Is Truck Camper Living a BAD Decision FINANCIALLY?

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  • @mikegupguthrie-futurenomad7866
    @mikegupguthrie-futurenomad7866 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    You never put a price on…happiness, peace of mind and adventure! That’s why when I retire in 5 years…I’m hitting the road and not looking back!!!
    As always, stay safe out there…..

  • @stargazer1359
    @stargazer1359 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +17

    What more does a person need? Shelter from the cold...a way to prepare food, a comfortable bed, shower/WC...and transportation. You have it all.

    • @MX-CO
      @MX-CO 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Gas money 💰

    • @stargazer1359
      @stargazer1359 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @MX-CO haha, you're correct. 💸⛽

    • @sashanealand8315
      @sashanealand8315 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      friends, connections to a community, thats what missing

    • @TamaskanTH
      @TamaskanTH 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@sashanealand8315 there are plenty people living a "normal" life in a house or renting without any friends or Community. Thats also something, some people dont want or need because they are good alone.

  • @taichanie
    @taichanie 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +30

    This has nothing to do with truck camping. But just a bit of advice to young couples who might be interested in life on the road. Get your trucking license. Team drive. The pay is very good. Don’t keep a fixed address. Live on the road. Keep bills down. You will have a lot of money set aside after a few years. You will also know if you can live in a small place together.

    • @oneil4252
      @oneil4252 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Always love the views, I'm with you on not paying rent.

    • @oneil4252
      @oneil4252 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Excellent idea.

    • @SoloHiker1
      @SoloHiker1 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Being homeless is not a solution.

    • @marianfrances4959
      @marianfrances4959 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The cost of those rigs is astronomical!

    • @dwderp
      @dwderp 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      @@SoloHiker1 ​​⁠​⁠people have been using that tired criticism since the 1930s. Just because a person’s home is small and moveable doesn’t mean it isn’t a home.

  • @mazuj2
    @mazuj2 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Buyin ya a beer! Your production skills have greatly improved since the beginning and very noticable last couple months. Great work!!

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you 😊 I really appreciate that!! 🍻

  • @joemeyers3127
    @joemeyers3127 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    So nice to meet someone who knew what he wanted and got it. Safe travels.

  • @user-zo6xg8bx4l
    @user-zo6xg8bx4l 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    Great summary. Living the life you want!! It works as long as you're single, and STAY single!!

  • @gregjohns4003
    @gregjohns4003 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    I respect your choice on a life style you love. Enjoy buddy while your young.😊

    • @Mikeysixkiller
      @Mikeysixkiller 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Age has nothing to do with it

    • @TheAngryChimp
      @TheAngryChimp 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@Mikeysixkiller Age absolutely has something to do with it. How many 80+ year olds do you see in truck campers? Perhaps the comment should actually be about age AND health?!

  • @TheyCallMeDadd
    @TheyCallMeDadd 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You’ve been an inspiration in my truck camper journey man! I’m from Saskatchewan but recently relocated to Cranbrook BC because of the overall lifestyle. I just picked up a rig and camper this past week. I have so much to learn still. I picked up a full solar system from Renogy as well. Would be more than happy to meet up with you someday and go over our trucks together. Cheers Kev!

