Teresa,

First of all, welcome to the RV Dreams forums.  You have certainly found a good source for asking questions and getting answers.  The folks here are "becoming famous" for their knowledge, helpfulness, friendliness, and encouraging nature.

Then there is me.

Second: Wow!  How about choosing a little bit larger font for your posts?  I recently had cataract surgery in both eyes and haven't gotten new glasses yet, so focusing on small letters can be difficult.

As for doing this lifestyle and working as you plan, take into consideration where it is that you may be working.  If you are going to be working up in colder climates, be sure that your RV is capable of handling the colder temperatures.  Enclosed bottoms, hopefully somewhat heated, good insulation, and efficient windows will be important.  When looking at different RV's check to see if the manufacturer will warranty them when the owners are living in them full-time.  Some don't and others "hedge around" the answer when they go to answer that question.

By all means, choose your RV first and then choose a truck that is capable of handling an RV of that size and weight.  I say "handling" because you want a truck that will safely tow, maneuver, and stop that size trailer.  It is dangerous to have a heavier trailer than what the truck is capable of handling.

As for being new with a fifth wheel, don't let that bother you.  There are some folks here that just recently towed theirs for the first time and had no problems.  It is all about having the right attitude and not being afraid of trying something different.  Good luck with all your research and planning.

Terry