RV Lifestyle Expert

How do you handle an unexpected death while living on the road full-time. It can be complex and nerve-wracking while you are grieving. We need all the help we can get while away from family and close friends. Find out the steps to take and who to call for comfort. As mentioned in the podcast, below are the numbers to call and the web addresses to find help.  Call this number to talk to someon...

RVing in cold temperatures is a different mindset from other seasons. Discussion:   * Winter Storage   * Traveling in Cold Temperatures  * What to look for in Arctic RV Packages  * Warranties  * GPS Links: RV101 with Mark Polk - Winter Storage https://rv101withmarkpolk.com/2017/11/06/7-easy-steps-to-winterizing-your-rv-plumbing-system/ Margo's Book: Conquer the R...

The latest Covid-19 tips for holiday travelers https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/travel-planner/index.html RV Shows Still Happening in January and February 2021 RV Park Site Cancellation Fees Reminder Recycle Old Electronics https://www.e-cycle.com/contact Margo's Book: Conquer the Road: RV Maintenance for Travelers https://amzn.to/2L5H7bk

- Quality Gifts for the Holidays - Dog Training Technology BarxBuddy  https://www.barxbuddytrainer.com/enV1/deal.php Mobile Dog Gear Travel Bag https://www.chewy.com/mobile-dog-gear-week-away-tote-pet/dp/188167 Chuck Woodbury Book ABCs of RVing : https://www.amazon.com/ABCs-RVing-Everything-wanted-afraid/dp/0578787873/ref=sr_1_1 Clear Face Shiel d https://www.amazon.com/Glasses-Transparent-An...

So . . . now that the house is gone. If you have thought this through rather than made a snap decision, you have come up with a plan. Set a date to start your new life. Make changes to this plan as you move toward the goal.  Some helpful suggestions that may not of occurred to you from Margo's archives (26 years of life on the road). Mentioned in the podcast: Duck Pack & Track - The stora...

Enjoy the holidays and stay safe by following two common sense suggestions. Mentioned in the podcast: New type of comfortable, see-through, fog-free face shield for safe social mixing over the holidays .   https://www.amazon.com/Glasses-Transparent-Anti-Fog-Reusable-Protective/dp/B08G1QPRSN/ref=sr_1_6 Margo's Book on Amazon: " For Women Only: RV Lifestyle Collection 1, The Adventure of a...

If living the RV lifestyle is your dream, don't let the lack of funds keep you from experiencing the adventure of a lifetime. There are so many ways to make a living and still enjoy the good life. Margo offers 5 tips to help you resolve roadblocks to achieving your goal. Workamper News offers weekly updates on jobs available for RVers.(https://www.workampers.com) Communication tools for RVers with...

If planning to move into an RV for a life on the road, the urgency to get rid of that last big obstacle (your house) may become an obsession. I know because this happened to me. You can save yourself a lot of money (and headaches) by selling the house yourself. Learn a few tips today about how the Real Estate market really works.  For the step-by-step plan, pick up Margo's book: Selling Your...

Learning as much as you can about your rig before roaring off into the sunset pays off. But I suspect the anxiety is building. Stepping into the cab of a new machine can be terrifying. Even if it’s just the new-to-you huge pickup that tows the trailer or fifth wheel. Are you sure you can back into a small space with confidence? What about the skills that are necessary to back in that small space w...

With all the anxiety impacting our world today, learning new habits could save our health and our lives. Take a few minutes to relax and let go.  Learn to Say What You Think.  Training dogs to sniff out COVID 19. For the rest of the story:  * Training dogs to sniff out COVID 19:  https://newatlas.com/medical/uk-researchers-dog-detect-covid-19/  * Toxic People: https:/...

For those of you just starting your RV adventure, one of the mental preparations to make for the first trip (and really all future trips) is patience. You may have heard the rumor that maintenance can be ongoing and expensive. “Be maintenance ready” is a phase that resounds with all RV travelers, and many that just live in an RV all year.  My book: Conquer the Road: RV Maintenance for Travele...

Having spent 25 years on the road, 10 years as a solo, Margo offers some suggestions on how to start the solo RV lifestyle. Support Clubs: Escapees.com [https://www.escapees.com] RVing Women [https://www.rvingwomen.org] Wandering Individuals Network [https://www.rvsingles.org] RV Lifestyle Experts website [https://rvlifestyleexperts.com]

This episode about campground rules is designed to alert you to the restrictions many campgrounds and resorts are placing on visitors this summer. Being thrown out of a park is not fun. With campgrounds and resorts filled to capacity, you may be homebound sooner than you expect. For more information about the RV Lifestyle, visit Amazon and pick up my book, "The RV Lifestyle Collection" https://amz...

What most people exploring the details of the RV lifestyle want to know is “can I afford to live this dream?” This podcast is dedicated to answering that question. If you set a budget for your travels, get the most for your money. Here are some suggestions to maximize your dollar and have fun too. For more information, explore my book, "How to Save Money While Enjoying the RV Lifestyle" at Amazon:...

Discussion of typical maintenance costs related to each class of RV. For more information on the RV Lifestyle, take a look at my RV Lifestyle Collection eBook, https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g

Part 1: Finding the Right RV for Your Lifestyle Different classes of RVs available are Class A, Class C, Class B, Travel Trailer, Fifth Wheel, and Class B/B+. Find out which one works for you. I discuss cost and features of each to help you make the right choice. For more information on the RV Lifestyle, take a look at my RV Lifestyle Collection eBook, https://amzn.to/2LQoE3g

“Full-timers” consist of thousands of construction, energy, and medical workers, living mobile out of necessity for their jobs, as well as retired and gig-economy folks who sold their “sticks-and-bricks” homes to live a nomadic lifestyle. Displaying the entrepreneurial spirit for which the RV industry is known, businesses and services are adapting swiftly to help these displaced RVers. Here are so...

Towing Rules of the Road Start your RV lifestyle safely by learning the towing rules of the road in each state. If you are new to towing or just need to be reminded about the different state laws, here in a capsule are the main requirements.   Reference: [https://www.motorists.org/blog/rules-regulations-towing-vehicle/] Excellent Guides: [https://www.trailerlife.com/trailer-towing-guides/] Ma...

Is the RV Industry in a Death Spiral?  Maybe, maybe not. Starting in 2008, the RV industry headed into a slump that lasted until 2010. As the industry started to turn around, manufacturers decided on a  survival plan, build cheap and sell high. This podcast takes a look at what really happened. This podcast highlights the RV Dealers participation in the Death Spiral. Margo's Book: RV Lif...

Is the RV Industry in a Death Spiral?  Maybe, maybe not. Starting in 2008, the RV industry headed into a slump that lasted until 2010. As the industry started to turn around, manufacturers decided on a  survival plan, build cheap and sell high. This podcast takes a look at what really happened. This podcast -Part 1 - presents the RV Manufacturer's part in the RV Death Spiral. Margo's Boo...

To give my audience a taste of the topics to come in future monthly podcasts, several episodes are available today. I plan to cover changes in the RV industry, new RV designs, innovations, environmental bulletins, and my observations on the RV lifestyle. Please feel free to respond by clicking the “voice message” link. Be aware that I may replay these messages in my podcast when appropriate. Any o...