Yeah, well it was never meant for seniors to have to live on the streets because they can't afford rent after working their entire adult lives. Unfortunately in this country there is not enough affordable housing and more and more seniors are being forced to make choices such as LYVAs just to survive. If I can help seniors who are desperate and need this information I will continue to provide it. Even if it upsets "campers" who have other options.

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 lol, I'm disabled and can't even afford low income housing. I didn't say there was anything wrong with it. I said that's not what is was meant for and everyone spreading the word that they've found a good thing is why they are jacking the prices up. So don't take it out on me. I'll give an example - There was about 3 places you could camp for free on the Oregon Coast and had been free for forever but then people started making KZfaq videos about camping for free at these gorgeous spots blah, blah, blah. Within about 2 years spots were shut down and no camping signs posted. This is why fishermen keep their favorite fishing spots a secret. Fastest way to ruin a good thing is to tell everyone under the Sun about it.

@@user-hv5jv9gb6c What are you talking about? These trailers are designed specifically for what you are whining about. People have been living in wagons, tents, or trailers since they were invented.

@@kingpickle3712 Learn to read !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I liked the video, but never talked about how he’s living on $26 monthly??? More info on that pls

I do as well. Terry saw his future and didn't.like what he saw and decided to change it. I hope this video will encourage others to do likewise. Not necessarily by becoming nomads but by doing something proactive to make their lives better.

Terry sounded very nervous to be on camera, thanks for video Iam in the same situation apt rent goes up every lease renew had to get a part time job to have grocery money S.S. just barely covers rent +bills , looking right now for a good condition used van to fix up and start vanlife when my lease runs out. Wish me luck. Thanks.

😂you got it man. God bless you​@@lonknight3197

It.must feel so good to he able to take back control.of your life and feel good about one's choices.

That's all any of us can afford to do anymore thanks to the stupid leaders of this country. They're ignorant and stupid leaders.😢

You are successfully making ends meet in these days of unaffordable housing. I'm just a "kid" at 74 starting out doing the same thing in my '84 Nissan mini motorhome. It's old, but reliable, w/ manual trans., 4-cyl engine [17 mpg], and a working cassette player/radio in the dash. Who could ask for more?

More power to you!

If you are ever on the West Coast I would live to sit and talk with you about your experiences as a nomad at 84. That is amazing. You have beat the ridiculous rent debacle!

Exactly!! If you get tonthe West Coast and are available for an interview please reach out. Meanwhile keep on keeping on and safe travels!

Yes, and the rent goes up yearly!

Renting today is a rip off …… for many home ownership is also getting out of hand

If u have a Reliable Vehicle I Strongly suggest you give the moving life a try! You won't regret it!

Rents are incredibly high unless you get in a hud senior property. I'm in a senior hud property and pay a little over $200/mo rent. It's a secure bldg and well run. Many are buying a shed as a tiny home. That prob wld be a much better solution than an apt cost. If you purchase an acre of land cheaply and have a shed delivered there, low cost, if you get a low mo rate on the shed and lot. Unless you could pay one of both outright. I know someone who did that and has lived cheaply. After he paid off the shed, he ordered a second one and connected them. He did all of his electrical, insulation, plumbing and construction needs.

There is certainly a lot to consider. You might try a short term month to month rental to see how you like it and of you could afford to travel out on weekends???

So true we all need a family or community that cares about us whether born into or.chosen.

Sounds like you have an ideal setup!

He is a really nice guy!!

I would love to talk to you about your experiences over thr three years you have been a nomad!

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 I’m going to Arizona by January 1. Quartzite, Az. .

So true 💯 percent

Good for you!! My landlord just jacked up my rent $190/month effective June 1 on my 350 sq ft apartment. I immediately gave my notice to be out May 31 and intend to buy some sort of home on wheels and leave Milwaukee permanently. Then it prompted me to research exactly who owned my building and I found out it’s two wealthy, privileged brothers. One is an attorney/ real estate agent in LA and the other is some executive living in Manhattan. My building is just one of about 20 they own, raising rent on everyone and living the high life off of us. I’m glad I’ve only given them my money for a little over a year. I’m out! I’ll never rent again!