  • @JasonAnderson-e3o
    @JasonAnderson-e3o 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hey Kevin. I've been following you from the beginning...keep it up. I have friends who've quit really fun TH-cam channels because of the negative comments they received. Ignore them. Do what makes you happy. It's your art.
    I followed a similar but different path. I owned a home, sold it, and bought a sailboat with my half of the proceeds (long story). I lived on the sailboat beginning in 2007 with a dream of sailing around the world, and finally got my ducks in a row (saved up enough money) in 2016. My wife and I left Seattle and sailed as far as Costa Rica, but really enjoyed Latin America too much to make the leap to the South Pacific. In 2020, we ran out of money and Covid hit. We shipped the boat from La Paz , Mexico to Nanaimo with the last of our cash and brought it back to Seattle.
    During our trip, we met quite a few people who played the game way better than me (and had more lucrative careers), and never had to return to work. I learned what I could from them, and read a ton.
    Personally, I view rent, mortgage, or living in an RV/boat as just a cost of doing business. You need somewhere to live and it's going to cost you. I did a ton of research on the topic, and most of the "experts (with a massive grain of salt)" don't recommend buying a home as an investment if you're planning on living in the same place for 10 years or less. Maintenance, insurance, mortgage interest, utilities, etc, etc add up. Also, you're betting that the housing market will increase beyond other investment opportunities, which may happen in the long run, but is a gamble in the short.
    If I were to park myself in one place for 30 years and never take a break from the work force, it makes a ton of sense (again, all of this is from my perspective) to buy yourself a white-picket fenced home and settle in for the long haul. However, I panic at this thought and can't (didn't) do that.
    My belief is that living a mobile lifestyle can be cheaper and, all else being equal, it makes more financial sense. When we returned from sailing, I settled back into the work force and lived on my sailboat at a local Seattle marina. I had high boat maintenance costs, but my marina bill was about $800 USD, which is way better than a $3000 rent/mortgage payment. I took the difference over four years, and invested in the stock market.
    Some of my friends/family who have been living in houses are further ahead, but most of their money isn't available to them because it's wrapped up in a house which they would need to sell and still find somewhere else to live. Yes, taking off to travel will drain your accounts if you're not working, but if you can work remotely or just live simply in a van/boat for a bit, you may be ahead if you play your cards right.
    Our sailing days ended when we left Mexico if I'm being honest and we've been looking for our next move, which was always going to be land-based. We'd shopped RV shows, and unexpectedly fell into the truck camper world.
    You were my second introduction to Northern Lites, and I'm very pleased to say that we're leaving at the end of the year to full-time in our 2018 NL 10-2/2017 F350 DRW. Also a skier and am looking forward to spending some time re-aquainting myself with sliding, but also getting back to Mexico on this thing. I'm semi-retired, and my wife is full time. We're both working remotely.
    Please take everything we say with a grain of salt, because (as you correctly say) every situation is different. Take care and keep up the good work!

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      This was so great to read!!! Thank you for sharing!! I wish you both the best traveling in your new rig!!! Mexico is on my list someday as well!

  • @wh8085
    @wh8085 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This was a very good , level headed , prospective ! I have found that the cheapest , easiest way to see the sights you see by RVing is to just watch the RV channels like this one and a few others I watch. It's how I travel . Been trying to put a rig together for about 5 years . I messed up . I wanted a truck with an 8' bed and bought a Beautiful 2004 F250 4x4. It's a LEMON ! Don't ever buy a ford with a .6.0 diesel guys ! Every thing on it costs oodles to fix and it all breaks down often , or atleast , that has been my experience !

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Sorry to hear about your truck, unfortunately that 6.0 isn’t known for reliability and the 6.4 is even worse. 6.7 is a great diesel but then your dealing with emissions issues a lot of times. Gas trucks aren’t as fun but when you need to fix something on them it’s ALOT cheaper lol

  • @vinman403
    @vinman403 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great vid, been following for a while now. You can see the honestly and emotion come through at the 15:30 mark. Love to see the real side of your adventures. If you are ever in Calgary and need a hand, look me up.

  • @mammabearjo5483
    @mammabearjo5483 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Living in a camper is your choice that you enjoy!
    People need to realize that living vanlife is freedom!
    I love this lifestyle and envious of living the vanlife because the beautiful places you park!
    Keep enjoying your lifestyle, Kevin.

