How I've Been Living Out of My Car for 3 YEARS | Homeless in the United States of America

[@Blk_pantherfit]

I’m neither homeless or struggling from a financial standpoint. But I do struggle mentally sometimes and I want to say you inspire me man, I appreciate your honesty and hard work.

[@JakeMcCollum]

I mostly put the word “homeless” in the title because of the KZbin algorithm. In reality you still definitely could say I am homeless. Unless I got rid of the car there’s no way I could afford rent. Besides cheap half-way houses I’ve literally never been able to afford my own place before.

[@JakeMcCollum]

Also thank you for the support and love ❤️

[@Blk_pantherfit]

@@JakeMcCollum 🙏🏾

[@michaelabraham6630]

@@JakeMcCollum hey bro love Channel keep positive and you should get a rotating passenger seat so you can sit up straight in your car on rainy days and don't have to sit in the driver's seat and you should get a foldable e-bike roof rack so you can ride around on a ebike instead of driving all the time in your car to do deliveries you can charge it with the power inverter and there's always outside Outlets to charge your ebike also just a suggestion keep being positive keep your head up keep negative people out your life just save up that money

[@jamesbrooks3664]

@@JakeMcCollum I can't even afford halfway houses and they don't have any of those anymore in my area anyway.

[@rickcooper156]

I've been living in my SUV for almost 3 years too. Before I began, I searched KZbin for "how to live in your car" and I got quite an education! I learned the basics and finally got the courage to start. It was the best thing I've ever done and I should have done it years ago! Even though I can afford to live in a Bricks and Sticks, I'll never go back! This is an AWSOME Lifestyle! My income goes to experiences over possessions and I've embraced a Minimalistic Mindset... I've never been happier in my entire life and I hope that you're finding your happiness too.

[@xGSxAmAZyn]

Your amazing 👏

[@heidilefevre2680]

LOL... THE BRICKS AND STICKS WAS HILARIOUS!

[@JoshuaBates01]

I am wondering if I'd enjoy car life. Financially, it would be a huge help. I like exploring new cities. Just not sure how I'd adjust to car life emotionally. Any thoughts?

[@rickcooper156]

@@JoshuaBates01 It's changed my life beyond my wildest dreams! It's allowed me to become debt free and now I can afford to vacation and live like a King! Just Do the math... What could you do without all that money going to rent or mortgage, utilities, taxes, and all of the other expenses of living in a house or apartment. And the stress now just rolls off my shoulders... For what it's worth, I was afraid to get started too...But that lasted only a week or so and I've been happily ever after since then... But you'll never know until you try.

[@ENFPerspectives]

Can’t imagine anyone wanting to do this voluntarily, and I think it really stinks that the cost of living is so high that people are resorting living in vehicles. Glad you like it.

[@veebee8990]

I'm living like this since June 23rd and I don't find it exciting. It's not on purpose. If it was fall right now, I might be more ok. Right now I'm aggravated, using AC and buying gas. I'm also in college. I have a full-time job and a part-time job, and still have trouble finding a place. It gets really cold in NY, so I can't do this during winter. I just had major surgery also. All I wanted was to be able to rest. I'm writing a book about my experience & 29 pages in so far!

[@martinsloan9785]

As long as your sober, you can live anywhere. Keep up the great work!

[@finefuturity]

man, it was so hard to keep my car clean when i was homeless, especially when mental health was down the toilet. the stress of finding bathrooms and places to shower made it so much worse. really wish i had this video at the time. hope you're doing well man, your content still helped so much during that time.

[@rickcooper156]

@Jesse Graves planet Fitness is my gym and I'm so grateful for the cheap monthly dues. It was Hell, when covid shut the gyms down. I had to use wet wipes take bird baths at Wal-Mart and supermarkets just to stay presentable. Now, I shower every day and I know that I use much more than $20.00 (my monthly dues at Planet Fitness) worth of hot water each month! LOL Covid taught me how not to take even the littlest things for granted and I thank God every time that hot water washes me from head to toe...

[@hazztv6317]

@@rickcooper156 God bless you! 🙌🏼

[@hobomaninabox841]

Just do planet fitness. Work out for your mental health and take a shower after for only $22 a month. Truck stops are usually like $15 per use like petro and pilot.

