17 Things to Know BEFORE VAN LIFE // F.A.Q. Series

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Published 2019-11-03

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== TIME CODE ==
1:48 - #17: Make a detailed budget (then add money to it)
2:24 - #16: Care dealerships won’t take you seriously
4:47 - #15: Don’t be afraid to ask for help
5:34 - #14: Do your research
6:25 - #13: Good vs. bad info online
7:09 - #12: It’s okay to stay longer (or shorter)
8:39 - #11: Van life can be lonely so be intentional
9:18 - #10: Create routine
10:22 - #9: Some people won’t “get it”
11:33 - #8: Everything takes longer than you think
12:38 - #7: You never stop learning
13:34 - #6: Problems are magnified in a van
15:04 - #5: Your problems will follow you into van life
15:46 - #4: Don’t compare
16:53 - #3: Leave places better than you found them
19:08 - #2: It’s okay to hate van life
20:27 - #1: Document it for yourself

Today we’re giving y’all a list of 17 things we wish we had known before hitting the road. The points range from buying a van all the way to everyday tasks on the road. If you’re considering the van life for a bit, these 17 things to consider might be for you! (note: we don’t know everything nor do we claim to, these are just lessons we’ve learned along the way.)

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All Comments (21)

@patriamia8319 4 years ago

I love your approach to van life. It isn't the usual blah, blah, blah. It's down earth, practical and joyful at the same time. Thank you.
@timzuchowski7622 4 years ago

“Leave places better than you found them..” Yes!
@saniamoore 4 years ago

Number 9. People don't get it! Oh my God it's soooo true.... We live in a caravan and I have been offered really poor jobs for cash because people think I need the money lol... They have the best intentions and I feel blessed people care but we're not poor and I don't need a second job 😂 we're houseless not homeless...
@shoshannaperry5518 1 year ago

Hi, I watch a lot of van videos, 74 yr old thinking about giving up renting, too expensive, and moving into van...until.. Your video us refreshing... honest and love it. Thank you..for your candor.
@thoughtsinpassing2968 4 years ago

"Through Sharing We ALL Grow !" is a philosophy I adhere to. ..thanks for sharing your take on van life.
@LauraGarcia-wn1uw 4 years ago

I'm renovating my dads old van for fun / maybe college and the way you guys explain things so clearly and easily has made my process SO much easier. Thank you guys so much!
@mrjake2132 4 years ago

Great video, thanks. Every one needs to reminded of #3 ~ Leave places the way you found them or better.
@hfortenberry 4 years ago

Y'all are so adorable! I love the FAQ series! I think this has been my favorite so far. I've seen many other "Things I wish I knew before moving into a van" videos and this one is so good. You guys cover a lot of topics that I've not heard discussed before. VERY helpful!
@Asanz2727 4 years ago

Thank you so much for your videos. They are soo awesome. I see a lot of van life videos that are more of free careless type of personality people and for me personally, I hate cutting corners, I hate not feeling safe or like i am doing something on a whim and it’s nice to see people like me who moved forward with something so bold. Your videos are very informative and very comforting to me since you actually have the coziness of a home, practicality and safety that I would need in order to be able to make this happen.
@Squigglydodah 4 years ago

This was a really good FAQ and thanks for not spreading the fantasy BS that others often shovel:)
@PaulCarterArt 4 years ago

Great tips and reminders of Van life and learning by doing daily. Learning to truly know thyself is a big part of the journey and ones perception is key. Thanks for sharing.
@le_th_ 4 years ago

Appreciate and respect your honesty. Thank you for sharing your subjective opinions and tips; it's both insightful and helpful. Happy new year!
@Hanginwithherky 4 years ago

Awesome video ! We don’t live in our tiny camper but we do spend over 60 nights a year in it with our travels. A lot of your points cross over into every day life. I love your points about leaving it better than you found it. Safe travels
@DangerDan 4 years ago

I love how realistically you see this great, weird adventure. Thank you for sharing this openly with us! 😊
@mikosoft 4 years ago

This is the first vanlife channel I subscribed to, you two are great down to earth and honest.
@businesscareerpillar 3 years ago

From Australia🇦🇺, THANK YOU SO MUCH, I am still learning as well, really appreciate and am grateful for your honesty and you VLOG as I do my research. Travel Safe, stay well. 🙋🏻‍♀️
@Scrambler85 4 years ago

Great video, the 2 of You are always interesting. Lots of good points. Always a thumbs up 👍
@cherylmckay9347 3 years ago

Thanks guys this is a great open and honest account and really appreciated YOU ROCK!!
@lacertebeatrice 2 years ago

First time watching you guys, and I can feel your vibe of happinness throught all the moments of highs and lows! Feels like you really love vanlife! Makes me excited for my next chapter! 🌠
@thefangirlray 4 years ago

I have been watching so many van lifers and you guys are my favorite because you guys seem the most real.