  • @corradettimotorsports360
    @corradettimotorsports360 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    Great insight, I was going to buy a camper and live on the road, but plans have changed, I am in the process of buying land in southern Alberta, in a old ghost town, I plan on running my business locally, but will also allow me to explore the mountains and own property and a house for under 200K and have land near the mountains! I will be moving to my place next summer in Whiskey Gap, Alberta! simple living with quality over quantity

  • @templarknight1981
    @templarknight1981 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Best quote ever Kevin" can't put a price on your heart" we really enjoy watching you evolve and it's like watching one of our kids navigate the world and find their path . Your parents must be proud they raised a boy with the strength to follow his heart . Keep it real the content is great. If you need ideas give us a video on what to do if you have an equipment failure in the cold such as furnace crapping out or spare parts in case you are back woods and your starter just decides to screw the pooch or getting stuck any fail safes or suggestions . NOT to JINX ya LOL

  • @Ober447
    @Ober447 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    My wife and I just turned 60 and have a rig worth 150k+. It started out with a completely different truck and camper which is the great thing about the truck camper life. As one component wears out or needs upgrading you can work towards your dream rig bit by bit. Its been an expensive passion over the years, we have junked at least one TC and one truck. Having said that, we wouldn't of done anything differently, the whole thing has been a blast.

  • @azdesertrat9104
    @azdesertrat9104 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Kevin, you obviously have garnered great insight from your experiences. I'm sure that your parents also had good chats with you about money. It's refreshing to see and hear a young man make good choices based on reality. You knew what you wanted, planned, saved, did the research and are now in a place where you are living out your dreams. The reality is that many young people do NOT know their credit scores or how it impacts their lives financially. It's obvious you do. Congrats and thanks for sharing! 👍

  • @susanhill9166
    @susanhill9166 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    And the views are awesome 👍.
    Hi Kevin,
    I also think that for you it was the best thing to do with your life being stuck in a rut when you used to live in your house is not good for you.
    Great advice as always.
    ❤ Take care X X X

  • @monicarelic1
    @monicarelic1 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks!

  • @THETCLIFE969
    @THETCLIFE969 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I agree with pretty much everything you said. We are nearly fulltiming in our truck camper. We camp host at Washington state parks and we love it. We host 9 to 10 months a year and those off times are not consecutive. They are split up. Love it, and yes...we do save money versus our other type of trips with the camper.

  • @WanderingNature
    @WanderingNature 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The quality of life is the answer, whatever a person feels is the right choice for them. I find living and traveling on the road just feels right.❤

  • @brendabinczewski7624
    @brendabinczewski7624 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I really enjoyed this video. The way you explained everything honestly and said “ it’s up to you” not everyone is the same what’s good for Kevin might not work for you. Thank you for doing a really good job talking to people. Take care

  • @nancyadamson6755
    @nancyadamson6755 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    I agree with most of what you say, My gas is about 200 to 300 dollars a month, probably the most expensive thing I have right now, propane is about 60 to 80 dollars a month,the dump station is probably 30 dollars a month . I will say maintenance is expensive and that's why I have a large amount of money in my savings. I don't use it every month my RV is pretty sturdy. The previous owners took real good care of it and I bought it for 25,000 ,low mileage they went camping a couple times a year. They took really good care of it, My RV has taken me halfway through the United States and back. I love My home on wheels.

  • @MattAK
    @MattAK 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    I bought a travel trailer this weekend! it won't do the temps like your NorthernLite will though, so I'll have to winter in warmer climates. Even with the trailer payment and more gas money it'll be a lot cheaper than my apartment is. Goal is still to buy a house, this'll hopefully get me well on that path.

  • @Thesaltymedic36
    @Thesaltymedic36 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I wish I had the balls at that age to step out but luckily for me I retire in 21 months and have my camper. Currently working out the kinks in it for us to travel in. Selling the house and leaving debt free. We have a public safety pension we will live on. It worked out for us later in life so we’re blessed. Everyone has to go their own road. ✌🏼

  • @eo8513
    @eo8513 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good shit bud. I just bought a ‘15 3500 and ‘18 NL camper. Thanks for the inspiration. Seriously. Been working forever saving/investing so it was the right time for me. Have a great snowboard season!

  • @TheAngryChimp
    @TheAngryChimp 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Yep, go with your heart and follow your dream. Not much worse than sitting at home with the "would have, could have, should have" reel playing in your head. As always, thanks for sharing and keep up the great vlogs!!!

