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ssignor · 12-30-2017, 09:49 AM

Well my wings have been clipped as i need to go into my office 2 - 3 days a week where I was previously a full time telecommuter for the past 7 years. I would do 3 - 4 months in the RV (winter where it was warm) then 3 months in the sticks and bricks.
My commute from the sticks and bricks is 1 - 2 hours each way to the office. So we decided to sell our sticks and bricks and live full time in our RV and stay at a RV park that is 15 - 20 min away from my office. Has anyone else been in this situation or done the same thing?

Am I crazy to give up my 5k sq ft home to stay in a RV park full time in 430 sq ft?

By doing this I will save on gas/wear and tear on my car. I will also not have taxes/mortgage/utilities/RV storage costs etc... anymore. I am in North East GA near Lake lanier, so it still gets cold here Dec - Mar.

dexters · 12-30-2017, 09:56 AM

It depends upon how many years you will be doing it. Atl area is a hot real estate market, so you could be passing up on making money on a home.

ssignor · 12-30-2017, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by dexters

It depends upon how many years you will be doing it. Atl area is a hot real estate market, so you could be passing up on making money on a home.

I am thinking 1 - 2 years then retire hopefully. That is why I am selling now as it appears to be a hot market and that could change real quickly. I can get enough to be debt free with cash and then save more for an upgrade and retirement. We do not need the house we are living in as it is just too big for the 2 of us.

nothermark · 12-30-2017, 10:31 AM

My question is how do you plan on living once you retire? We will never full time for a variety of reasons but one of them is giving up our hobby spaces. That puts us in the keep the S&B camp. If you don't have that kind of issue then sell out and think about what to do next.

ssignor · 12-30-2017, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by nothermark

My question is how do you plan on living once you retire? We will never full time for a variety of reasons but one of them is giving up our hobby spaces. That puts us in the keep the S&B camp. If you don't have that kind of issue then sell out and think about what to do next.

We do not have hobbies that require home space. Golf/Bowling etc.. are our hobbies. We plan on traveling and staying wherever we want for as long as we want within North America. Lots of places to see.

MWKingSD · 12-30-2017, 11:34 AM

My wife & are are in a similar situation and are having a similar discussion. What it's coming down to for us is we still "need" the stick home, it doesn't have to be in the high-priced are near an employer. Some thinking that we will sell the current stick house and buy another in a lower cost area with room to park the motor home on-site. I'd consider the 'casita' or 'RV port' developments for MHs but I've not found one in an area in which I'd like to live

Dutch Star Don · 12-30-2017, 11:44 AM

I think I would stay in my house and commute. As quickly as your job changed, it could change back. I did a 1-2 hour commute for 35 years, I don't think doing it for 1-2 years will kill you. It can actually be a good time to do business....to and from work.

C.Martin · 12-30-2017, 12:03 PM

I could do the RV thing in a minute... I like your Coach, btw...

If you find a good place, convenient, good neighbors, etc...I think you’ll be happy. On the flip side...if you find a place not so fulfilling...it could leave you wanting for home. The nice thing is...if you’re not thrilled, drive away and find another space.

We’re not getting rid of our house...but are playing roulette with going full-time. I’m a pilot on a shrinking bid status. Should they displace me, we’ve decided to head out to Dallas, so I can fly the 787 as an FO for a little while. Then I would bid back to my base in MIA when we have seen enough of Texas...to fly Captain again on the A320. If it happens, it happens, if it doesn’t, it doesn’t.

When I reach 65...and quit flying professionally —- we plan on doing multiple jaunts each year of one to three months. It will be a new found freedom...and we’ll have to see what floats our proverbial boat. I am looking forward to the journey.

You said a 1-2 hour commute...in Atlanta doesn’t that equate to about 15 miles???

Just kidding. I grew up there...mostly Smyrna, a handful of years closer to Decatur. Lots of things to do...just too much traffic these days.

Anyway...have fun!! Sorry you got roped into office work from telecommuting :(

ssignor · 12-30-2017, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Dutch Star Don

I think I would stay in my house and commute. As quickly as your job changed, it could change back. I did a 1-2 hour commute for 35 years, I don't think doing it for 1-2 years will kill you. It can actually be a good time to do business....to and from work.

I am not willing to do that commute anymore. It gets really frustrating and doing business while driving is not safe or appealing. I am in IT and need to look at the computer. If my job requirements do change then I am already in the coach and ready to travel and work from where ever I choose. No housing responsibilities except the one on wheels.

ssignor · 12-30-2017, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by C.Martin

I could do the RV thing in a minute... I like your Coach, btw...

If you find a good place, convenient, good neighbors, etc...I think you’ll be happy. On the flip side...if you find a place not so fulfilling...it could leave you wanting for home. The nice thing is...if you’re not thrilled, drive away and find another space.

We’re not getting rid of our house...but are playing roulette with going full-time. I’m a pilot on a shrinking bid status. Should they displace me, we’ve decided to head out to Dallas, so I can fly the 787 as an FO for a little while. Then I would bid back to my base in MIA when we have seen enough of Texas...to fly Captain again on the A320. If it happens, it happens, if it doesn’t, it doesn’t.

When I reach 65...and quit flying professionally —- we plan on doing multiple jaunts each year of one to three months. It will be a new found freedom...and we’ll have to see what floats our proverbial boat. I am looking forward to the journey.

You said a 1-2 hour commute...in Atlanta doesn’t that equate to about 15 miles???

Just kidding. I grew up there...mostly Smyrna, a handful of years closer to Decatur. Lots of things to do...just too much traffic these days.

Anyway...have fun!! Sorry you got roped into office work from telecommuting :(

C.Martin it is actually 23 miles. No East to West highways (Lawrenceville <--> Alpharetta)

MSHappyCampers · 12-30-2017, 12:59 PM

Go for it!

Good luck, happy trails, and God bless!

twogypsies · 12-30-2017, 01:33 PM

I think what your plans are would be ideal for you. Go for it!! Yes, there are thousands and thousands out there doing what you want to do. When you start traveling you'll find them.

We were so fortunate to have done it for 16 awesome years. Wouldn't have traded it for anything. The market is at an all-time high right now but it's not going to last. Sell your home and invest wisely.

KenZ71 · 12-30-2017, 02:23 PM

How about both? That is bargain with employer to remain a WFH and relocate the rig to a nice location?

Is there such a thing in the ATL area as a reasonable commute?

rvbiker45 · 12-30-2017, 03:35 PM

I would say go-for-it. If you both should decide that you really do not like living in an RV, buy another house. New listings come on the market in every city in the country, every day.
Just imagine how many commuting hours you are spending driving back and forth to work each day just to satisfy the financial commitment that owning the house requires. A lot!
I can also assure you that all of the things that you possess in your home are not necessary to be comfortable. They are just stuff. You spent a lot of hours on the road to go to work to pay for stuff. Think about it.

Good luck with the decision, it sounds like it has already been made. You are trying to get used to how it really sounds. Sounds good to me. JMHO