6 Reasons to Buy an RV or Campervan
I remember when I was a kid going camping with my family. We used to go to the Abilene State Park all the time, and I loved every minute of it! We always slept in tents while my MeeMaw and PawPaw had their camper trailer. My stepdad was in charge of packing all the necessities we would need for camping, and all I had to do was get my clothes, bike, and sleeping bag.
Some of my favorite memories are camping with our whole church or our extended family. We would ride our bikes all over the place, go swimming, and absolutely everything tasted better cooked over an open campfire!
Does road-tripping your next getaway sound like fun to you? Recreational vehicles and their close cousins, campervans, have become incredibly popular for families looking to explore on their own terms. If you’re thinking of how you can make more lasting memories with your family but you aren’t exactly “Mr. or Ms. Outdoorsman,” purchasing an RV or campervan might be the perfect choice for you.
Here are six great reasons to consider buying an RV or a campervan:
1. Save Money on Family Travel
With your means of transportation and your lodging all rolled into one cozy vehicle, an RV helps you save significantly on traditional vacation costs. Plus, when you travel with an on-the-go kitchen, you can drastically cut down on the money you’d normally spend feeding a hungry family at restaurants and gas stations along the highway. Even when factoring in the cost of fuel, modern travel analyses show that RV family vacations remain one of the most cost-effective ways to tour the country compared to buying multiple airline tickets and booking individual hotel rooms.
2. Privacy and Comfort
Why fight for legroom on a crowded airplane or deal with packed airport terminals when you can travel in a space that lets you stretch out? You have the freedom to move around, enjoy your own private bathroom, and catch a quick nap in a real bed whenever you take a break from driving—all while heading smoothly toward your destination.
3. Increased Flexibility
When you travel using your own set of wheels, you are completely in control. That means there’s no getting locked into rigid flight itineraries or missing out on a destination because of a late check-in time. You can come and go as you please, change your route on a whim, and vacation on the exact schedule that works best for your family.
4. Explore More of the Landscape
Traveling by RV gives you the unique opportunity to actually take in the sights, towns, and sounds of each place you pass through, rather than just flying over them at 30,000 feet. You can pull over safely on a scenic overlook to watch a gorgeous sunset, explore a hidden state park, or spend the night near a beautiful lake.
5. Bring Your Pets Along for the Adventure
There is no need to arrange expensive pet-sitters or stress your furry friends out by placing them in a carrier under an airline seat. When you travel by RV, your pets can take part in the adventure right alongside you!
I know Frankie, our Yorkie, would absolutely love to travel with us. We have rarely been able to take him on traditional trips due to the steep extra pet deposits required at hotels or Airbnbs. If we had an RV, he could seamlessly join the family fun without the added fees.
6. Potential Tax Benefits
Owning an RV can come with some great financial perks at tax time. Because many RVs and campervans contain built-in sleeping, cooking, and bathroom facilities, the IRS actually classifies them as a qualified second home. This means you may be able to deduct the interest payments on your RV loan just like a traditional home mortgage! Be sure to check with your accountant or tax professional to see exactly which deductions apply to your financial situation.
If you’re ready to start making your own open-road memories, look no further than Abilene Teachers FCU! Our flexible RV and recreational vehicle loans feature competitive interest rates, reasonable payback terms, and an easy pre-approval process to keep your shopping experience stress-free. Call, click or stop by Abilene Teachers FCU to get started!