  • @JBLegal09
    @JBLegal09 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Such a good video Kev - no amount of money can replace the experiences that you are having.

  • @melissalane-q7m
    @melissalane-q7m 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Great and interesting video with lots of info! Absolutely gorgeous campsite and scenic background for your talk! Love the natural beauty your videos always highlight!

  • @ddscurtis
    @ddscurtis 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Wonderful video. Have wondered if that lifestyle would work for me as an older person. Great insights, thank you

  • @marlamartucci6071
    @marlamartucci6071 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    This is a really great video! Everything you discussed validated the constant deliberating and contemplating i do about my living situation. I also despise the idea of renting. But beyond that, my real desire is to be free and roaming anyways. I have amazing family across the country who have been so loving and generous to host me for any period of time...and if course I financially assist them when I'm there...but I'm still trying to put together what I want to live in... and where I want to be. I like the idea of having a home base...something small, inexpensive, in the country or woods.....low maintenance that would be OK while I spend months away. But anyhow....your insights are spot on! Really appreciate your knowledge and experience!!😊🇺🇲🇨🇦

  • @kevc3583
    @kevc3583 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hey kev I sold my home an totally built out a truck camper I also bought land so I would have a home base for when I need a break and somewhere I can build my retirement home an have room for all my friends . Good video…Kev c

  • @mikes79
    @mikes79 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Lots of good insight Kevin. Safe travels!

  • @Linda-xb5ol
    @Linda-xb5ol 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thanks for sharing Kevin❤❤❤❤ thanks for sharing your experiences and your thoughts and opinions on the matter of living the life style you are doing today ❤❤❤❤ I enjoyed your views ❤❤❤❤

  • @user-zo6xg8bx4l
    @user-zo6xg8bx4l 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    BTW, look up the SOK 280Ah lithium battery that is currently on sale for $795 USD. That's a $100 less than I paid for mine. Wonderful battery. Have a GREAT Holiday Season!!

  • @charlesthompson1026
    @charlesthompson1026 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Doing what you love,is living!!!

  • @toddramsay977
    @toddramsay977 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I will probably spend 110k on my Host Yukon Camper with what I want on it. I can afford it after working and saving for 40+ yrs. It is what I want to do when I retire. I will truck camp until I am not physically able. Then I will sell it and move into a Sr. Assist home and hit on the ladies! You can’t take anything with you when you pass. Enjoy life to the fullest! Great video and drone shots!

  • @DoreenGregory-sj3df
    @DoreenGregory-sj3df 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good for you Kevin,you explained this well for someone thinking of this lifestyle.its everyone’s choice depending on many factors..just keep doing what you enjoy as long as you can,while you can……cheers….

  • @bettyjanssen589
    @bettyjanssen589 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    As you said, it's about what makes you happy and fulfilled. You will never regret the decision you made, living your life to the limits that only you impose, only your expectations, no one else's. Enjoy!!!!

  • @rvnut1133
    @rvnut1133 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I always ask myself if I am happy. As long as I am happy with what I am doing then I keep doing it. That’s it. I will stay with my truck camper until it no longer makes me happy and I don’t see that changing anytime soon.

  • @BrendaBlystone-ur6fy
    @BrendaBlystone-ur6fy 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hey there 👋 beautiful eyes 👀 Hi there Kevin it's always amazing to see you're amazing video I really enjoy watching You're truck camping 😎

  • @ParadoxdesignsOrg
    @ParadoxdesignsOrg 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    it's also hard to find apartments that are actually open during the winter when you're in mountain towns.

  • @SEA-U2
    @SEA-U2 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Always a Great Vid Kevin Knowledge is power😊

  • @Badgeweefixstuff
    @Badgeweefixstuff 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Awesome video you nailed it. It is a good alternative than owning a house. If you don’t pay rent or mortgage you got lot of money to play with a month. Awesome video 🛠️🇨🇦

  • @markusstewart3543
    @markusstewart3543 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love the videos man I really wanna do this I’ve always wanted to and I have the truck camper setup already just need to have the money to do it first and thanks for all the tips

    • @markusstewart3543
      @markusstewart3543 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Appreciate the heart man Campin right now in my truck and truck camper at a lake I can’t wait to get my new mattress in the over hand I also love watching other truck camper people always fun to watch

  • @TimFrederick
    @TimFrederick 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for doing this video.

