Ya well it's going way up because everyone got on RUclips and started making these videos. It was meant for people that camped a lot not for people to use as a residence.
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 RUclips 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.
I bought a 1994 dodge camper van. I have been living in it for 2 years And love Living in it. I have two hundred watts of solar with 300 watts of battery. So far all my living has been free.i only buy food, water, propane and gas.oh ya, im 84 yrs old.
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?
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!
Thank you for this interview. We’ve been on the road for five years (retirees, fixed income) and were just talking today about the option of going into an apartment. We are so glad we watched this today. We both feel maybe we’d be in the same boat if we went into an apartment, just stuck looking out the window when we were used to having our freedom.
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???
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.
I sold my house 3 years ago and I know I won’t be able to purchase another home NOR do I want to. I’ve been a nomad for 3 years and it’s been the first time in my life I have ever had this much freedom!
As we age I feel it's important to have a purpose, have community and be self sufficient all we can. Until we can't. Instead of curling up into a fetal position as life pushes us aside trying harder to live like Terry will only open a path to thrive rather than exist I feel its important for us all to support each other as a old person family unit .For many and most of us (not all) the best families are families we chose or chose us. Doesn't have to be forever. But we can support each other when when our support is needed
I built a 10x6 tiny home trailer and parked it on a farm for 500$ a month with inclusive shore power, internet, free water, garbage, snow removal, grass cutting. It will pay for itself the first year of ownership with what I save in rent. I can use it to travel, I enjoy parking it at the beach for the day.
In an apartment I felt like I was paying someone elses mortgage...or for at least their expensive vacations...so I thought...I' become a nomad and vacation everywhere...like this gentleman said.." there is so much to see and so much to do...especially if you have all that exorbinate rent..IN YOUR POCKET!!!!
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, 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
Terry hits the nail on the head. I will be faced with the same before long. Putting all my money towards rent with nothing left for enjoyment or unexpected things. A trailer really is the answer. I hope more people will consider this.
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
I appreciate Terry's honestly that he will do it "as long as he can" and that he is saving money. I've seen many senior van lifers videos where it's never mentioned their future health problems.
Terry seems like he has the perfect set-up. I would have liked to hear more about how he lives on $28 a month, though! Maybe he's just paying for electricity and parking at friends or family's place, or maybe he owns a piece of property outright? (And maybe, for prvacy reasons, he didn't want to spell it out in more detail?) Good interview, though.
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.
I’m so glad Terry left his apartment life that didn’t bring him joy. Such a nice trailer camper home to adventure in. I couldn’t help but notice that Bourbon St T-shirt because I live in Louisiana lol. Merry Christmas ya”ll.
Good for Terry ! I will say there is unrestricted land with water that you can buy. If you want an acre or two. It’s out there. I bought my property in 2015. Low low taxes. And the water $8 a month. Free garbage dumping. We put a cabin on it but have at times had a an Rv. So if he gets tired of looking for a place to park there is opportunities to buy a little spot. Many are for sale by owner. I only recommend you close with an attorney so you get a clear title. Terry did the right thing! God bless you Terry! LA
@@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.
@@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 RUclips 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
As I've said on the prevuious video, Terry's a great guy... I wish him happiness on the road and all the best that life can bring. And as an interviewer, you're probably one of the best! Thank YOU for you and thank you Terry!
He seems to have everything he needs and not having to psy this damn high rent Why to go sir. Wishing you happy travels and good health Stay blessed❤ Your mobile home looks very comfortable and coldezy ❤
Well planned and thought out, before he planned to take to the road full time. He has everything anyone could want or need in his trailer. 😊. Take care, stay safe and enjoy your journey! 😊
May God bless you Terry. I pray your future will be blessed and joyful and that the Lord will lead and guide you, protect you and provide for you. I wish you much happiness and peace.
Just as there is a period of time between work and retirement when you have to make the decision to retire, I think there is a period between your retirement and the time you must stop driving. Glad that Terry is living in that "sweet spot" as a nomad!
