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New Guy, Basic Questions on Full Time Cost

openroad39
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Just wanted to see if anybody has any advice for living full time in a Fifth Wheel or TT? I am seriously considering it, but not sure about the repairs involved, electricity, costs, etc. I am willing to learn. What concerns me is that the costs for a few RV parks that I have checked where I live that are not a complete dump cost at least $400 a month (I currently pay $800 for my studio apt, not including electricity). When you consider that, and the cost of the Trailer itself plus future repairs, its really not that much cheaper than an apartment.

I have also looked into just laying a trailer down on land in the country, either renting space from somebody or buying land myself (boondocking?), but unsure about land-use regulations for that. Thank you.

I also plan on buying a nice truck in the next year, possibly a Silverado or Tundra, something that is great for towing and also allows me to do some landscaping.
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sdianel_-acct_c
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I don't see how living in an RV is cheaper than an apartment. You will have insurance on 2 vehicles and it's not cheap. Many RV parks also charge for electricity when you rent by the month. If you want the flexibility of being able to move around then an RV makes sense. If you're going to stay in one spot, the apartment makes more sense.
Lonny & Diane
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