Trailer Newbie wrote:
We want a good trailer for a single, 6-month trip. We won't need it after that. I can't afford to spend $20k - $30k without the ability to get most of it back at the end.
Welcome to the Forum...I'll be blunt (It's a failing of mine.)
Not going to happen. Most all of us that have been RV'ing for a long time have come to realize that it is not a way to save money.
Biggest depreciation is when buying new....so all I can suggest is to fine a good shape USED trailer to minimize your loss when you sell it.
Also, you will need to consider what you are going to tow it with. Normally, the family mini van won't do it. That may be another expense.
Hopefully others will chime in with a more, "creative," solution.
Good luck with it.