Just admire his insight for looking around to the existence of those around him and saw how empty and sad it was with little to no money. He took that reality and began making a plan to not end up in those circumstances . That takes planning and commitment on every level. But it has paid off for him he now has an exciting and free life He is not looking out out of an empty window at life but instead is participating in it today . Kudows
I'm 63 on Social Security; this is a viable option (for wanderers, like me!!!). Thanks for sharing. (Love the wall hanging in the background: "Happy Campers". LOL !!!)
You meet so many delightful people instead of the same ones everyday, living in your apartment...who knows, you might even meet Carol of Glorious Life on Wheels!
Terry thank you for the tour of your nice, cozy&lovely home. You have such a sweet and gentle soul. I love cooking and watching movies too! God Bless You!
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.
@@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.
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.
Its great to get out and do things and see the planet. The lithium battery should have its own metal box with ventilation and not sit under the sofa chair. When these things go off they produce a lot of heat. Glad to see you enjoy life!
Glorious, You are a fantastic interviewer and reporter. I started crying listening to Terry's story. He has been re-writing his life for the last few years and is finally living. I have been so focused on getting my own gypsy wagon (van) that I only work and stay home to keep from spending money. This gives me a boost to know that I am on the right track. I look forward to meeting you all down the road. Terry, you rock. Happy New Year - 2024 getting out of this expensive box. Bless.
I'm happy for this guy. He escaped the hampster wheel of the American Nightmare! My house is payed off, but I'm stuck living with bad neighbors,who create caos with their drugs and alcohol. I am moving to get away from this maddnes. When you get older you don't enjoy drama!
Thank you for sharing the interviews and for those sharing their story. Terry has inspired and given hope to those of us who would not have come it with the idea. What a blessing to be healthy enough to enjoy retirement, travel around, have a roof over your head, and so on. Thank you Terry for sharing. Take care
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.
I know some people that are doing the same thing. My wife and I bought a 2021 Wildwood 22RBS Forest River Travel Trailer, new. It even has a heated floor. We're using it for camping now. When I retire, we're selling out, buying land in Tennessee and we'll live in it until we can get a cabin built. It's just under 27 feet, it looks a little small, but the inside is huge with the slide out. And the storage, it is everywhere!! To anyone that would want more of a midsize with a lot of space, this trailer and its few variations, are great. Salem has a couple that's similar as well.
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.
@@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.
I know a person who purchased a motorhome just for the summer, who then decided to make the motorhome a year round home after leaving their apartment. They receive their mail at a designated post office box and pick up their mail once a week. Their rent was over $1,800 monthly not including utilities, for a total of approximately $2,300 monthly. Their total monthly cost now is approximately $600, they pay for propane, and gas, electric generator fuel, water, food, and satellite tv and computer service. They have ‘direct deposit’ for social security and pension. They park practically anywhere and usually park at Walmart or any place they choose. They save a boatload of money. Never been happier they claim.
Well, you gotta remember when you leave back to your Van full-time or trailer or a bus Mini bus or whatever you build, you can't live rent free, and it can be really cheap. Or it can be expensive depending on what you budget and how you budget and how you travel. If you travel every 5 minutes, then your gas prices is going to be equal to your rent, which comes down makes sense. But it does clear you to travel around, but it depends how you do it.
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.
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 RUclips videos out there , especially on Bob Wells channel, Cheap RV Living.
I am in the situation Terry was in @ 64 where I just dont make enough money only able to work 3 days a week & my savings are now gone, not sure whats going to happen. I suppose homeless is the inevitable. Happy for this man however. I suppose i wasn't smart enough to plan way ahead like he did, sometimes we just dont think that far in advance, we assume it'll never happen to us, so very wrong.
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 notice when you do your tours, you only do from the inside do we never see the outside of the vehicle or what we do. You see the close up of it need to back up your camera so we could see what the vehicle looks like on the outside. I love to see the outside of the vehicle as well.
@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 Thank you my love for noticing. This is why I love your videos and you react to your subscribers. I love you for that, I didn't say I'm on my channel, I always talk to my subscribers not to ignore them. This is why your channel is awesome. Keep making great videos. My love and Merry Christmas.
