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Living in a caravan: giving up rent and mortgage for freedom

18.02.2026 12:41 1 min 1 source
CHIP Online TUR
Living in a caravan: giving up rent and mortgage for freedom
Original source: CHIP Online

An American family purchased and renovated an old travel trailer for full-time living. The decision came after struggling with mortgage payments in Florida in 2014. They worked multiple part-time jobs for a year to pay off over $60,000 in debt before exploring more affordable living options.

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