I think of it more like a legal cheat code considering there is nothing illegal about what we are doing. Everyone has the choice to do as the systems wants them to do or live as they don’t want which is like we do. They can’t maximize profits from us like most people.
Bravo. 🙂👍 Never give anyone the power to upset you. Their thoughts are a reflection of them, not you. Don't own them. Sounds like that guy was jealous.
Hey Matt! I hit two weeks living in a Prius. I literally started because of your videos. I was always watching videos of van lifers but no one seemed to live in New England. I slept on the idea for years. Then I was blessed by the algorithm and found your channel. Seeing you thrive here really motivated and encouraged me to give this lifestyle a chance. Not paying rent and reducing my expenses, I’m saving about $100 a day (36k in the next year if I stick to it that long). Saved $1500 just like that. I also live and work in Massachusetts and wish I had done this sooner. We all have a negativity bias. I Hope you get more positive comments to skew those Debbie downer doomers.
It's good to hear someone take the approach of confronting a negative comment. Never let a negative comment change your choices, your life. Be well....
I lived in a van to a big motorhome and then scaled down to small class b rv for over 14 yrs !!!.....all this happened in New England (Ma/Vt/NH) I boondocked everywhere and maybe got a commercial campsite for dumping or water purposes once a month if I had to !!........ during that time I saved hard and invested as much as I could ........ I now am 65 , took my savings and bought a home in the Berkshires (Dalton) right up the road from your favorite laundrymat & car wash...I was never Homeless..I was Houseless without all the expenses that came with it !!...... Enjoy the Journey my friend !!!
Hey Mike, we have age in common, also own my own home base....retiring soon, own a Pleasure Way Van and fixin to take some extended trips....would enjoy hearing from you and reap some wisdom from all of your experiences....take care!
You should have left the comment up so we COULD HAVE LET HIM HAVE IT!!! You are living the life you want. I would love to live like you. Freedom!!!!! Jealousy is his name.
So, what? Someone had a bad experience with van life? I imagine several do. It’s not an easy lifestyle, and not for everyone. I love the idea of living in a van/on the road, but have to do a few reality checks for myself. So, I live it through all of you-thank you, by the way. And to be able to work and be a nomad, how cool is that?? So jealous.
Good for you. You have a very unique angle to your van life videos, sets you apart from the rest. You give good positive energy. Thanks from a 66 year old long time van dweller in Canada
People that make comments like that are bitter people who made choices that made them miserable and they hate anybody not following their rules. I'm very proud of you. For the way you've worked for what you have and for keeping real. Way to go. ❤
Misery loves to hate on people being happy. We have to ignore them. I'm preparing to live the van life, I've done it before. It will be better this time, great advice from folks like you. Please, sweetie, safe and blessed travels. 😊🌏
I have total admiration for you. I am 66 years old and own 60 rental units. I have just purchased a 1998 Motorhome and plan on doing just what you are doing. I live-on Lake Washington with amazing views and yet my real desire is to do van life and travel the country. Don’t let the comment about cheating the system take any of your time. He is just jealous because most probably he is burdened with debt from a house and a mortgage. Keep living your best life and I will keep enjoying and learning from your videos.
Also, I have watched tons of channels about van life and you are the most original non fake shit and I am ready to get my bread truck next year! Thanks again
Don't let the debbie downer turkeys get you down! They are just jealous. Your van is beautiful and your lifestyle is not hurting anyone at all. You are inspiring people of all walks of life to enjoy doing their own thing. I am a 68 year old woman who has dreamed of living in a van for 30+ years. I took a 3 month trip from Texas to Wyoming working at dude ranches as a chef along the way in a Ford Aerostar van. Just me and my 2 cats and a bunch of crap that I did not need to take with me. We had a blast. Met many cool people in RV's who were doing a similar thing. Keep up the good work!
I've lived vanlife for 10 years and always called it cheating the system. But you're right, it's making the system work for me. My life looks more like yours, too, where i work in a city and have the funds to get out of it way more often than i ever did before. Problem is, i live in Florida where it just became illegal, statewide. I'll be moving in a few weeks. It's a shame, but good riddance....
