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We currently own a 1993 Foretravel MH. We've been full-timing in it for just over a year now, and really like it. We're starting to look ahead to the day when we want/need a different coach. How do we handle the transition? Since Foretravels aren't made in huge numbers, many, if not most, owners sell privately, and buy their next coach after their current one drives away. Others are able to let MOT handle a consignment sale. Either way, though, most of those folks have a S&B to live in between coaches. Our S&B finally sold in August, so all of our earthly goods are here in the coach with us.
We've talked about, when the day comes to sell this coach, listing it for sale and then continuing on with our travels. When the buyer comes to take it away, we simply move into an extended-stay hotel while we look for the next one. Yes, in the real world we'll probably start looking for the next one before we list this one, but my question really concerns what to do between selling this coach and buying the next one. We'd rather not get a loan and own two coaches.
Not really something I've thought about for the future, but it's a good question. I'm not sure an extended stay hotel would be the right answer for us, we use those when we fly to visit family and within a few days I'm tired of all the limitations of trying to operate in a kitchen with so few cooking utensils, pans, gadgets, etc.
What about renting a fully furnished apartment for a minimum lease time? Or if you are somewhere with seasonal accommodations, could you rent a cabin? We have some non-RVer friends who rent a cabin every summer for 3 months and they seem to find a new location every summer to explore. You might have to put some of your things in storage, but for a short period of time that shouldn't be too expensive.
Thanks, Dale and Ruth. Since we're full-timers, all of our stuff would go into wherever we go, so Jo Ann would have her pots, pans, and dishes. A cabin might also be a possibility, although I'm guessing that they are pretty much rented during their rental season. One might be available at the end of the season, though.
First your MH is one of the best looking "classic" MHs out there. In most every park in have been in and where one has pulled in they alway draw attention.
In your situation I think I would certainly look at trading at a dealer. I think giving up a thousand to keep from having to rent a short term place to stay would be worth it. You might have to try several dealers but if your not in a rush that's OK.
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Paul & Kathy
2014 Phaeton 42LH
"When the time comes to look back, make sure you will like what you see"
