Where do I start?

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    The Minivan - The Gateway to Van Life

    Do you want to start van life, but don’t know where to start or feel like it’s out of reach? Maybe you just need some practical ideas to get the ball rolling.

    For many, a larger, more traditional campervan is out of reach financially. This doesn’t mean you have to wait on the sidelines and watch.

    A minivan is a great way to get started in van life, giving you the ability to explore and at a more affordable entry point.

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    Pre-Recorded Webinar: Minivan Living: Discovering Boundless Freedom on a Budget. 

    Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey towards boundless freedom and adventure? Join me in ""Minivan Living: Discovering Boundless Freedom on a Budget!"" where we'll explore the magic of minivans and how they can be your perfect entry point into the world of vanlife.

    We'll discuss why minivans are a great option, how to find the perfect minivan, the essentials for a functional minivan home, the practicalities of maintenance and upkeep, and more!

    Get ready to rewrite the rules and embrace the beauty of vanlife, while keeping your budget intact. Adventure awaits, my friends!

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    Quick Start to Van Life - The Bare Minimum

    Are you ready to get on the road and want or need to do it quickly? Here’s a plan to get there at lightning speed.

    Those fancy Instagram vans can be seriously intimidating and feel like an expensive fantasy that’s out of reach; and unless you have a trust fund or a rich uncle who recently passed away, you probably don’t have $150k to drop on a luxurious van.

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    Terms

    When starting to learn about van life, you are sure to come across some new words or acronyms you may have not heard before!

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    Converting a Van into a Camper

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    Downsizing

    By letting go of excess stuff, you can gain so much more. Downsizing allows us to focus on what truly matters. It's about prioritizing experiences over possessions.

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    Van Life Mentoring

    You can sign up for one session or as many as you’d like.

    Sessions are 1 hour each, laser focused, and full of value. I will be over the top generous with thoughts, ideas, intuition, and knowledge. You’ll have clear action items following our session and also receive recordings of each session, so you can refer to them forever.

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    Money to Start Van Life

    Do you want to start van life, but don’t know where to start or feel like it’s out of reach? Maybe you just need some practical ideas to get the ball rolling.

    For many, a larger, more traditional campervan is out of reach financially. This doesn’t mean you have to wait on the sidelines and watch.

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    Planning YOUR Van Life

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    Choosing a Van - What Makes A Good Van

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    Equip your Van

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    Quick Start to Van Life - The Bare Minimum

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    Start up Costs

Join the Van Life Membership!

Join the Van Life Membership!

Nomad Know-How: Your Roadmap to Thriving in Van Life
$9.00
Every month
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Every year

Founding member price available for a limited time!


✓ A Supportive, Vibrant Community
✓ Tailored Guides and Resources
✓ Live Q&A Sessions Monthly
✓ TWO Free workbooks
✓ Free 30 minute call with the annual membership