We’re with (you) Matt! 💯No rant, just TRUTH! Live (your) best life & leave the rest on the road. THANK YOU for sharing your journey with us who are here to enjoy your channel & support you.
I think we watch because you are an artist and an entertainer, who shares a very unique lifestyle. Just your challenge of finding a different location “to sleep” every night is compelling. Keep up the great artistry!
A lot of people live the van life due to circumstances that they have no control over, some like you chose it which is great. No one has the right to try to tear you down, thank you for taking the time to set that person straight.
This person clearly has problems. Just ignore people like that. You shouldn't even dwell on what he said. Hold your head up. You are doing something a bunch of us would love to do.
2:52 ... YUP!!... So glad that someone on our side of the fence (the off-grid/self-contained/self-governing/sustainable living) side SAID your EXACT WORDS " you chose that way of life" to have a mortgage, pay rent & live in the cities & suburbs... LET THOSE PEOPLE live the CONSEQUENCES that THEY CHOICE! 💅🏿
I’m the same way I don’t cheat my way in life. I am not a van life, I respect those who choose to do it. I just stumbled on your channel. A new subscriber keeps living your life how you want live. You shouldn’t have to explain to anyone. Be your authentic self.
I certainly enjoyed hearing your thoughts today. I agree with you and think your wisdom will take you far. I intend to start this lifestyle when I'm 70 and I am joyfully preparing now. Best wishes to you. 🌷
well done to you, for doing it your way, and making a success of it, Van life is a good alternative way of living, You will always get jealous people when your successful in what you do !!!!!! Van life is definitely the future !!!!! Thank you for showing us how well it can be done. x
So glad I found your channel today, can’t imagine why you’re channel isn’t bigger you have a ton of content I will be binge watching this weekend. This is the best lifestyle and imo the only one for me. Thanks for sharing your life keep warm and safe brother!
Hey Matt. That guy is probaly stuck in a real shit life going no where but down. He's very jealous of people doing better than him. Keep going and stay safe!
Dude, I am impressed because you have a vision and a plan and numbers in your head. I left a response to you a week ago which wasnt exactly positive or negative but here you are impressing me. I give you alot of credit for taking this on. It is obviously a serious amount of sacrifice and discipline. I want to just do some shortish road trips (week to 3 weeks ) in a Ford Lightning pickup truck camper shell mixed with a few nights in a hotel or maybe planet fitness membership because I dont believe i have the discipline that you do lol. My shell will be ready in a few weeks. Your vids are good. I thank you for your level of transparency and desire to work your plan.
Hey, brother. Just watching your comment deleting video. Screw that person. I think what you are doing and how you live your life is awesome. Good for you. I make plenty of money and live the van life as well. It's the system that cheats us everyday with taxes upon taxes and housing out of control. Please keep doing what you are doing, so many of us live your videos and I am always rooting you on. You might be a hell of a good standup comic as well, so many times I am laughing my ass off at your words. Thank you for what you are doing and keep trucking. Cheers!
I think you’re probably my favourite person on RUclips, man. You inspire me. I’m around three years into full time van life living on the coast of Australia/Tasmania. I think you’re right, I think this could be the future. F the haters. ❤
The fact that somebody actually goes out of their way to leave a negative comment is pathetic. That says a lot in itself. When you listen to crap like that, it means you value that person’s opinion more than your own and you certainly better than that. Someone’s negativity and self hatred is showing through and it’s not yours. Keep up the great work. I love your channel.
Sorry you had this bad experience from a commentor. There is no room for mental abuse. You did the right thing to delete it and block that person. We all support you and your dreams, your love of nature and adventure. No guilt, no shame. Keep the faith!
Found your channel today...have been binge watching/listening while at work....has been very entertaining and educational....have intentions of van travel beginning in February and doing My first Vanlife MeetUp in Florida in March....I am much older than you and have been slowly isolating over last three decades....seems now it's a reasonable evolution or preparation for solo travels ahead. I bought my camping van 2 yrs ago and have been a weekend warrior totally enjoying it. My van has all factory conveniences, but is a 2007 Leisure Travel on a chevy platform.....Regardless if you desire some internet communications let me know.....would be glad to chat from time to time, let me know & I'll share my info.
