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Why Rent a Motorhome or RV? |
 October of 2020 Features: Our Future in an RV
"I have lived in the Kansas City area my entire life. I've worked in law enforcement one way or another since 1985, working both full and part-time. I've always been an outdoors type beginning with family camping trips, Boy Scouts and all the free outdoor vacations paid for by my Uncle Sam while in the Army. I've owned a pop-up and 30 foot travel trailer in the past, as well as renting a 25ft Class C in 2015. Karen is originally from Michigan. Spent much of her working life in the health industry where hospital billing is her specialty. She retired in 2015. Decided to major in business while in college which made me a numbers person on top of being a micro-planner. Married my lovely wife Karen and never looked back. Now I'm looking forward to our retirement years and trying to not "wish my life away" waiting for the day to come. Feels like I'm 15 again, wishing I was 16 and could drive. When Karen and I decided traveling fulltime in an RV was in our future we initially thought 2023 was the year we would leave. Like so many others, we tried to figure out a way to leave earlier. To that end, I came up with our estimated retirement income and used budgets for our style of travel which other full-timers had posted. Then we started saving to leave earlier. In August of 2019 we sold the house and moved into the fifth wheel full time. I was still working for about the next five weeks before we left Kansas City. We ended up ordering a 2019 Vanleigh Vilano 320GK and bought a one year old dually Ram 3500." For more rv Blogs visit our RV Travelogues section. |
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There are many reasons why renting a motorhome instead of  purchasing may be a good solution. For the individual who has limited vacation time, a short term vacation on wheels without the long term costs associated with rv ownership may be the best option. The outright costs associated with buying an rv from a dealer include; licensing fees, insurance, storage and ongoing maintenance. Couple these costs with a relatively quick depreciation rate and the motorhome rental option begins to look better by the moment.
Another reason to rent an rv is for first time buyers. Try before you buy. You may not always be able to rent the exact model rv you wish to purchase but you will be able to find out the things you must have and those you can live without. One can also get an overall sense of their comfort level driving, parking and living in an rv for a time.
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Choosing an insurance company for your rv may seem like a difficult and confusing task but done correctly it will save you money and many headaches. Insurance coverage for RV's vary greatly in terms of items covered and in cost, so both aspects must be taken into consideration. What and how much is covered is a basic question, a good starting point is to look for companies which offer total loss replacement, purchase price guarantee, custom equipment coverage, awning replacement coverage, diminishing deductibles, full-timers liability coverage, vacation liability, emergency expense coverage and personal effects (contents) coverage.
You can save hundreds of dollars a year on motorhomes by requesting and comparing quotes from many companies. With most of the companies now offering online quotes, you may now compare many rv insurance companies with just a few clicks and a bit of time. Once you have all the quotes in front of you just compare coverage's based on your needs and budget. If you have any questions make sure to contact the provider to clarify them for you and always get it in writing. Our RV Insurance page lists many companies to begin your search. |
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Nebraska RV Storage Facility Added to RV Resources
Posted on Wednesday October 28, 2020 KCM RV Self Storage of Springfield, NE. KCM RV Self-Storage is the premier self storage solution for RV, boat, trailer, and toy hauler owners in Springfield, NE, and the Southwest Omaha area. We understand the struggles of storing a recreational vehicle. KCM RV Self-Storage is conveniently located just 6 blocks east of 144th Street or 5 miles south of Interstate 80, which makes it easier for you to drop off and pick up your recreational vehicle. To best serve our customers and accommodate their unique needs with vehicle storage, we offer both month-to-month and annual rental rates. Whether you're just looking to move your RV or boat out of the way during a move or you need permanent space back in your driveway we can help you to find the plan that best suits you. Arizona RV Park added to Campground Listings
Posted on Wednesday October 28, 2020 Mesa Spirit RV Resort of Mesa, AZ. We are a Woodalls 5W Resort as well as an American Automobile Association (AAA/CAA) Resort and a Good Sam member that offers very affordable rates, on a daily, weekly, monthly or annual basis depending on your requirements. Our Resort is also Pet Friendly with specific areas set aside for you and your four legged friend. We are located in Mesa, Arizona just west of the beautiful Superstition Mountains. Mesa Spirit is ideally located for all the Central Arizona attractions and offers 1,800 sites with full hook-ups. Big Rigs Welcomed. Cable TV and telephone services are available at each site for an additional fee. Several fee based internet options are available - Wi-Fi or our on-site Computer Lab or you can make use of our Hot Spot at no charge. Montana RV Rental Facility Added
Posted on Monday October 05, 2020 Gardner RV and Trailer Center of Kalispell, MT. Dealer has motorhome and travel trailer rentals. The great outdoors can be experienced from the comfort of your RV rental while you enjoy national parks like the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, and Yellowstone. Visit our website for more details and rates. Motor homes include up to 100 miles per day of rental at no additional charge. Rental customers are required to provide their own insurance on any rental trailer or motorhome. Proof of insurance, valid driver's license and valid credit card required. All travel trailers require vehicles to have brake controllers and 7 way wiring plug ins. All units come with a basic set of cooking pots, pans and cooking utensils. Customers should be prepared to bring or purchase disposable plates and silverware or bring some from home. Bedding, pillows, sleeping bags are not included in any of our rental units. So please bring your own bedding when picking up your rental. Airport pick up is available for our Motor Home rental customers flying in from out of town. |