  • @carolguezen5829
    @carolguezen5829 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You can’t see me but I am doing a lot of head nodding about the things you are saying…especially towards the end. Life is about living…your living! Too many people wait until it is too late or don’t even try because of fear or uncertainty. We all need to get out and live our adventure or dream!

  • @seanholycanoli
    @seanholycanoli 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Good video.👍

  • @lesleyramsden
    @lesleyramsden 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video, thanks for sharing your thoughts...has made me slow down and re-consider my options again. 🤔

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      It can be a big decision and definitely take your time with it!

  • @HBuck-l4e
    @HBuck-l4e 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Live your dreams....ya never know when life brings one a blow.....Is it a financially decision or live the life you love. Maybe a one mile hike at high elevation brings more joy. Go for it!

  • @TonnyJefferson-y9f
    @TonnyJefferson-y9f 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video.

  • @jodyglen4450
    @jodyglen4450 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Golden is so beautiful! ❤

  • @natevanderbeck8989
    @natevanderbeck8989 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Well said....

  • @homernextdoor5950
    @homernextdoor5950 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hey bud, been watching you since pretty much since day 1 from Trail BC. I'm 20 yrs older than u but it's like looking in a mirror watching your lifestyle because I was the same at 31. Too cool! I've been a Carpenter for 30 yrs and am curious what your trade is if you don't mind me asking.
    Stay safe out there! Jim

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  11 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I was an equipment operator, plow trucks, graders, loaders, skid steers and a lot more. Also worked for a west Fraser mill in the planer for 2 years in production

    • @homernextdoor5950
      @homernextdoor5950 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@KevinWaldsAdventures I figured either equipment operator or maybe Heavy duty mechanic seeing that your from Northern Alta. Stay safe my friend! 👍🛞

  • @stejengabla
    @stejengabla 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    sitting in my room im renting after walking away from round 1 with dealership to buy used 3/4 ton, and i swear i can hear creed "I'm 6 ft from the edge" when i clicked on this video

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      The perfect on is right around the corner, it’s always after the first one you walk away from!

  • @2005CessnaPilot
    @2005CessnaPilot 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    check the title typo....Love the videos Kevin.

  • @darlene9154
    @darlene9154 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    One day, you will want to be in a house. I just hope you have the money to get back into buying another house. It might be not be possible. That’s another thing to think about. Beautiful views.

  • @guymercier627
    @guymercier627 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Kevin great video. I am at a turning point, and this kind of lifestyle does interest me. As for a ball park estimate, how much would buying a truck camper and truck like yours would cost.

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Camper can range all over but for a fibreglass around this age the range is 10000-25000 deals can be found, I paid 12500 for mine but it’s not perfect. My truck was bought in the height of COVID and I paid 20000, he was asking 29000. If you want less head aches and cheaper maintenance I’d go with a gas truck. Usually find them a lot newer and less km for around the 20000 mark. 6.2 ford is what I would look for in a gas, I’m not a fan of the hemi. 6.0 chev is very reliable but does drink a lot more fuel than the others.

  • @Christopher-p7g
    @Christopher-p7g 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I just subscribed already lol......

  • @stevenkukene9970
    @stevenkukene9970 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    One rv channel I watch the guy chases 70 degrees year round. Heads south in the winter and north in the summer.

