Buying a recreational vehicle is a large investment, so first-time buyers should carefully consider some important factors in order to make a good decision. What are your needs? How much recreational vehicle do you need? What recreational vehicle can you afford? Use the following hints to help you narrow down your choices and chose wisely in your recreational vehicle purchase:

1. Motorized or Towable: These are the two basic types of recreational vehicle models. Motorized RVs can be classified by Class A ( a diesel or gas motor coach); Class B (camper van); and Class C (a smaller, miniature motor home on a truck or van chassis). Towable RVs are fifth wheels, toy haulers, tent trailers, and other misc. that must be towed behind a truck or SUV. Which of these is best for you? You should take time to actually get into a wide variety of sizes and recreational vehicle classes, since each has a very unique feel.

2. New or Used recreational vehicle: There are both advantages and disadvantages to both of these kinds of motor homes. In brief, a new RV will come with a manufacturer’s warranty, and you will have the option to customize the motor home to fit your needs. A used RV is beneficial in the price because you have the depreciation factor. If you are thinking about purchasing a motor home used, do some further research on what to look for in a used RV before settling.

3. Assess your situation: Think of size and cost. How many people will be traveling on the road with you? How long will you be traveling on a consistent basis? The prices will range considerably considering size, make, model, amenities, etc. Think about what you will require from living on the road before you purchase.

4. Basic features: Most motor home come with certain features, such as sleeping area, bath, kitchen, so if you are interested in something more luxurious, you will have to be prepared to invest extra money. Every type of RV will have various makes, models, and amenity opportunities for you to choose from. Do you want a full size refrigerator? Heated seating? Additional sleeping space? Etc.

5. Where to purchase: There are several ways for you to buy a motor home. There are dealerships, private sellers, and online dealers. Do research and cost compare prices, availability of different manufacturers, as well as financing options.

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As the baby boomers retire, the recreational vehicle industry has seen an upsurge in sales. For many people, nothing measures up to the independence and flexibility of enjoying the open road in a recreational vehicle (RV). There is certainly much to be said for taking your hotel with you wherever you go, and the savings on hotel costs can more than pay for the initial cost of an RV.

RV travelers realize the cost savings of this type of travel. There are no hotel rooms to book and dining in your RV can save an enormous amount of money compared to eating in restaurants every day. Owning a fifth wheel or travel trailer, whereas you can unhook your RV from your truck, saves you from having to book a rental car. For those in motor homes, many travelers will tow a vehicle behind them.

When considering the purchase of an recreational vehicle, you will be faced with three choices; a fifth wheel which is pulled by a pick up truck and attaches to a wheel inside the truck box (hence its name fifth wheel), a travel trailer which is usually pulled by a truck with a rear hitch, or a motor home. All three types of RV’s have their pros and cons and each point will need to be considered based upon your needs and your budget. Other consideration for the RV lifestyle is the price of gas. However, it is still more economical than staying in hotels and eating at restaurants every night.

Traveling in a recreational vehicle or motor home is often a good choice for those who want to travel to different locations; however, it may be less suited to those who visit the same location year after year. Travelers who visit the same location every year may find it more economical to buy a vacation home. Buying a vacation home, and renting it out when it is not being used, can be a good way to both save money on lodging and build equity for the future.

Many RV travelers come to love the freedom of the open road and the easy care lifestyle. Traveling cross-country and stopping a various parks along the way is a wonderful adventure. The traveler can choose to stay a day or as long as they want at a particular location.

A well-known fact in the RV community is the free camping at Walmart. In most states, you are allowed to camp in a Walmart’s parking lot for as long as you like. I am sure you have seen recreational vehicles lined up in Walmart’s parking lot at least on one occasion. This is a win-win situation for the traveler and Walmart. The traveler has a well-lit place to camp for the night, at no cost, and Walmart receives income from those RV owners who frequent the store. However, recently there has been an uprising among campground owners against Walmart’s free camping policy. Therefore, it is well advised that you check with the local chamber of commerce before you decide to stay a week at Walmart.

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DES MOINES, Iowa Β– Motor-home manufacturer Winnebago Industries Inc. reported sharply lower profits for its fiscal fourth quarter due to product liability claims and a decrease in sales because …

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