Thank you for posting the interview and thanks Terry for the walk-through of your rig...lots of comforts throughout. Would like to know make & model of refrigerator and how much power it takes to keep it running 24/7. Merry Christmas and well wishes for Happy & Healthy New Year! 🎄
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. :)
I lived in NYC for almost 63 years. I never had to drive. I think if I could drive I might have liked doing this instead of downsizing to a co op. Maybe not forever but for a decade at least. 🙂🙂
Merry Christmas Carol!! Sorry I have been missing the last couple of weeks, I got pretty sick. Still fighting it, but I think improving some. Hope you have a blessed New Year. Thanks for the great videos!! ~Alice
Hi Terry. I'm newly on the road as well❣️ I am looking forward to learning all about our new lifestyle & also meeting awesome people like you & Carol. 🙏🙏❣️ Iris & Little One 👋🐾
Ya well it's going way up because everyone got on RUclips and started making these videos. It was meant for people that camped a lot not for people to use as a residence.
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 RUclips 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 bought a 1994 dodge camper van. I have been living in it for 2 years And love
Living in it. I have two hundred watts of solar with 300 watts of battery. So far all my living has been free.i only buy food, water, propane and gas.oh ya, im 84 yrs old.
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!
Thank you for this interview. We’ve been on the road for five years (retirees, fixed income) and were just talking today about the option of going into an apartment. We are so glad we watched this today. We both feel maybe we’d be in the same boat if we went into an apartment, just stuck looking out the window when we were used to having our freedom.
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???
I really admire Terry for taking charge of his life in this way. May his travels continue for as long as he chooses.
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
I'm so awed that people are taking their life back. Quality of life is the way to go. Simply amazing
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.😢
I sold my house 3 years ago and I know I won’t be able to purchase another home NOR do I want to. I’ve been a nomad for 3 years and it’s been the first time in my life I have ever had this much freedom!
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. .
As we age I feel it's important to have a purpose, have community and be self sufficient all we can. Until we can't. Instead of curling up into a fetal position as life pushes us aside trying harder to live like Terry will only open a path to thrive rather than exist
I feel its important for us all to support each other as a old person family unit .For many and most of us (not all) the best families are families we chose or chose us. Doesn't have to be forever. But we can support each other when when our support is needed
So true we all need a family or community that cares about us whether born into or.chosen.
I built a 10x6 tiny home trailer and parked it on a farm for 500$ a month with inclusive shore power, internet, free water, garbage, snow removal, grass cutting. It will pay for itself the first year of ownership with what I save in rent. I can use it to travel, I enjoy parking it at the beach for the day.
Sounds like you have an ideal setup!
Good job Terry! Taking control of your life is something to be proud of.
Terry seems like such a nice guy. ☺️
He is a really nice guy!!
In an apartment I felt like I was paying someone elses mortgage...or for at least their expensive vacations...so I thought...I' become a nomad and vacation everywhere...like this gentleman said.." there is so much to see and so much to do...especially if you have all that exorbinate rent..IN YOUR POCKET!!!!
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!
Most videos I see about van life involve someone minimalizing or down shifting their lives. This guy got an upgrade!
I loved this interview and I'm missing my motorhome RV and now I'm "stuck" in 1 room praying to get back to my RV motorhome!✝️🙏
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
Terry hits the nail on the head. I will be faced with the same before long. Putting all my money towards rent with nothing left for enjoyment or unexpected things. A trailer really is the answer. I hope more people will consider this.
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!
I bet your channel will reach 100K subscribers in ‘24! Nice job!
Thanknyou. I believe it will and am so grateful!
I appreciate Terry's honestly that he will do it "as long as he can" and that he is saving money. I've seen many senior van lifers videos where it's never mentioned their future health problems.
He seems like a sweetheart I hope this works out well for him
He is indeed. I think it will work out for Terry.
Terry seems like he has the perfect set-up. I would have liked to hear more about how he lives on $28 a month, though! Maybe he's just paying for electricity and parking at friends or family's place, or maybe he owns a piece of property outright? (And maybe, for prvacy reasons, he didn't want to spell it out in more detail?) Good interview, though.