I imagine van life is not as easy as some people think and not everyone can do it. It’s definitely not a cheat but if you can make it work it can be advantageous considering your motives and goals
You do not need to explain yourself. What you are doing isn't hurting anyone, so more power to you. Whoever left the comment is a miserable person living a miserable life, and they feel better when they put down other people. I also work in Boston, and I commute 70 miles each way. It sucks, but Boston is where the money is. I wish I could do what you do.
I'm semi retired tryin to make ends meet...workin on my van to prepare for tougher times...I'm also excited to travel.. My only regret is that I didn't do it when I was yr age.. U figured it out n trust me u won't regret it...the negativity is fr those who are too afraid to step out of their comfort zone.. so happy travels young man... Cool tiny home on wheels!
One other big thing you don't have to pay is property taxes which comes along with home ownership. What a rip-off and scam they are. Stop paying your property tax and the sheriff will take your home. That's why so many homes are going up in flames these days. I have to re-subscribe. You make a lot of sense.
Exactly, you never really own your home, it’s all tentative. Granted I do pay property tax every year on the van (excise tax) but still much cheaper than land.
I love your videos!!!💕💖💕 I think your doing wonderful!! Do you think when you get older you will still be doing the van life? Maybe proper question would be "would you like too" ? Say 50- 70's you know some do. Have you thought of getting a pet? I would of liked to travel. My health won't allow it. Have a blessed day!!😇 So glad Moby is safe again!!
I am setting myself up for something similar within the next year or so. I plan on getting a van or shuttle bus and outfitting it with the basics so that I will have my basic needs covered. Right now if I stay where I'm at I will use it travel and visit friends and family across the country. I drove a semi for a few years, so its not like I have a TON of stuff anyways.
Love your videos, you are an inspiration! You work 9-5 you pay your taxes etc. It’s easy to see you are a decent person! You have more financial, common sense than most of us living in a house. That person who wrote that comment, it says more about them, than you. More than likely they are struggling and a little envious of you. Send them love and put it out of your mind. The rest of us supports you that’s all that matters ☺️
I’m a 62 year old part time van lifer and homeowner, i agree with you completely, my son and his wife bought a house on my block, it’s actually the same style home as mine, he paid $800,000. For it and it’s got to be basically gutted, it needs a new kitchen, bathrooms, AC, heating system, I can’t believe how stupidly expensive houses are today.
I'm a 62 year old woman in constant pain. I work full time and own my home. My eldest son lives with me at 36 years old because it simply makes sense for both of us. He will have a paid for home when I die and is able to work a stress free job without sacrificing his entire life as a wage slave. Your son and DIL have been completely screwed out of enjoying life by our generation. And you seem to think that's perfectly fine. You should be ashamed of yourself.
@@flawedexistence really? I should be ashamed of myself? I have worked my entire life to pay for my home and my children’s education, when I die I will be leaving my home and every dime I have left to both my children, what exactly do I have to be ashamed of?
Sit down flawed and read something. We are almost out of time and you will not be allowed to own anything by the end of the decade. You will be the one holding the bag, sadly.
Great video; everything you said is spot on. You shouldn't have deleted the comment though. Our haters make us greater. You stay strong and have some good luck out there.
Oh, and it's not cheating the system, it's gaming the system, making it work for you. That is what upsets some people, that they are trapped by the system.
Hey young one, live your life anyway you want as long as are not hurting anyone. This life style will make you stronger and able to survive better than that person criticizing you. God bless you!😊
I see you young guys doing Vanlife and saving up your money instead of paying off someone else’s mortgage.When the time is right you’ll have a nice chunk of money to put down on a home. Very smart move. I wish I had done that when I was a young man.
You rock, I wish that I would have heard of this when I was younger. Good on you for avoiding some of the traps of this realm. ooops, I forgot Biden, Trump, Harris.
