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Motorhome Insurance: Nine Golden Rules When Purchasing

Posted on February 24th, 2009 by admin

Not having sufficient insurance is something that can occur with any of your possessions. When it comes to your motorhome, though, this is one area that can’t be left to chance. This article outlines the Nine Golden Rules of Motorhome Insurance. Follow these to bring you peace-of-mind.

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RV Buying Tips 101

Posted on January 30th, 2009 by admin

# What type of RV is best suited for you and your family?
# What type of floor plan will work best for you and your family?
# Do you plan to travel cross-country with the RV or is it going to be set up at one location and left there?
# If you’re going to be towing the RV is the tow vehicle capable of handling the weight of the RV and do you have the proper hitch work to safely tow it?
# How many people will be in the RV and what are the sleeping requirements?

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Recreational Vehicle? Helpful Hints for First-time Buyers

Posted on December 19th, 2008 by admin

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:

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RV Financing FAQ

Posted on November 16th, 2008 by admin

When I was a sales manager and finance manager for an RV dealership I would get asked lots of questions about financing RV’s. I organized some of these questions and included them in the RV financing section of my book, “The RV Book”. Here is an excerpt.

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New and Used Motor Home RV Values

Posted on November 11th, 2008 by admin

Motor home RV values should be based on actual selling prices of similar mobile homes, taking into consideration factors like age and overall condition. Are there dents or leaks? Has the unit been properly maintained on a regular basis? Do all of the appliances work?

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Buying or Fixing Up an RV

Posted on October 10th, 2008 by admin

RVs are a personal thing. Some people like the versatility of a lightweight trailer while others wouldn?t be caught dead in anything less than a forty-five foot bus conversion. In any case, there are a few features and characteristics that are nice to have in any RV. Some are usually only feasible in larger motorhomes or fifth wheels while others are viable in any RV. Keep these in mind when you?re purchasing an RV or planning your next remodeling project.

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