I know several people who have sold rv they wish they had kept. You are not alone!

I, too, was desperate to get another small motorhome since my original one was wrecked about 16 yrs ago. I found an even older one ['84] with low mileage for $4,000 and I'm fixing leaks and refreshing some of the old systems. With its little 4-banger engine I won't be going very fast, but I'm so very happy to be able to hit the road, looking for all those free camping spots along the NorthWest's country highways. Independence is awesome.

I totally understand how our system tries to brainwash all of us to be ripped off paying for a little apartment with no life to travel ` I love the nomad Life!!! Freedom on the open road is 👍 great

Having aging parents whilst aging myself doesn't lend the opportunity to just 'hit the road',but I am fortunate to be in a state that does have resources for helping those 62 or older, so I will be able to live in a brick&sticks, save as much as I can, until I'm able to see the wide open spaces. This guy is right "There's so much to see..." Yes, yes there is.

i just t.urn 50 and getting ready to start the van life travel just wanted to see the 50 states and enjoy life without worry about rent and other bills

Same situation also, hoping to get to Quartzite in November 2024.

But unexpected breakdowns are costly!

Sky-high rent and home prices will break your back as well as your budget. Terry did well.

​@@pouglwaw5932That's for sure 💯 percent

Thanknyou. I believe it will and am so grateful!

Thank you so much. Terry is one of the nicest people ever!!

I really think he does!

Except me!! 😊

@@kathleensantos8167 Lol. 😁

He is indeed. I think it will work out for Terry.

Merry Christmas to you also☺️

Merry Christmas to your momma n'em.

Merry Christmas to you also!

Sensible folks of any age don't enjoy drama! Thank goodness your house is paid off. That should give you some options.

Please for the love of God if you know where I can buy a small amount of land that I can live in my motor home would you please tell me

@@carolmaplesden916 I have a homestead for sale. It’s like 11 acres total. I bought it in Tennessee. I don’t want to split up my land into smaller lots because it’s actually 2 - 5/6 acre lots together. Its gorgeous. One lot has a spring feed pond and the springs run all the way through from one lot next to it. It would be just wrong to split them, although they have 2 separate addresses. They are in west Tennessee up by the Tennessee river. South of pickwick. It’s about a 4 minute drive to the river from the driveway so no flooding like the land right on the river. If you know anyone interested in that please let them know. Taxes are low too! On my journey to find that land in 2015 I found lots of places for sale in west Tennessee. All unrestricted land so it ok to live in an Rv or shed cabin. I really thought I was going to retire there. But my youngest daughter is getting her doctorate in medicine in May. She’s doing a hospital residency next year. So I’m moving to Florida to live closer to her. I look at land and compare realty prices all the time. I will save your information and let you know if I see something good that is 2- 3 acres. I want to warn you to be careful about buying land from an individual. Because many will say I’ll meet you at the courthouse and sign it over into your name. It’s cheaper that way and it’s legal because it will be in your name and tax bill will come to you. The problem comes in when the person who sold it an signed it over to you passes away. His relatives could come after you. No body wants to go through that. If you go ahead and have an attorney handle a closing for a couple hundred dollars you get a clear title. It’s the proper way to purchase land. An honest seller would want you to have a clear title. Insist on it. I’ll be looking and will let you know. You can look at west Tennessee all the little towns along the river. And really all over Tennessee you can find owners selling a little lot of land. What I like about the place I am selling is that a new owner could offer weekend camping or boat storage. Or maybe put a couple little cabins up to rent out to boaters / fishermen coming from the city for the weekend. My place has a shed cabin and 2 barns an old Rv , vintage . All needs work but to the right person they could do well there living , an making money right on the property. Blackberries & muscadine grapes grow wild. It has a peaceful feeling. But I will not lie it needs work. Definitely a diamond in the rough. I’ll message you when I find something interesting in that 1-2-3 acre size. God bless ! Leslye

​@@FourHuskyHomestead hi Leslye, I tried looking for your property online but could not find it. Is it listed with a realtor? I would like to look at the listing if you don't mind. And I am probably not the only one. I'll bet there are lots of us that would like to see it, and it will probably go pretty quick because it sounds really nice. Thank you.