I recently had a similar comment on my channel and I knew it came from a place of jealousy so my response was “Yeah, people work their whole lives in hopes of getting a taste of this lifestyle” then he changed his tuned and said he agreed.
Doing same thing Selling house moving into a high top Ford e250 . Love it. Have 9-5. Life is awesome. No more mortgage and property taxes. Will save at least 60k a year. Will feed a nice fat 401k and retire at 50. Congratulations on good life.
I am starting next month. I just bought my van. Home taxes just went up times 2 plus. No reason. Cost of anything to do with a home is expensive. That's if you can find anyone to do the job. A van is smart. Anything bigger is not.
yeah, i wouldn't want to do vanlife normally but because of rent prices ive just been feeling like im on a hamster wheel going absolutely nowhere. earn money and spend it same month each month on rent mostly
I wish I wasn’t disabled and could have your life style and it’s a job believe it or not you have to be strong to live that life it’s a sacrifice like everything else we choose to do in life if your van breaks down that’s your home and transportation all at once and yes you can save a lot more then renting or mortgage paying water lights gas trash keep up the work love I found your channel 🎉
Complaint Day? Ok! Get yourself a 5+ gallon water container you can fill for free at parks and such. If it seems too skeevy, you could always add a good filter. Most normal people admire what you are doing! Don't let the .0001% get under your skin. We love you!
AMEN, and thx for the great video, and all those nut jobs out there that don't like this and other alternative things,to bad for you, I feel bad for you guys that don't like how others are keep on paying high rents and other crap, I think this is a great idea I'm even thinking of doing the same as this guy and I hope others will do it as well.
You are not cheating the system, you are smart. Love your videos 😊❤
Thanks!
The commenter was jealous of your situation. Nobody is “cheating” the corrupt “system”
He is cheating the system because men are suppose to be working slaves until they are too old to enjoy retirement.
I think of it more like a legal cheat code considering there is nothing illegal about what we are doing. Everyone has the choice to do as the systems wants them to do or live as they don’t want which is like we do. They can’t maximize profits from us like most people.
If anything, it's the system cheating citizens.
EXACTLY! 👌🏾
You are not a cheater, you are a champion of self-reliance and common sense. Glad for the algorithm, which brought me to your channel.😄
You don’t owe anyone anything! Love your videos
Bravo. 🙂👍 Never give anyone the power to upset you. Their thoughts are a reflection of them, not you. Don't own them. Sounds like that guy was jealous.
Bravo to you For Telling that guy off. You're not cheating the system you're living your life the way you want.
Hey Matt! I hit two weeks living in a Prius. I literally started because of your videos. I was always watching videos of van lifers but no one seemed to live in New England. I slept on the idea for years. Then I was blessed by the algorithm and found your channel. Seeing you thrive here really motivated and encouraged me to give this lifestyle a chance.
Not paying rent and reducing my expenses, I’m saving about $100 a day (36k in the next year if I stick to it that long).
Saved $1500 just like that.
I also live and work in Massachusetts and wish I had done this sooner. We all have a negativity bias. I Hope you get more positive comments to skew those Debbie downer doomers.
Salute from another Prius Dwellers! Keep going!
It's good to hear someone take the approach of confronting a negative comment. Never let a negative comment change your choices, your life. Be well....
I lived in a van to a big motorhome and then scaled down to small class b rv for over 14 yrs !!!.....all this happened in New England (Ma/Vt/NH) I boondocked everywhere and maybe got a commercial campsite for dumping or water purposes once a month if I had to !!........ during that time I saved hard and invested as much as I could ........ I now am 65 , took my savings and bought a home in the Berkshires (Dalton) right up the road from your favorite laundrymat & car wash...I was never Homeless..I was Houseless without all the expenses that came with it !!...... Enjoy the Journey my friend !!!
Hey Mike, we have age in common, also own my own home base....retiring soon, own a Pleasure Way Van and fixin to take some extended trips....would enjoy hearing from you and reap some wisdom from all of your experiences....take care!
