Full-time RVer Mike Mixa shares six years of hard-earned wisdom on the joys, costs, and realities of life on the road.
Guest Bio
Mike Mixa is a retired Wisconsin native who, along with his wife Julie, has lived full-time in an RV since 2017. A veteran of campground hosting and cross-country travel, Mike offers practical advice and firsthand experience from nearly a decade of RV living.
Topics Discussed
- Choosing the right RV (Class A vs. travel trailer vs. diesel pusher)
- Budgeting for full-time RV life: fuel, maintenance, and campground costs
- Boondocking vs. resort living: tradeoffs in cost, comfort, and flexibility
- RV maintenance issues and the importance of DIY skills
- Building community on the road and staying socially connected
- The changing demographics of RVers post-pandemic
- Health care, prescriptions, and staying active on the road
- The pros and cons of giving up homeownership for full mobility
- Seasonal strategies: hosting, long-term stays, and escaping winter
Best 3 Quotes
- “You're going to have issues with your RV — they all do, no matter what you pay for.”
- “We like to say the longer you can park it, the better your gas mileage.”
- “Your home is with you — if you don’t like a place, you can change it up next season.”
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