rlw999 wrote:time2roll wrote:
Compared to what? Some newbie re-writes this article every year just to get some followers.
I'd guess that it's compared to not buying an RV -- there are lots of ways to retire without driving around in an RV that can be expensive to own and operate and someone contemplating the lifestyle needs to look at both pros and cons.
To start a discussion, here are the main points from the 14 reasons you will regret an RV in retirement article:
- RVs Are Really Expensive So are S&B's
- You’ll Spend Even More Money Updating Your RV's Decor WHY, haven't done it in 14 years
- Your RV Will Depreciate in Value True, but it only matters IF I intend to sell it
- RVs Guzzle Fuel [COLOR=]Compared to a 747 no, compared to my Focus yes, it's all relavant, and to how often you move it
- You'll Need Extra Insurance for Your RV Not sure what he means, "Extra Insurance", but the insurance on the RV is nowhere near the cost of my home owners.
- Health Care Can Be a Hassle When Traveling in an RV Not really sure why it would be
- You'll Have to Deal With Your Own Waste From Your RV I deal with it in the S&B too, what's the difference, other than I have to hook up a hose from the RV.
- Quarters Are Close in Your RV Yes, some prefer it that way, they call it COZY. and then it all depends on the RV.
- RVs Aren’t Easy to Drive, By the term "Drive" I assume he's talking about a MH rather than a TT or 5'er, and that's really a matter of opinion, if it's a newbie who's never driven anything bigger than an SUV, perhaps, but once you're past the learning curve, it's no problem.
- Overnight Parking Can Be Problematic With an RV Again a matter of opinion, there are Many places to overnight, from Interstate rest stops, Many of the box stores, (Walmart, Lowes) shopping centers, Casinos, Churches, Cracker Barrels and others.
- RV Repairs Can Be Costly So can repairs at the S&B
- You’ll Need to Get Rid of a Lot of Your Stuff And the problem there IS?? Most of it, you didn't really need in the first place.
- It Can Get Lonely on the Road in an RV Not possible, my DW won't let it, even if I wanted to.
Airbnb for RVs? You Might Want to Try Before You Buy
The only one I really disagree with is #2, if you buy the interior that you like, you won't need to upgrade it (though you'll still want to add accessories, like hooks, storage bins, etc along with all of the normal gear you need for RVing). And #14 isn't really a drawback, it's a suggestion to try before you buy, which makes sense.
For completeness, here's their 10 reasons to retire in an RV list published the day before the reasons not to buy an RV article:
- Even During the Lockdown, You Can Still Buy an RV
- You Can Self-Isolate in an RV During COVID and Still Travel
- You Can Live on a Modest Budget in an RV
- RVers Can Volunteer to Give Back (And Save Money)
- You’ll Buy Less Stuff Traveling in an RV
- You Can Take the Road Less Traveled in an RV
- You’ll See More of Your Family While Traveling in an RV
- You’ll Eat Well in Your RV Travels
- Oh, the Places You’ll Go …
- And the People You’ll Meet