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.
Looks like he has everything he needs. 👍
I really think he does!
Except me!! 😊
@@kathleensantos8167 Lol. 😁
I’m so glad Terry left his apartment life that didn’t bring him joy. Such a nice trailer camper home to adventure in. I couldn’t help but notice that Bourbon St T-shirt because I live in Louisiana lol. Merry Christmas ya”ll.
Merry Christmas to you also☺️
Merry Christmas to your momma n'em.
Good for Terry ! I will say there is unrestricted land with water that you can buy. If you want an acre or two. It’s out there. I bought my property in 2015. Low low taxes. And the water $8 a month. Free garbage dumping. We put a cabin on it but have at times had a an Rv. So if he gets tired of looking for a place to park there is opportunities to buy a little spot. Many are for sale by owner. I only recommend you close with an attorney so you get a clear title. Terry did the right thing! God bless you Terry! LA
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 RUclips 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
As I've said on the prevuious video, Terry's a great guy... I wish him happiness on the road and all the best that life can bring. And as an interviewer, you're probably one of the best! Thank YOU for you and thank you Terry!
Thank you so much. Terry is one of the nicest people ever!!
He seems to have everything he needs and not having to psy this damn high rent
Why to go sir. Wishing you happy travels and good health
Stay blessed❤
Your mobile home looks very comfortable and coldezy ❤
Sky-high rent and home prices will break your back as well as your budget. Terry did well.
@@pouglwaw5932That's for sure 💯 percent
Another great vid!
I would love to find a "Terry" in Indiana. 😊
Someone level headed about the situation and wants more than sitting in one place!
I was waiting for Terrys tour from his video last week. I’m glad to have seen Terry’s tour on Christmas Day. Merry Christmas 🎉
Merry Christmas to you also!
Well planned and thought out, before he planned to take to the road full time. He has everything anyone could want or need in his trailer. 😊. Take care, stay safe and enjoy your journey! 😊
I love his rig. It’s gorgeous and the perfect size!! It’s very bright and airy looking as well. Happy life is ahead for him.
We need more camping for elderly and low cost camping ground and also water and electric
Nice interview. We can learn from this man, to take a problem and turn it into a to an opportunity.
Terrybcertainly did that with great planning.
May God bless you Terry. I pray your future will be blessed and joyful and that the Lord will lead and guide you, protect you and provide for you. I wish you much happiness and peace.
Just as there is a period of time between work and retirement when you have to make the decision to retire, I think there is a period between your retirement and the time you must stop driving. Glad that Terry is living in that "sweet spot" as a nomad!
Just admire his insight for looking around to the existence of those around him and saw how empty and sad it was with little to no money. He took that reality and began making a plan to not end up in those circumstances . That takes planning and commitment on every level. But it has paid off for him he now has an exciting and free life He is not looking out out of an empty window at life but instead is participating in it today . Kudows
I like the layout of this Rv.
Me too. Very comfortable.
I'm 63 on Social Security; this is a viable option (for wanderers, like me!!!).
Thanks for sharing.
(Love the wall hanging in the background: "Happy Campers". LOL !!!)
It is indeed a viable option especially compared to being homeless in the streets!
You meet so many delightful people instead of the same ones everyday, living in your apartment...who knows, you might even meet Carol of Glorious Life on Wheels!
I hope so🤣
Bet his health has improved . . . So much in this country to see and explore. And your attitude is your future. Betd of travels, friend 😊
Thank you Terry for allowing this interview. Sweet life there buddy. May you continue with good health. Merry Christmas 🎄
Terry thank you for the tour of your nice, cozy&lovely home. You have such a sweet and gentle soul. I love cooking and watching movies too!
God Bless You!
May God bless you as well
Great video! Merry Xmas! Sorry I didn't go nomad. Bad health and 74😊
Hi Carol. God Bless him. Thank you for sharing. 🙏🏼
I really admire this gentleman
So amazing
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.