​@@FourHuskyHomestead would you please email me at Gloriouslifeonwheels@gmail.com I am currently looking for propert. Thanks

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 I sure will. We have a house full of companies today. I will get some photos together and send them to you tomorrow afternoon. I have another KZfaq channel it’s called ( cabin life at Eden springs) 2 of the videos show a little of the property. The black berry picking video. And the snake at the barn video. That’s a long video but it shows a good bit of the corner property. It’s a big place. You could definitely offer RV parking to many friends. It’s also very private. But you still have a very small town feel with a couple stores , post office, a restaurant. One couple turned and old hardware stores into an air BB on the top floor and it stays rented out with all the people who fish and boat up at the river. I’ll tell you more in the email. And give you exact location. Have a beautiful day ! Leslye

I hope so🤣

Terrybcertainly did that with great planning.

He is on LTVA property ( longterm visitor's area BLM in Quartzsite, Arizona)

He Doesn't LIVE off $28/month.. watch Both videos she just did with him.. It's approx $26/mo for 7 mos to stay on the LTVA Land that Anyone can do. It's $180 for 7 months in Arizona.

@deb7518. Terry stays at Quartside for I believe it is 7 months of the year & you pay $180.00 upfront for the 7 months. It is in the comments what he does. Read some of the previous comments & there is a more detail.

Thanks for pointing that out. I only watched this video and couldn't figure it out. I remember another creator's vid about LTV around Quartsite and that being a good deal.

Greetings!! Hows things where you are at???

Me too. Very comfortable.

Terry really took stock of his future and patiently and methodically put together a plan to live his life out on his terms. He then brilliantly executed his plan. My hope is that this video will serve to encourage others to take a look in advance at their retirement plans/situation and take action to make adjustments if need be. Not necessarily by becoming a nomad, but by putting together a plan so they won't be caught unawares and end up in sad circumstances.

Therr are certainly many things to co sidereal and plan for with any changes ine does in their life. It appears Terry took his time and really.put a good plan together that works for him.

She did say they were in Quartzsite, AZ for the season. The LTVAs in Quartzsite and other areas in the South West are $180 for a 7 month season, that averages out to $26 per month. Included in that is free garbage dumpsters, water and dump stations. The fee is paid up front for the entire season. Or you could do free boon docking on BLM land but must move every 2 weeks, usually about 25 miles away.

@@180pottery Thank You for responding. Another KZfaqr I watch just said this morning that fee is going up to $300 in 2024??

@@rosedzindolet-faith5092 I have heard that rumor also but the BLM web site says nothing about a rate increase. I would suggest just keeping an eye on their web site, because not all rumors are accurate, as I am sure you know.

Glad you posted this info.

Well there is Quartzsite during the winter and with the America The Beautiful Pass if you want to travel a bit you can park at National Forestd, CORPs of Engineer locations and other spots quite cheaply. If you are 8nterested there are seasonal jobs at campgrounds where you can get free parking ajd hookups and also get paid.

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 thanks, but I'm not in the US

It is indeed a viable option especially compared to being homeless in the streets!

Thank you. I so appreciate your kind comment.🥰

It certainly is an option many are enjoying.

I think being proactive is the key to Terry's successful outcome.!

Cute

Merry Christmas and Jesus to you too😊

America needs Jesus, again.

Terry really is a kind and decent man.

