A few years back my husband and I lost everything which gave us financial security. I started looking at alternatives for housing and my husband and I seriously considered retro fitting an old van into a functional and livable RV. It can be done and for much less than buying a pre-made RV. If I were young, I would love to live in a van and have adventures. It's one thing to choose to live in a van and another to be forced to though...but there are great communities out there who can make the experience easier and less challenging. Having a gym membership can give you access to cable, internet, bathing and recreation. ((Hugs to anyone living in a van against their will)))