I decided the first RV I purchased would be a used one. Since I was buying used, I knew it would need to be thoroughly inspected before I bought it. Even a used RV is an expensive purchase and I …
How Often Do RVs Break Down?
I used to think RVs were easier to maintain than houses. It seemed to me that since they were smaller, they’d require less maintenance. After researching RVs, I found that the exact opposite is true. RVs break down more often …
Why are Tiny Houses Illegal in Some States?
Tiny houses can be the perfect solution for people looking to live a more reductive life. However, not every state has embraced the tiny living life. Which begs the question; Why are tiny houses illegal in some states? The reason …
What Does (Should) RV Insurance Cover?
Having a successful outing in your RV will come down to two things. These are spectacular planning and amazing RV insurance. Because your RV will be putting in a lot of miles, you want to make sure that you are …
Selling Your RV? 15 Things To Do First (To Increase the Value)
There are plenty of ways to update a motorhome before putting it on the market to help increase the sale value. Making small changes can greatly increase the value of your RV. If you’re getting ready to put your precious …
How Does Pulling a Camper Trailer Affect Gas Mileage?
I started my life as a driver with a 1985 Chrysler Le Baron. It got 21 miles per gallon in the city and 24 miles per gallon on the highway. By today’s standards, it would have been considered a gas hog. …
Can RVs and Boats Qualify as Primary Residences?
I’ve often contemplated moving into a houseboat or an RV. In fact, I’ve spent hours upon hours daydreaming about it, reading about it, and watching YouTube videos about it. One problem that always seemed to worry me was the legal issues …
Measuring Camper Length and Height: The Correct Way To Do It
Being able to measure your camper or RV the right way is important. None of the manufacturers does a good job explaining just how their camper measurements are calculated. So the best way to go about it is to measure …
Can You Be Inside An RV Camper While Driving?
When I grew up, people didn’t have to wear seatbelts, kids didn’t wear car seats and nobody questioned whether or not they were allowed to have people in the back of their RV or camper while driving. Of course, when …
How Level Does An RV Need To Be?
One of the questions I had after buying our first RV was about how to level them. I also wanted to know if they even had to be leveled. Obviously, a level RV would be more comfortable, but was it …
How Much Does RV Detailing Cost On Average
We can’t go RVing without getting them dirty. I love using my RV, but I hate cleaning it. This is a good reason to get it cleaned professionally each year. How much does RV detailing cost on average? The average …
How Does a Pop-Up Camper Work?
A pop-up camper can be daunting for first-time campers, especially when it comes to setting up. So, how does a pop-up camper work? Setting up your camper will depend on the type of pop-up RV you own. Most use special …
