being happy for them. Very few ppl ever figure out what they really want. Congratulations. U stuck to your guns and look where u r today. That’s fabulous
Thank you so much for sharing your story! Not that it's anyones business or that you owe anyone an explanation.But I'm so glad that you did. Your story and the way that you have lived your dreams is more inspiration than most people can comprehend. Never stop conquering those dreams!!
Thank you for your kind words. I'm working on part 2 as there is lots to say on the subject. Cheers :-)
I very much look forward to hearing part 2. I've subscribed and and checked the box so that I will get notifications of any new videos. I don't want to miss it :) Take Care!
Your methods aren't for everyone. I discussed your snowball plan with my wife. We were looking for expenditures we could do without. I suggested she could cut back on makeup purchases and she suggested I could cut back on beer purchases. She argued the makeup was to make herself look more attractive to me. I came back that was what the beer was for. Now I have a hotel payment to make. 😰
HAHAHAHAHA. I needed that chuckle this morning.
OFF The topic , but that was a damn good one !!!! LOL ;o
I have heard that one before.
Hahahaha
Thats funny right there.
My ex wife took my first snowball ... but I found another that had her own snowball .. wasn't as big but we have been rolling in the right direction for a many years now lol
I had the same issue, you never give up. Lots of snowballs in the world.
I never met one with her own snowball :-/
I have always had my own snowball as you boys are calling it lol !! Hard work and not wasting money on useless crap like most females. I always think why buy a $500 purse then only have air in the purse !!
Lol try checking out the definition of snowball on urban dictionary.
You should've charged a dollar to watch your secret and added another slice to the pie. Cheers my Like Minded Friend.
So many people want the "easy" answer, it's a lifetime of finding a blend of what you enjoy that makes you a few bucks. Flower farming, fur, raising my own food and a small TH-cam check has gotten me real close living solely of my 3 acres.....one more year to go 😀 Thanks as all ways for your inspiration Jc!
Well said buddy. Best of luck to you with your endeavors.
I was told to read The Richest Man In Babylon, when I was 17. Following a few simple rules laid out in the book for managing my money has made all the difference. I buy a copy of the book for anyone in my family or a friends families that graduate high school or college. Choosing to be happy every day will make you the wealthiest man or woman in the world. Thanks for the videos, they make me happy.
Such a great life lesson, Thank your for sharing your story.
So, after 30 plus years, your an overnight success.
LOL, good one.
I understand you I have worked hard for everything and people hate on me
Hey Willy, bitter ain't you? One of life's failures I would guess! Lol
VB Willy hater
😆😂🤣😅😅🤣😂😆 That's a great one!
Gotta love TH-cam commenters -thx for the vid Boss it makes perfect sense
I love most of them haha
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Thanks for the video. I always wanted to have that security, but have recently realized that finding a few different income streams can actually be more secure, and more interesting. This video has also reassured me that I can make a living in the woods.
I cant tell you how much I really enjoyed this watching this video! Its so true that it really depends what sort of life you want. Too many people like the idea of homesteading but still want all the aspects of a materialistic existence. Great video subscribed!
You are so right about that. Many people like "the idea" of homesteading but the reality of it requires a whole different mindset. Thanks for subbing :-)
looking forward to more videos, great stuff
You told'em, now they can find someone else to wonder about🎈
LOL. Cheers :-D
Longer story please. I didn't finish my beverage. LOL
Kristene Schmitt lol ikr
Deny it if you want but I say Frankie gives you investment tips!
Invest in more Tennyballs :-/
So, Hot tip from Frankie is Simple Pleasures with Faithful Friends and Family. Smart Dog!
"Keep life interesting" and "do a little of this, a little of that". This is me - thank you for paving the way
Thank you for sharing your experiences. I forward this video to my two grandsons. I want them to see that anything is possible as long as they have a clear dream And are willing to work in what ever it takes to make them Happy. Don’t pay attention to the haters. We have no one to blame but ourselves if we are not happy with what we have.
OMG lol who cares where you get money or how much you make people get so jealous when others have what they want . Hands down you have one of the best channels period great videos and thats what it is all about or should be , Surprises me people so petty or just plain nosey lol one would think they would just enjoy all the hard work you do to produce great videos for our enjoyment . On behalf all the normal people lol thanks and keep them coming .
I'd better get a drink, I suspect this will be good one.
Brilliant video buddy, good logic for me!!!!
Your a blessed man Boss. I try to teach my kids every day to chase their dreams. Thanks for sharing and God bless ya brother.
I wish more parents would encourage their kids to do that. God Bless you brother.
I have had the pleasure of viewing some of your videos.
Just by watching the way you live, your demeanor and your speech I believe you're living well within your means and you appear to be happy.
Thank you for saying so :-)
Finance 101. Spend less than you earn. Most people won’t make the decision to improve their financial success.
like the mountian man you are a free man of this time and place . keep a eye on the sky line and the powder dry.PENNS WOODS
What a great video! Thanks for posting.
Thank you and Happy New Year to you :-)
I hear you. The whole key was in doing it myself.
Once you have the vision, all you need is the perseverance and the self-discipline! I have accomplished a lot with very little money. I practically furnished my house with hand-me-down furniture and stuff that other folks just wanted to toss on the curb! I haven't had a regular job in 12 years and I'm doing just fine! It can be done, but some people don't realize that some sacrifices have to be made. Some folks would equate this with being lazy, but there isn't as much down time as people might think if you want a reasonable amount of freedom and independence. It's not for everyone, but I sure do enjoy it! Great video Boss!
We share the same philosophies Todd. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I quit the work force in 2004 as well. Cheers :-)