We love all your videos, and wish we could do what you do. Peace be with you.
You should have left the comment up so we COULD HAVE LET HIM HAVE IT!!! You are living the life you want. I would love to live like you. Freedom!!!!! Jealousy is his name.
tough guy,im sure the commrntor is shaking
Well said dude 👊
I'm older, living this way as well. Grew up in the Boston area now Southern NH.
As long as you're safe. You're not a bum, sloppy, or disrespectful to your environment. Keep doing you. Prays 🙏
So, what? Someone had a bad experience with van life? I imagine several do. It’s not an easy lifestyle, and not for everyone. I love the idea of living in a van/on the road, but have to do a few reality checks for myself. So, I live it through all of you-thank you, by the way. And to be able to work and be a nomad, how cool is that?? So jealous.
Good for you. You have a very unique angle to your van life videos, sets you apart from the rest. You give good positive energy. Thanks from a 66 year old long time van dweller in Canada
People that make comments like that are bitter people who made choices that made them miserable and they hate anybody not following their rules. I'm very proud of you. For the way you've worked for what you have and for keeping real. Way to go. ❤
I fully agree with your views. All of it in this video.
I grew up in Worcester MA but live out west now. Mad respect for what you are doing
All I can assume is that people who have negative things to say about your life are truly unhappy with their own lives.
Misery loves to hate on people being happy. We have to ignore them. I'm preparing to live the van life, I've done it before. It will be better this time, great advice from folks like you. Please, sweetie, safe and blessed travels. 😊🌏
I have total admiration for you. I am 66 years old and own 60 rental units. I have just purchased a 1998 Motorhome and plan on doing just what you are doing. I live-on Lake Washington with amazing views and yet my real desire is to do van life and travel the country. Don’t let the comment about cheating the system take any of your time. He is just jealous because most probably he is burdened with debt from a house and a mortgage. Keep living your best life and I will keep enjoying and learning from your videos.
Also, I have watched tons of channels about van life and you are the most original non fake shit and I am ready to get my bread truck next year! Thanks again
😂@@WanderingBonnie-ck1eu
Don't let the debbie downer turkeys get you down! They are just jealous. Your van is beautiful and your lifestyle is not hurting anyone at all. You are inspiring people of all walks of life to enjoy doing their own thing. I am a 68 year old woman who has dreamed of living in a van for 30+ years. I took a 3 month trip from Texas to Wyoming working at dude ranches as a chef along the way in a Ford Aerostar van. Just me and my 2 cats and a bunch of crap that I did not need to take with me. We had a blast. Met many cool people in RV's who were doing a similar thing. Keep up the good work!
Thanks! I dreamed about an RV since I was little, one day I just realized I needed to make it happen. Took two years of saving and preparing.
Well said.
Well said Sir. I wish you well.
I've lived vanlife for 10 years and always called it cheating the system. But you're right, it's making the system work for me. My life looks more like yours, too, where i work in a city and have the funds to get out of it way more often than i ever did before. Problem is, i live in Florida where it just became illegal, statewide. I'll be moving in a few weeks. It's a shame, but good riddance....
Glad I found this video, now I know there’s another video about van life with a 9-5
We’re with (you) Matt! 💯No rant, just TRUTH! Live (your) best life & leave the rest on the road. THANK YOU for sharing your journey with us who are here to enjoy your channel & support you.
Thanks for the continued support Marla always appreciate your comments!
@@undertheradarvan ♥️
I think we watch because you are an artist and an entertainer, who shares a very unique lifestyle. Just your challenge of finding a different location “to sleep” every night is compelling. Keep up the great artistry!
Sick camper rig Brodie ✌🏽I almost did a comment break down vid like a month ago. Next time I get the opportunity I’m gonna . Let’s goo!!! 🎉
So thoughtful and well articulated. I admire your strength and determination. ❤
Thanks
Good on you for having the courage to be different
I just found your channel and love your content and outlook! Good job!
A lot of people live the van life due to circumstances that they have no control over, some like you chose it which is great. No one has the right to try to tear you down, thank you for taking the time to set that person straight.