Terry go for it, as you said " there is a lot to see out there", blessings to you!
I'm living the same life at LTVA in the Q. I love it!!!! 💙
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.
Beautiful indeed❤❤❤❤
Unbelievable, good for him! I've not heard of anyone living this cheaply before. I thought we live cheaper than anyone good but he beat us!
What a lovely gentle man. I wish him all the best.
🎉 congratulations
This is what im trying to set up for myself. Biggest barrier is finding a place to put it
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
Good for him. May he be blessed in his new life.
He makes it seem very doable. Thank you for bringing these videos to us. ❤
He seems like such a nice lovely man😊
Safe on the road and may you always meet kind and trustworthy ppl along the way 💖
Its great to get out and do things and see the planet. The lithium battery should have its own metal box with ventilation and not sit under the sofa chair. When these things go off they produce a lot of heat. Glad to see you enjoy life!
Nice to see seniors on the road, livin the dream.
Glorious, You are a fantastic interviewer and reporter. I started crying listening to Terry's story. He has been re-writing his life for the last few years and is finally living. I have been so focused on getting my own gypsy wagon (van) that I only work and stay home to keep from spending money. This gives me a boost to know that I am on the right track. I look forward to meeting you all down the road. Terry, you rock. Happy New Year - 2024 getting out of this expensive box. Bless.
Hello from Puerto Rico friends
Greetings!!
Hows things where you are at???
Very interesting comversation
I appreciate your skill in interviewing people warm and friendly we were asked the right questions I applaud you 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💞
Thank you. I so appreciate your kind comment.🥰
Appreciate the interview.
I'm happy for this guy. He escaped the hampster wheel of the American Nightmare! My house is payed off, but I'm stuck living with bad neighbors,who create caos with their drugs and alcohol. I am moving to get away from this maddnes. When you get older you don't enjoy drama!
Sensible folks of any age don't enjoy drama! Thank goodness your house is paid off. That should give you some options.
That's a huge
home. 🏠. Merry Christmas
Merry JESUS
Merry Everything 🎉🎉🎉
Merry Christmas and Jesus to you too😊
America needs Jesus, again.
Love his set up! Sp HaPpY to see hes living smart n moving!
Thank you for sharing the interviews and for those sharing their story. Terry has inspired and given hope to those of us who would not have come it with the idea. What a blessing to be healthy enough to enjoy retirement, travel around, have a roof over your head, and so on. Thank you Terry for sharing. Take care
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.
I know some people that are doing the same thing. My wife and I bought a 2021 Wildwood 22RBS Forest River Travel Trailer, new. It even has a heated floor. We're using it for camping now. When I retire, we're selling out, buying land in Tennessee and we'll live in it until we can get a cabin built. It's just under 27 feet, it looks a little small, but the inside is huge with the slide out. And the storage, it is everywhere!! To anyone that would want more of a midsize with a lot of space, this trailer and its few variations, are great. Salem has a couple that's similar as well.
Terry has life going his way. Thanks for introducing him and showing us his trailer.
WOWZERS idk where you can pay $26 a month for rent!!?? That’s Fantastic!! I believe I could afford that!
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 RUclipsr 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.
Great video. God bless you and your family and beautiful. Merry Christmas.
Go ahead Mr. Terry! You inspired me..
such a nice man.. i'm
glad he's living life and enjoying 👍👍nice rv , too 👍👍thanks , carol, for the tour and interview
Terry really is a kind and decent man.
Wow, I’m so glad I saw part two❤
Terry is a smart man who is proactive with his life choices. I applaud him and wish him every success possible in his journey of life !
I think being proactive is the key to Terry's successful outcome.!
I know a person who purchased a motorhome just for the summer, who then decided to make the motorhome a year round home after leaving their apartment. They receive their mail at a designated post office box and pick up their mail once a week. Their rent was over $1,800 monthly not including utilities, for a total of approximately $2,300 monthly. Their total monthly cost now is approximately $600, they pay for propane, and gas, electric generator fuel, water, food, and satellite tv and computer service. They have ‘direct deposit’ for social security and pension. They park practically anywhere and usually park at Walmart or any place they choose. They save a boatload of money. Never been happier they claim.
