Why I Still Live in a Van After 10 Years
265K views · Jun 26, 2026 · People & Blogs
Comments · 562
@ElementLife · 3 months ago · pinned
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@interestingcomments5178 · 2 months ago (edited)
Bob Wells is basically the Moses of Van life. He sat up the foundation and framework for all of us to succeed
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@davidwolfe7777 · 3 months ago
I remember becoming debt free in 2020. It was exhilarating!
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@lindahenderson840 · 3 months ago
Bob Wells has had such a massive influence on so many people through many years he just does not get the recognition he deserves for the total dedication he puts into helping people asking nothing back but seeing people saved from the stress of homelessness debt and insecurities in the sticks and bricks life style
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@sewsweet51 · 2 months ago
Following your dreams while living debt free…what more can you ask for? Bravo! 👏🏼
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@TheDtfamu89 · 2 months ago
The boss said, “I’m gonna own you now…”?. Wow. That’s a very profound comment. He really understood something about debt and the human condition.
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@samanthadodd8112 · 3 months ago
The end of this video with moon on the water looks unreal. Beautifully done...
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@tj9796 · 20 hours ago
I really appreciate how genuine and self reflective you are.
@stevedill2219 · 3 months ago
I heard from a homeless person that once your homeless it is extremely hard to get back into "normal" life again. Being unemployed for periods of time in early adulthood made me aware that despairing about never getting a job again is a common problem for many people. So, hearing that you were supported by your family, your boss and friends and you were able to transition from less employed to more employed, to finding a long term partner, to getting into a tiny house felt hopeful. Thanks for being transparent about the "stigma" of living in a van. Even though van life may be affordable, free spirited or liberating from some hamster wheel or soul sucking job, many people in society judge it harshly (peer pressure) and that remains a seriously destructive psychological force or challenge to one's self esteem. But it looks like you've managed to overcome many of the lifestyle's obsticals and you're enjoying living life your way.
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@rjlacroix3334 · 3 months ago
Im retired . 4 years on the road .We are brothers from different mothers . Super happy living the Van Life thanks to Bob Wells .Total freedom. no bills .Always a new adventure and challenge around every corner . I can buy another house but for now prefer this adventure ! Well done ! Love your Promaster ! .
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@ozmanfidaar6311 · 3 months ago
I built a ProMaster in 2022, thanks to trailblazers before me like Nate and BobWells. I couldn't have built my rig without people likes of Nate and Bob Wells. Thank you, guys!
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@mikecress5168 · 3 months ago
Hey Nate...1st time commenting, but long time watcher of your videos. I started my first Sienna build 8 years ago and have been watching you ever since. Throughout all your changes and development, I have particularly appreciated your genuineness and humility. You appear to be a great guy. I wish you many more years of freedom along with safe & happy travels.
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