This person clearly has problems. Just ignore people like that. You shouldn't even dwell on what he said. Hold your head up. You are doing something a bunch of us would love to do.
2:52 ... YUP!!... So glad that someone on our side of the fence (the off-grid/self-contained/self-governing/sustainable living) side
SAID your EXACT WORDS " you chose that way of life" to have a mortgage, pay rent & live in the cities & suburbs... LET THOSE PEOPLE live the CONSEQUENCES that THEY CHOICE! 💅🏿
I’m the same way I don’t cheat my way in life. I am not a van life, I respect those who choose to do it. I just stumbled on your channel. A new subscriber keeps living your life how you want live. You shouldn’t have to explain to anyone. Be your authentic self.
First time viewer and new subscriber. Great words and passion. Keep on keeping on my friend.
I certainly enjoyed hearing your thoughts today. I agree with you and think your wisdom will take you far. I intend to start this lifestyle when I'm 70 and I am joyfully preparing now. Best wishes to you. 🌷
well done to you, for doing it your way, and making a success of it, Van life is a good alternative way of living, You will always get jealous people when your successful in what you do !!!!!! Van life is definitely the future !!!!! Thank you for showing us how well it can be done. x
So glad I found your channel today, can’t imagine why you’re channel isn’t bigger you have a ton of content I will be binge watching this weekend. This is the best lifestyle and imo the only one for me. Thanks for sharing your life keep warm and safe brother!
Hey Matt. That guy is probaly stuck in a real shit life going no where but down. He's very jealous of people doing better than him. Keep going and stay safe!
Dude, I am impressed because you have a vision and a plan and numbers in your head. I left a response to you a week ago which wasnt exactly positive or negative but here you are impressing me. I give you alot of credit for taking this on. It is obviously a serious amount of sacrifice and discipline. I want to just do some shortish road trips (week to 3 weeks ) in a Ford Lightning pickup truck camper shell mixed with a few nights in a hotel or maybe planet fitness membership because I dont believe i have the discipline that you do lol. My shell will be ready in a few weeks. Your vids are good. I thank you for your level of transparency and desire to work your plan.
But why give a troll a voice? You don’t need to defend yourself.
Just live your life.
But I do have issues with the red color palette. 😂😂
Hey, brother. Just watching your comment deleting video. Screw that person. I think what you are doing and how you live your life is awesome. Good for you. I make plenty of money and live the van life as well. It's the system that cheats us everyday with taxes upon taxes and housing out of control. Please keep doing what you are doing, so many of us live your videos and I am always rooting you on. You might be a hell of a good standup comic as well, so many times I am laughing my ass off at your words. Thank you for what you are doing and keep trucking. Cheers!
Love the videos. I admire your choice to live in your van.
I think you’re probably my favourite person on RUclips, man. You inspire me.
I’m around three years into full time van life living on the coast of Australia/Tasmania. I think you’re right, I think this could be the future. F the haters. ❤
Cheers to living your best life!! Keep on keeping on, most here enjoy seeing you enjoy your journey.
Great word, have been in my van over 5 years, have more money than I ever had, working less, seeing more, less stress 😊
that's the way its going for me as well, better of financially and mentally than I have ever been.
The fact that somebody actually goes out of their way to leave a negative comment is pathetic. That says a lot in itself. When you listen to crap like that, it means you value that person’s opinion more than your own and you certainly better than that. Someone’s negativity and self hatred is showing through and it’s not yours. Keep up the great work. I love your channel.
Sorry you had this bad experience from a commentor. There is no room for mental abuse. You did the right thing to delete it and block that person. We all support you and your dreams, your love of nature and adventure. No guilt, no shame. Keep the faith!