  • @jakes1292
    @jakes1292 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good vlog))

  • @Christopher-p7g
    @Christopher-p7g 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I watch your videos, the one concern is "fixed address" when you renew your drivers license? CRA mailing address? Passport if you wanted one? Provincial medical coverage if you move around in other provinces? I find that renting an apartment you have that location and there is not hassle? You also say you can get a job? My employers would frown on a no address etc. It appears to work for you, so we will follow this journey and learn along the way. I love truck campers!!!!!!!!!!!!🥰

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      UPS mail service is my address, works great and is on my drivers license. The employee thing used to worry me too but honestly this lifestyle is no secret in Canada and if they don’t want to hire me because I live different than them, then honestly I don’t think I would of liked working for them. I’m a very honest person and always find honesty is the best way to go when it comes to an employer asking about my address.

    • @Christopher-p7g
      @Christopher-p7g 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@KevinWaldsAdventures Thank you for the reply, I am glad to see that UPS can solve one of many concerns.
      I am concerned for your financial health as you age. I was 31 once and was all work and no play and still found I was falling behind? The world is ever changing so old ways may also be passe. I know I had to accumulate my provisions as there was no one going to save me. No winfall coming? I hope the You Tube channel can get you there!!!! My channel is just for socializing lol. I am a Canadian like you.

  • @mikeglasgow9618
    @mikeglasgow9618 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hey Kevin. I remember you said you were an operator. Are there operator unions in Canada ? My son is a Union MASTER PLUMBER, PIPEFITTER , AND PIPE WELDER. He only has a G.E.D. , yet he makes boatloads of money by TRAVELING. Sort of like a TRAVELING NURSE. Good thing about that is, you can drag up anytime you want. In the spring and summer, could you work a couple months then pocket a little and drag up?

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I don’t think there is anything like that for operator really, I could be wrong lol

  • @toddramsay977
    @toddramsay977 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Buy a house or 2 and rent it out or make a B&B, to pay for it and maybe make a little profit to help pay for the camper. That is what I plan to do, when I retire in 5.5 yrs. Except my house is paid for. All rent or B&B is profit.

  • @Mikeysixkiller
    @Mikeysixkiller 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    My tske is, don't drive around a lot. Fuel and upkeep are the greatest costs. Psy cash for the rig and camper. Have no debts. Invest what you would as a house dweller into the stock market or other investments. They out perform real-estate. Eat healthy. Movement. The fresh air every day and being closer to nature is healthier.

  • @tsteeves
    @tsteeves 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good video Kevin, not sure if you do this or into it at all but i suggest you learn to trade stock options, it can be another source of income

  • @MX-CO
    @MX-CO 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I have a yukon and a small camper but I still cannot afford to trave, gas money !!

  • @cowboy6591
    @cowboy6591 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Hell you can buy a used truck for 8 grand and a fixer upper camper for 3. One doesn't have to sign notes to do this. Borrowing totally defeats the purpose of truck camping.

  • @alariaesculenta8177
    @alariaesculenta8177 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    You could have kept your house and rented it out, meeting mortgage & taxes & maintenance with the rental income, and sold much later when value has gone up, or keep it as a safety net. Just saying. Some vanlifers do that. Just another option to add to your analysis of the reasons for this lifestyle

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Depends on market cause that crossed my mind a lot, I live in a oilfield town in northern Alberta, my place was redone and nice but rentals were a very high turn over rate and I didn’t want the head ache of prepping it every three months for a new tenant, or there’s a down turn and nothing in town is renting and I’m stuck paying the mortgage for 2 years with it being vacant. If it was in a desirable place then yes renting it or air bnb would have made waaaaaaay more sense! Good point!

    • @alariaesculenta8177
      @alariaesculenta8177 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@KevinWaldsAdventures at that rate you couldn't travel far, you'd have to be available for every new tenant, not viable in your situation. There's a YTber named something Potatohead, I think he kept his house in AB, but he's twice your age or more, I think his daughter lived in it for a while

  • @mattp7653
    @mattp7653 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Great advice buddy! #100ksubcountdown

  • @elizabethash4720
    @elizabethash4720 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You might meet your wife, raise a family while continuing the lifestyle, and home-schooling your children
    You seem to like sharing and teaching people about your lifestyle. Whatever is right for you, young man. Be well, be blessed❤

  • @DebDeBoop
    @DebDeBoop 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    They might want to wait till the end of Feb, beginning of March.

