Can a wannabe join up?

[jj128s]

Just thought I should ask, cause I don't own an RV, but I want one.
I want to get one and see the great outdoors of the USA before its too late. I would like to humbly ask you folks for advice. I have been doing do diligence on my RV search. I've been looking at RVs on line at the big RV on line links, RV Trader, RV USA, RV Universe, RVs for sale by Owner etc, for so long my head is spinning. I've watched countless You Tube RV reviews. I bet I'm right thinking this RV Forum is a good source of information that I will add to my knowledge base. I'm going to buy a used, five years or younger 20 foot travel trailer. It needs to sleep minimum of two, maybe four adults. It has to have an indoor shower, (toilet not important), 12v fridge, solar and on demand propane WH. Price max 30K, hopefully way cheaper.
I'd like something with a good resale value too cause I'm gonna scidaddle after a few years of sight seeing and camping, then come back home to a rocking chair on my front porch.
Any suggestions for which brand and model I appreciate. Thank you for your time.
JJ

 

[Neal]

Of course prospective owners are welcome. Members here will gladly help with any questions you have on the journey of learning about RV's. I remember going into my local RV dealer not having a clue about all of this stuff. Lot's to learn!

Welcome to the site.

 

[John&Andrea]

Welcome. Most of us had no clue when we started, so you will be good. I have learned a lot from this group and continue to learn when on the road. These days I do a lot of my repairs.

I would look on RV sales sites like RVtrader.com to get an idea on TT prices in your area. You can filter your search by size.
As far on the ones with the best resale value, I’m not sure. Maybe Air Stream, they are more expensive and are build a bit different.

I think looking used is the best, all we have owned except our current were purchased used. Keep in mind things will go wrong, things will need to be repaired and sometimes on the road. I always have tools on the road to take care of things (usually minimal or nothing).

Happy shopping and Happy travels.