Be Happy! I love watching your adventurous trips….. keep your chin up, keep doing you.😊
Found your channel today...have been binge watching/listening while at work....has been very entertaining and educational....have intentions of van travel beginning in February and doing My first Vanlife MeetUp in Florida in March....I am much older than you and have been slowly isolating over last three decades....seems now it's a reasonable evolution or preparation for solo travels ahead. I bought my camping van 2 yrs ago and have been a weekend warrior totally enjoying it. My van has all factory conveniences, but is a 2007 Leisure Travel on a chevy platform.....Regardless if you desire some internet communications let me know.....would be glad to chat from time to time, let me know & I'll share my info.
Sounds like a great plan. Thinking of starting a RUclips Channel?
Thanks for this.. I feel more encouraged to seek this vanlife.
Go for it. It's made my life better in every way.
Some people are jerks and don't know the rule if you can't say something nice...
its your life live it the way you want. i enjoy your videos traveling the same circles in New England we have a lot to explore enjoy.
I imagine van life is not as easy as some people think and not everyone can do it. It’s definitely not a cheat but if you can make it work it can be advantageous considering your motives and goals
You do not need to explain yourself. What you are doing isn't hurting anyone, so more power to you. Whoever left the comment is a miserable person living a miserable life, and they feel better when they put down other people. I also work in Boston, and I commute 70 miles each way. It sucks, but Boston is where the money is. I wish I could do what you do.
I'm semi retired tryin to make ends meet...workin on my van to prepare for tougher times...I'm also excited
to travel..
My only regret is that I didn't do it when I was yr age..
U figured it out n trust me u won't regret it...the negativity is fr those who are too afraid to step out of their comfort zone..
so happy travels young man...
Cool tiny home on wheels!
One other big thing you don't have to pay is property taxes which comes along with home ownership. What a rip-off and scam they are. Stop paying your property tax and the sheriff will take your home. That's why so many homes are going up in flames these days. I have to re-subscribe. You make a lot of sense.
Exactly, you never really own your home, it’s all tentative. Granted I do pay property tax every year on the van (excise tax) but still much cheaper than land.
Good for you; no hate on your channel!🐶🐕
I enjoy watching your videos .. one after the other. Very entertaining.
thanks
I love your videos!!!💕💖💕 I think your doing wonderful!! Do you think when you get older you will still be doing the van life? Maybe proper question would be "would you like too" ? Say 50- 70's you know some do. Have you thought of getting a pet? I would of liked to travel. My health won't allow it. Have a blessed day!!😇 So glad Moby is safe again!!
F the trolls= You be YOU!
"Van life ain't all wine and roses!" HAaaaaaAA!! I loved that!
I am setting myself up for something similar within the next year or so. I plan on getting a van or shuttle bus and outfitting it with the basics so that I will have my basic needs covered. Right now if I stay where I'm at I will use it travel and visit friends and family across the country. I drove a semi for a few years, so its not like I have a TON of stuff anyways.
Excellent video. 👍
As far as the haters, let them fester in their own misery.
Love your videos, you are an inspiration! You work 9-5 you pay your taxes etc. It’s easy to see you are a decent person! You have more financial, common sense than most of us living in a house. That person who wrote that comment, it says more about them, than you. More than likely they are struggling and a little envious of you. Send them love and put it out of your mind. The rest of us supports you that’s all that matters ☺️
I’m a 62 year old part time van lifer and homeowner, i agree with you completely, my son and his wife bought a house on my block, it’s actually the same style home as mine, he paid $800,000. For it and it’s got to be basically gutted, it needs a new kitchen, bathrooms, AC, heating system, I can’t believe how stupidly expensive houses are today.
The irony of your comment and your name…
I'm a 62 year old woman in constant pain. I work full time and own my home. My eldest son lives with me at 36 years old because it simply makes sense for both of us.
He will have a paid for home when I die and is able to work a stress free job without sacrificing his entire life as a wage slave.
Your son and DIL have been completely screwed out of enjoying life by our generation. And you seem to think that's perfectly fine. You should be ashamed of yourself.
@@flawedexistence really? I should be ashamed of myself? I have worked my entire life to pay for my home and my children’s education, when I die I will be leaving my home and every dime I have left to both my children, what exactly do I have to be ashamed of?
