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French web developer sells house, moves into 2005 motorhome

02.07.2026 17:45 1 min 1 source
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French web developer sells house, moves into 2005 motorhome
Original source: Autobahn

Ronan, a resident of Brest, sold his 60 sq m house for €112,000 and bought a used 2005 motorhome for €22,000. Since spring 2022, he has been traveling and working freelance, saving €300–400 per month on a net income of €1,600–1,800. However, experts note that this model requires location-independent work, minimalism, and acceptance of seasonal costs; in the Netherlands, permanent motorhome living faces tax and administrative hurdles.

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