You’re a wonderful interviewer. I enjoyed this video. The gentleman is very nice and I love his adventurous spirit.
That is a great camper! Thanks
Cute
Great interview. Thanks for bringing it to us. Thank you, Gary, for sharing your story and home on wheels too.
Wow what a great life you are living Terry.
He does appear to.be living is best life for sure!!
Peace and blessings to you Terry! Thanks for sharing; great inspiration. Life is meant to be lived and enjoyed 🌻
I love your chanel mainly because of your Soft/soothing voice.❤
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Well, you gotta remember when you leave back to your Van full-time or trailer or a bus Mini bus or whatever you build, you can't live rent free, and it can be really cheap. Or it can be expensive depending on what you budget and how you budget and how you travel. If you travel every 5 minutes, then your gas prices is going to be equal to your rent, which comes down makes sense. But it does clear you to travel around, but it depends how you do it.
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.
I'm renting a bedroom now at my friend's house. I need some lessons from Terry.
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 RUclips videos out there , especially on Bob Wells channel, Cheap RV Living.
you are the absolutely wonderful interviewer, such great questions, its your gift,, so thank-you..kaz from Courtenay bc
I LOVE the bathroom set up! I need one like that :-)
Me too!
I am in the situation Terry was in @ 64 where I just dont make enough money only able to work 3 days a week & my savings are now gone, not sure whats going to happen. I suppose homeless is the inevitable. Happy for this man however. I suppose i wasn't smart enough to plan way ahead like he did, sometimes we just dont think that far in advance, we assume it'll never happen to us, so very wrong.
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.
Loved watching both of the videos with Terry. He has it just right. Merry Christmas to you all! Praying next year is even better.
Enjoyed the video.thank you for sharing
I notice when you do your tours, you only do from the inside do we never see the outside of the vehicle or what we do. You see the close up of it need to back up your camera so we could see what the vehicle looks like on the outside. I love to see the outside of the vehicle as well.
Actually many of my videos include a walk around the vehicle. But you make a good point. I probably should do that all the time.
@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 Thank you my love for noticing. This is why I love your videos and you react to your subscribers. I love you for that, I didn't say I'm on my channel, I always talk to my subscribers not to ignore them. This is why your channel is awesome. Keep making great videos. My love and Merry Christmas.
Thank you for posting the interview and thanks Terry for the walk-through of your rig...lots of comforts throughout. Would like to know make & model of refrigerator and how much power it takes to keep it running 24/7.
Merry Christmas and well wishes for Happy & Healthy New Year! 🎄
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. :)
I moved to Queretaro in 2021. I traveled while young. I am very happy at 81
Where is Queretaro?
@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 Mexico
Merry Christmas and happy new year God bless and give you everything you need in the upcoming year ✌✌🎅🚌🎄
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.
You go Terry! Blessings for you in your new home.
I lived in NYC for almost 63 years. I never had to drive. I think if I could drive I might have liked doing this instead of downsizing to a co op. Maybe not forever but for a decade at least. 🙂🙂
It certainly is an option many are enjoying.
Encouraging. Thank you. ❤
He was so nice and kind😀 love his place.Thank you for the interview really enjoyed.
Very nice!
Go Terry! Loved his car print, design comforter/bedding. Lol ❤🕊❤
Cool guy, cool stuff 🤣
Merry Christmas Carol!! Sorry I have been missing the last couple of weeks, I got pretty sick. Still fighting it, but I think improving some. Hope you have a blessed New Year. Thanks for the great videos!! ~Alice
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!!
Hi Terry. I'm newly on the road as well❣️ I am looking forward to learning all about our new lifestyle & also meeting awesome people like you & Carol. 🙏🙏❣️ Iris & Little One 👋🐾
Just found your channel, nice Man and a great interviewer! May be doing this myself very soon. 🙏🙏🙏
Wonderful. Thank you for this video.
Good job Terry! Your home looks amazing.