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Frenchman sells house, moves into camper: saves €400 per month

13.07.2026 06:40 1 min 2 sources РУС
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Frenchman sells house, moves into camper: saves €400 per month
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Ronan from Brest sold his 60 sq m home for €112,000, bought a used 2005 motorhome for €22,000, and has been traveling since spring 2022. With an income of €1,600–1,800, he saves €300–400 monthly.

French web developer Ronan sold his 60 sq m house in Brest for €112,000 and moved into a used 2005 motorhome purchased for €22,000. He spent €800 on fitting it out. Since spring 2022, he has been traveling and working as a freelancer using mobile internet. His clients are unaware of his lifestyle.

His monthly expenses are around €200 for fuel and €240–300 per year for gas. In winter, he stays at campsites for €20 per night. With a net income of €1,600–1,800 per month, he saves €300–400, which was impossible when he owned a house.

Experts note that this model requires location-independent work, minimalism, and readiness for seasonal costs. In the Netherlands, permanent residence in a motorhome is complicated by tax and administrative restrictions.

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Man sells house for €112,000, moves into camper van, saves €400 per month

05.07.2026 Racing.nl NLD Original source

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