I like this about retiring: Twice the husband on 1/2 the income and in this case... in 1/10th the space. Even as half timers, can your marriage stand this much closeness?
My DW married for better or worse and for lunch as I've been self employed and around the house more than most. As Half timers it took us three tries (started too small) to finally find the right coach, a big one with four slides. OP, glad you are starting big.
We are at 10 years on this rig that we bought slightly used as 10 years ago that was the only way to get four slides. I see no reason why it will not go another 10-15 years which may do it for us. No way would I buy a new rig, especially since this is your first one. I like the floorplans you are looking at but there are plenty of slightly used rigs (various manufactures) with much the same for a lot less than half.
If you cannot bring yourself to buy used then this
dealer has two 2014's at reduced prices ($300K). I like my 42' as it's a little easier getting into USFS CG's, but not enough to say you should not go with a 45'.
Can you store it a your home in Fla (where in Fla are you)? Many areas do not allow it at your home except to load it up and go.
Good luck in whatever you decide.