  • @styledoggie
    @styledoggie 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    do a video on how to buy a rig

  • @Dee-s6s
    @Dee-s6s 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Rollin'

  • @SEA-U2
    @SEA-U2 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Frankly My Opinion is If you Don't have A Good Job Don't buy a house if you don't Have a Good Job leasing a place isn't a good idea either Best to Learn a Trade that is in Demand
    Then move to a location that has that job in demand College is not always the best Answer if you pick a field that has low Job demands then you just wasted time and money Being tied down with out a plan is never a good thing😁Think before you leap That's My 2 cents 😊

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Learning a trade is super valuable, couldn’t agree more!

  • @catc8233
    @catc8233 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    If you don’t have a house or apartment and you do this full time, how do you get mail? How do you get government documents or even renew driver’s licence or official documents?

  • @Artur-sw8er
    @Artur-sw8er 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I hate lving in a house. It basically becomes your life. What's the best province to do a van conversion and get a physical address for mail and legal documentation.

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      If I was buying a van today and starting over from scratch I’d buy the van in bc (lower mainland less chance of rust) register and insure there, so also get your address in bc too. Then do the conversion in Alberta and save money on building supplies.

  • @ErnestMorin-b4h
    @ErnestMorin-b4h 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice, but this lifestyle is not for everyone, worries, where am I gonna camp tonight,, on and on. It’s a cost, sometimes more than just renting / own house,,,

  • @southhillfarm2795
    @southhillfarm2795 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    There is absolutely zero benefit to buy a house now and for at least the next five years. Housing will not appreciate and expect large devaluation in real estate. For the next five years it will be far better to rent. Camping in an RV? Sure it’s an alternative. At the end of the day you’re a free nomad and that’s not a bad thing.

  • @tysonklemm8522
    @tysonklemm8522 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Living free

  • @JoeyJackson-200T
    @JoeyJackson-200T 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    If you stayed in a house you would still have the maintenance on your vehicle and rv if you own one

  • @thim8009
    @thim8009 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I bet you can get your money out of that camper. The truck will depreciate, but it will if you own a house.

  • @shellystanchuk1648
    @shellystanchuk1648 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi there, was it $35,000 for the truck and the camper? That seems low. Is it realistic to think I could get a reliable truck and solid truck camper for that much? I'm in BC Canada..

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  11 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Truck cost me 20000 with 130000km on it. It’s an 05 and I did good on that. That being said I’ve seen 2015 f350 GAS with 90000km for 22000. You don’t need a diesel at all, it’s a nice to have but you’ll save on fuel and maintenance with a gas. Also my truck didn’t even come with cruise control it’s so base model lol but very simple and reliable
      The camper is a 01 ten 2000 and it has some minor issues aswell, I paid 12500 for it and he was asking 15. When I was looking I was seeing a lot more big foot 10-6s out there then northern lite ten-2000s both were ranging from 15-25000.

    • @KevinWaldsAdventures
      @KevinWaldsAdventures  11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Btw I’m from Alberta and so is the truck, the camper I traveled to Kimberly bc

    • @shellystanchuk1648
      @shellystanchuk1648 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@KevinWaldsAdventures Thanks Kevin, great info and very encouraging.. Thanks for the inspiring content :)

  • @markv3165
    @markv3165 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Here’s a simple equation. Are you happy if you give me the right decision good for you for your heart and your dreams.

  • @josephflowers3003
    @josephflowers3003 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Just can't buy a truck camper are camper van just to expensive prices have doubled

  • @styledoggie
    @styledoggie 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    you only spent 35000 dollars?

  • @mistycreekboats
    @mistycreekboats 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    🇨🇦🌲🌲🇨🇦

  • @marianfrances4959
    @marianfrances4959 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    👍😎🇨🇦✨️

  • @SpykersB
    @SpykersB 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    👍🏼🍻

  • @cdnjeepoverland
    @cdnjeepoverland 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Haha - Just living in Canada (period) is a bad financial decision (but it’s home).