Figuring out health care options is probably one of hardest things for newbies hitting the road, especially those who are younger (pre-Medicare) and self-employed. When you’re an RVer it’s not just the traveling part that makes it hard (the fact that you’re always in a different city, with different doctors), but rather the insurance options […]
In this article we’ll discuss how to make your estimated tax payments to ensure you avoid the IRS underpayment penalty. To determine if you are required to make estimated tax payments to begin with, whether your sole income source is self-employment or you earn W-2 employee income, check out my article, Should I Pay Estimated […]
In today’s world, most RVers use cellular data as a means to connect to the Internet while traveling. However, many have questions such as: “When does it make sense to rely on only a smartphone?” “When is a dedicated mobile hotspot justified?” “What are other cellular options?” The connectivity solution that makes the most sense […]
I paid all my taxes due by April 15th, there should be no penalty! Such was my argument with the IRS after learning I was being hit with an “underpayment penalty”. I was not a happy camper…the penalty amount was one thing, but the principle of the matter really bugged me. I had worked a […]
When discussing multi-state income tax, for most working RVers we usually encounter a situation where the RVer has not been paying taxes to various states but perhaps they should. An inherent risk of inviting unwanted attention from state tax authorities already exists. Even though a properly handled multi-state tax scenario might result in paying more […]
Xscapers is Geared Toward Working Age RVers Xscapers is a support network for the Escapees RV club that is geared toward working age RVers. Because of this, many Xscapers have found unique ways to incorporate a comfortable workspace into their RV. This allows them to take care of business, travel, and explore in comfort. If […]
Hitting the open road and traveling the world before our time runs out is a dream chased by many for good reasons. Some things cannot be learned or experienced inside your comfort zone. To gain more understanding of the world around us, new places must be explored first-hand. A lifestyle such as this has its […]