Thanks for the inspiration to visit and experience Quartzite. Do you have any advice? Warnings?

​@@pouglwaw5932If you are asking specifically about Quartzsite, there are literally hundreds of thousands of folks in Quartzsite during the winter. Many many great folks but like anywhere else there are also some who are not. I would suggest if you are going to stay for an extended period of more than two weeks to stay at one of the LTVA locations. Get to know your neighbors and excerise the same caution and good judgment you would when meeting someone anywhere else. If you are friendly you will meet folks, also there are a lot of Facebook groups you can check out. Food is expensive at the two grocery stores in town so when I am there I stock up before arriving and go into Parker to the Walmart a couple of times per month. Also, therr is a Dollar general and Family Dollar in Quartzsite. There are typically campfires at night and that is a good way to get to know people. The Escapees often have a meetup during the summer in Quartzsite and therr are many really nice people in that group. Maybe I will do a video on Quartzsite when I return.

That is true. Some people still spend a fortune doing van ir rv life as they travel so much amd eat out alot while others spend very little as they stay put for longer and prepare their own meals. Typically gas and food are the two biggest expenses and they are easy to control.

May God bless you as well

I think the best lesson Terry could give is to prepare in advance and access exactly what your needs are. Also, build an emergency fund as things will arise with any vehicle or rig. There are also a lot of great KZfaq videos out there , especially on Bob Wells channel, Cheap RV Living.

Hello Chef, Thank you so.much. I pray God grants you good health and not only meets your needs but allows you dearest dreams to become reality.

He does appear to.be living is best life for sure!!

I bought my small, old, motorhome on SS . It was $4,000. I'm doing the little repairs and updates myself. I just coated the roof with rubberized, white roof-coat. I filled the propane tank for $11. The batteries for solar almost ran me broke [$900.] bit I'll be glad I made the sacrifice later when I'm camping for free in the wilderness. I can run electric appliances and even AC on batteries. You can do it- buy something older and affordable. The newest campers are way, too expensive and complicated. Who needs remote controlled electronics while out camping. Simplicity is king.

Sometimes it is hard to look ahead. There a4e some very inexpensive trailers out there that jeed a bit of work. Sometimes youncan find situations where people will let you pay over time or even donworknin exchange. Also, therr are seasonal jobs a5 campsites where you can work for perhaos 20 hours per week in exchange for a campsite and hookups and even a small salary.

I am so sorry to hear how sick you've been Alice!. I will keep you in my orayers!

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 thanks Carol, I appreciate the prayers!!

The fridge/freezer in my small motorhome is nice, but the new, portable, electric chest type are really the best. Affordable, extremely low power useage, almost silent, and temperature can be reset from 40 degrees down to 12 below zero.

@@pouglwaw5932thank you for that info! I am familiar with chest type fridge/freezers and their efficiencies. Also that because cold air sinks to the bottom, since chest type models open from the top (mostly) the cold air doesn't escape easily like the types of fridge/freezers where doors open out. I was really wanting to know the make/model and energy draw of the larger standup fridge/freezer in this video that has doors that open out though. :)

DO YOU GET TO LIVE IN THEIR DORMS OR DO YOU PARK YOUR RV OR TRAILER FREE SOME WHERE AND GET MEALS PACKAGES FREE REDUCED...??? JUST TRYING TO FIGURE OUT YOUR TALK HERE SOUNDS VERY INTERESTING SOMETHING I WAS WORKING ON MY BACHELOR RECENTLY .... BUT NOW FUN CLASSES TOO....ILLNESS STOPPED ME AND HUBBY. @M.Campbell

I think you're right about those senior communities, no children allowed. I hear it's no picnic living where a few bitter, nosey, complaining, old "Karens" can ruin things for everyone.

Sounds like you have given a lot of thought to your future plans and that is a wise thing to do.

Where is Queretaro?

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 Mexico

Me too!

No it just changes.