08/18/2023
10 Common Myths About Full-Time RVing
Common myth #1: “We can’t afford to full-time RV.”
- Financing your RV lifestyle doesn’t have to be a burden. Here are some ways to earn money and keep you going.
Work Camp
Work for Amazon
Beet Harvest (Work Camping)
Monetize your blog or vlog
Start your own business you can run from your RV
Common myth #2: “We will be lonely without family and friends around.”
- No doubt you will miss your family and friends, but you will meet so many people on the road that become your new connections.
Common myth #3: “Living in a small space won’t work.”
- This common myth all depends on your point of view. Your living space might be small, but you will have all of the great outdoors to explore. I think most RVers want to spend most of their time outside anyway.
Common myth #4: “I’ve never pulled/driven an RV before.”
- There are many experienced RVers who can say they never pulled or drove an RV before they got started. Check for classes in your area that will help you get more comfortable with driving or pulling a camper.
Common myth #5: “Living in an RV isn’t compatible with having pets.”
- Having dogs can make your RV life better. They love to be wherever you are, so leaving them behind is not a good option.
Common myth #6: “I can’t have reliable health insurance on the road.”
- Reliable health insurance is an important question when you begin full-time RVing. If you have medications to fill or a chronic condition, you might have to be more creative, but you can find health insurance.
Common myth #7: “I can’t rely on campground internet to work from home.”
- It's true that there are many campgrounds out there with sketchy Wi-Fi, and you probably don’t want to rely on it if you work from your camper. It’s always a good idea to check RV LIFE Campgrounds and read reviews left by other campers or even run an internet speed test.
- However, there are great hotspot options on most wireless carriers that you can count on if you have a cell signal. Other options include Wi-Fi boosters, nearby cafés, as well as mobile internet carriers.
Common myth #8: “I have no experience RVing.”
- Everyone has to start somewhere, and most RVers don’t have much experience when they start full-time RVing. You will learn as you go and make mistakes along the way. Don’t forget to take advantage of others’ knowledge and experiences. RVers are generally friendly and helpful people.
Common myth #9: “I can’t cook in my RV.”
- You can cook in your RV, but you just may have to do things differently. Like all new experiences, there is a learning curve. If you want to bake, you will have to learn to cook in a gas oven. Your gas cooktop will also take some time to perfect.
Common myth #10: “My friends and family will think I’m crazy.”
- Your friends and family may think you are crazy, but that’s ok. You have your own life, and no one needs to tell you how to live. Once they see that you are happy, then they will most likely be happy for you.