Sit down flawed and read something. We are almost out of time and you will not be allowed to own anything by the end of the decade. You will be the one holding the bag, sadly.
Why, lou?
You should do a van tour. I love seeing lot's of different layouts.
Great video; everything you said is spot on. You shouldn't have deleted the comment though. Our haters make us greater. You stay strong and have some good luck out there.
Oh, and it's not cheating the system, it's gaming the system, making it work for you. That is what upsets some people, that they are trapped by the system.
Hey young one, live your life anyway you want as long as are not hurting anyone. This life style will make you stronger and able to survive better than that person criticizing you. God bless you!😊
this is my first time here.... congrats on your decision. Subbed to despite that commenter. keep on living for you . cheers from west Canada
I see you young guys doing Vanlife and saving up your money instead of paying off someone else’s mortgage.When the time is right you’ll have a nice chunk of money to put down on a home. Very smart move. I wish I had done that when I was a young man.
Good job my friend . Thank you for being Brave
You rock, I wish that I would have heard of this when I was younger. Good on you for avoiding some of the traps of this realm.
ooops, I forgot Biden, Trump, Harris.
I recently had a similar comment on my channel and I knew it came from a place of jealousy so my response was “Yeah, people work their whole lives in hopes of getting a taste of this lifestyle” then he changed his tuned and said he agreed.
Yeah and people make incredible sacrifices to move their lives into a van. Nothing cheating about it, it's all hard work.
you are doing great Matt keep moving forward man,cheers David.
Thanks David! Appreciate the support.
Respect to you man
Doing same thing
Selling house moving into a high top Ford e250 . Love it. Have 9-5. Life is awesome. No more mortgage and property taxes. Will save at least 60k a year. Will feed a nice fat 401k and retire at 50. Congratulations on good life.
Same here, throwing all my savings into S&P500!
Aloha - You tell him….put him in place and shut him up 🤙
Well said brother I been in my van 12 years
Nice!
No idea why people feel the need to be mean.
Me too, and thank you so much!! 👊
I loved your video..first time here and I loved it.
I am starting next month. I just bought my van. Home taxes just went up times 2 plus. No reason. Cost of anything to do with a home is expensive. That's if you can find anyone to do the job. A van is smart. Anything bigger is not.
Lots of bots out here.... use keen discernment...you rock
yeah, i wouldn't want to do vanlife normally but because of rent prices ive just been feeling like im on a hamster wheel going absolutely nowhere. earn money and spend it same month each month on rent mostly
I did the hamster wheel thing for years and have nothing to show for it!
Don't pay attention to bs comments. There are jealous people everywhere. Cheers.......
That red interior is ........unique.
I wish I wasn’t disabled and could have your life style and it’s a job believe it or not you have to be strong to live that life it’s a sacrifice like everything else we choose to do in life if your van breaks down that’s your home and transportation all at once and yes you can save a lot more then renting or mortgage paying water lights gas trash keep up the work love I found your channel 🎉
The risk is high but so is the reward! Thanks for watching!
Some people don't know how to mind their own business.
Complaint Day? Ok! Get yourself a 5+ gallon water container you can fill for free at parks and such. If it seems too skeevy, you could always add a good filter. Most normal people admire what you are doing! Don't let the .0001% get under your skin. We love you!
You’re from Boston where the Liberty movement began. So keep pursuing your happiness, it’s your right.
Thanks! Exactly! Spirit of '76!!!
Enjoying your channel. Thnx
Don't let the haters get you down.
thanks!
lol I get similar comments. Just ignore them mate. Keep it up!
Haters gonna hate. Your life looks very good to be.
The downside of social media is the weird negativity it seems to encourage in some people.
Love ya. I also live in a van. I will never pay rent again.
You are a philosopher, a rare trait...very cool
🙌 Nice Job
Thanks 🔥
AMEN, and thx for the great video, and all those nut jobs out there that don't like this and other alternative things,to bad for you, I feel bad for you guys that don't like how others are keep on paying high rents and other crap, I think this is a great idea I'm even thinking of doing the same as this guy and I hope others will do it as well.