RV LIFE Podcast

The RV Road Less Expensive: Making RV Life Work on a Budget


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Lets dive into the feasibility of affordable RV living, sharing personal experiences, expert advice, and practical tips for making life on the road financially manageable. This episode of the RV Life Podcast,  hosted by Patti Hunt, with expert guest Van Russell of The Adventure Detour. Together, they have a very lively  discussion of their RV journey and the challenges of budgeting without a solid plan, and the unforeseen expenses of campground fees and maintenance. Van, alongside her family, shares their nine-year full-time RV living experience, highlighting the shift from a stationary life to embracing the freedom and educational benefits of road schooling. They cover a range of topics including downsizing, the importance of choosing the right RV, budget management strategies, and making the most of membership programs like Thousand Trails for cost-effective camping options. The conversation also touches on various means of saving on expenses like fuel and maintenance while on the road, the importance of selecting a trustworthy RV dealership, and considerations for selling an RV.

Connect with Van Russel and family: Website The Adventure Detour
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Mentioned on the podcast Brett Davis President of NIRVC
Brett Talk: Has the RV Industry Hit Rock Bottom, Or Will it get Worse?

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