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    Hello

    I hear your pain and uncertainty. As many here have commented, you just have to step out into uncertainty. No other choice. You'll never know enough. Find somewhere to start that will allow - cook, eat, clean, sleep, relax, potty, drink, stay dry and comfortable. Have an emergency fund. Then...
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    Lifestyle feasibility for 70+ with health problems

    just make sure you have old-school Medicare plan A which allows you to go anywhere in the country for medical care you should also have a Medigap policy Plan B and if you are impoverished you can work with your local Human Services to get a Medicaid backup and also to have them pay your medicare...
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    What are you reading?

    ask your library if they support the Libby app (formerly overdrive). This app allows you to check out ebooks or audiobooks "over the phone" and complete them on your phone. There's also an app called Kanopy that let's you check out movies, etc. Also explore if they offer the Gale/Udemy app which...
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    Sales Event of the Year...?? SOLD!

    How would you like to be contacted regard "speak to me directly about the asking price"? And would you provide your mechanic's contact info?
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    Sales Event of the Year...?? SOLD!

    few questions 1. have you run for codes on the diagnostic computer (probably too old for that)? 2. Any check engine light incidents in the last 2 years (if it has one)? 3, Have you run an engine diagnostics, cylinder compression, etc. 4. Any visible evidence of leak stains in the driveway? 5...
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    Broke down in Indiana

    consider the Homes on Wheels Alliance (HOWA) emergency fund to get some help. Nothing guaranteed, but they're set up to help folks in temporary distress. Just google it
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    Bank account issue

    try an online only bank, e.g. Ally. They might be easier
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    HOWA. WHERE TO DONATE?

    also @ https://howa.rallyup.com/2021rtrs or howa.support
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    Honda generator won't start

    biggest cause of power lawn mower failures is gas going bad, sitting too long. have you changed out the fuel?
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    noob planning

    if you have relatives or kids that would cooperate with you then just use their address for all your legal requirements. verify but I think that probably violates post office regulations but the bottom line is the post office never enforces they will just deliver their mail as if you live there...
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    Newbie

    if you are renting month to month and don't voluntarily move, then either the old or new landlord has to evict you. Check with your local courts and sheriff's office to see if they are even processing evictions. If you have a lease, then the sale would be subject to your lease, i.e. you get to...
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    air fryer cooking

    roast every kind of vegetable - dramatic flavor difference. Bacon perfect. French fries crispy.
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    Is anyone still in Quartzsite this time of year?

    find out from your storage owner who handles their auctions for rent non-payment. Arrange a private sale with that auctioneer where people can look at your stuff before they bid (normally they can't) and sell in one bid. If nobody bids, you have nothing of value. At least you'll know the...
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    Raw Land an Pahrump

    look at the tax lien sale process in Nye county where Pahrump is. When you don't pay your property taxes, most counties place a lien and auction the lien which can be converted into your title. Somewhat complicated and different for each county usually. But your advantage is the money boys that...
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    New build in Chevy Express

    find out who the Chevy regional service manager is (call Detroit or some local dealerships). They cover a large region for the manufacturer and usually know their stuff or where to get the answers. Charm your way in and build a relationship. Lots of other folks could use the connection too.
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    Securing front door from the inside

    thanks for sharing. A nifty hack
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    FRUSTRATED-NEED ADVICE ON VAN BUYING

    hate to suggest another research project, but one alternative for cheap is to review the auctions that tow companies have when they take vehicles off the street on parking impound. Would need a good mechanic to back you up. Check with your local parking enforcement on how it works. Cheap buy...
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    Hi there (not yet van dwelling but moving toward it)

    don't fall for "paralysis of analysis". You'll never know enough. But you sound savvy. You'll figure it out as you go along. If you join rvillage (free) and identify your general location and hit the right setting you'll be notified if another member comes to your area. Go meet them (CDC...
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    Help needed summer of 2021

    make sure to get a "roadside stand" permit when finished. Lots of van dwellers roam Colorado in the summer and would love a spot to get fresh produce, particularly from someone who seems to know what they're doing
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    Buying Cheap Land?

    check out gramkracker's youtube channel. He just did 2 episodes on tax lien sales in AZ. Very few people know about this. I've been messing with them for 40 years. Only downside is every county in the country has different rules. Advantage is the money players avoid vacant land. Another point...
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