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I can't speak so much for what other's do, but I believe with thoughtful decision-making, comes longer-term rewards.

  I agree! I believe minimalism is the ticket in this day and age. Debt is something to be avoided, and credit is something to use only in true blue emergencies. Wages stagnate, housing, school, and medical expenses continue to climb. I believe living small is the only rational answer unless one...

I envision I'll be in a van for the next 5-7 years. I'll save my money while in school and working, and possible graduate school. And with that, I should have enough saved to outright purchase a plot of land, say around 10 acres, and then build my home. At present, I'm renting with housemates on...

I will be stealthing in the city, and boondocking as time allows. I'm a veteran, and get paid to go to school. It would be silly of me to not utilize the GI Bill. So I'll be sticking around the cities, likely in Florida, and doing my best to save. I'm no fan of debt, especially with interest...

I can't truly comment, as I'm still housed and polishing off my last little bit of debt. But I would hope you would have some money saved prior to fully switching. Do you have the money/know-how to repair the van *right now?* If not, I would suggest waiting. What will you do if you break down...

For those living out of vehicle, and working, how has saving money been for you? Do you feel the lifestyle has been beneficial to meeting financial goals? My hope is to purchase an inexpensive plot of land, and build a cobb house. That takes money however, and I cannot think of a better way to...

I'm just joining myself, but welcome to the forums. I'd be interested in hearing how the Alaska trip goes, especially as it pertains to seasonal work if you happen to glean any information while up there.

Just joining the forums. I posted once, years ago whilst in a very unhappy situation. I recall Cyndi, Highdesertranger, and a few others that I'm happy to see are still posting. Would be kind of cool to identify who the veterans here are. Also, if anyone is in the PNW, and needs help, let me...