[@Narnz80]

@@hobomaninabox841 22 a month geez there's no such thing here in New Zealand for 22 a month 😵‍💫

[@mjonesftwtx]

Gym membership man. If you live out of your car keep a job I’ve got two gym memberships - shower there and workout and do my laundry at a laundromat. Just don’t drink because you’ll always be in your car. Then, you’ll be screwed if pulled over or interrupted by police. 👮

[@LilRedRasta]

I'm only one week in and its hard especially in a small sedan with a Maltese. Luckily I'm only doing this for 2-4 weeks. Took me 3 days of stress to figure out how to best organize things. Today is the first day that the bed is comfortable. Had to throw a bunch of stuff that I bought away. I park in a hospital garage that's free. It's open 24/7 and there's bathrooms and water fountains available all day. It's quiet and I have a view of the river on the 4th floor

[@Novemberrain111]

Hang in there😊

[@alfred8936]

it's sad that in a lot of America it's easier to live out of your car and not pay rent than it is to live in an apartment and not have a car

[@johnwagner4027]

It happens in other countries as well

[@UltimateGenosyko]

ok but like for being the richest and most powerful country the citizens should be taken care of @@johnwagner4027

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

Not having a car is NEVER easy

[@matthewshelton9573]

Living in an apartment with no car would be a nightmare. Id rather live in my car.

[@randymillhouse791]

@@YeshuaKingMessiah The USA car culture is a very sick one.

[@aliceford799]

I just moved into my car. 71 yo woman. I could have an apartment if I want to work forever. I’d rather live in my car, not work, and live great off my social security. Great vid, Jake. Thanks!

[@lorettaspade8331]

I'm a 70 year old lady. I'm starting my car life in 3 weeks. I'm glad to know it's doable.

[@soran27]

im a 40 year old male and I aspire to be as free as you two ladies...@@lorettaspade8331

[@thelastpityparty4425]

Why not connect and live together?

[@jeanscruggs812]

Just turned 69 last month and I am preparing to live out of my car when my lease is up in May 2025. The rent goes up anywhere from $100-$125 every year and I'm through. Looking forward to living off of my Soc SEC as well and hopefully an Etsy online shop to sell my Rainforest gameboard. Honestly? I can't wait!!!

[@classic83beauty57]

I started my car life a year ago in Arizona and i couldn't believe that i was able to get through the heat especially my car. I thank God i am alive. Y'all he is telling the truth, i went to the gym so much to take showers i worked there for 2 months cause they offered lol. I am currently still in my car working at McDonald's it sounds shitty. But i have been able to get a lot done and have fun, do things i would never thought all to kill time most of the time. It feels good to know there are others making this choice. I never have been in so much in shape, happier. My peace is amazing and i found out how strong i am. Stay encouraged y'all!!!

[@brandyhernandez61]

How did you do it with Arizona heat for sleep? Arizona rent is going up. Its insane!!!

[@classic83beauty57]

I had to leave my car running with AC i did have to replace my water pump but i still have my car and preparing for this summer we already in the 90's. Thanks for asking 😊

[@rickcooper156]

@@classic83beauty57 I get grumpy when Socal beach temps hit the 90's; I can't even imagine Arizona! I just know that when the thermometer starts rising, Shade is King! And I find a covered or Ideally an underground parking lot to escape the heat. Even if I have to pay for parking, it's usually cheaper than running my car all day and better for the overall health of my SUV.

[@roxannegalvan5927]

There's a lot of people that are living in their vehicles because rent is increasing. About maybe eight months from now, and right now I am preparing to live in my vehicle myself. I have been studying how people do it, designing my vehicle, and also preparing how I want to set up everything. I am not interested in paying high rent so, I am moving forward.

[@JulieAiken]

I lived in a Class B RV for over a year and a Prius for a while after that. I'm getting disability now and can afford a subsidized apartment, but all I can think about is getting back out in a Prius. It's amazing to be able to travel, work and have a full life on a tiny budget because you live in your vehicle. I never felt homeless or down-on-my-luck. I felt free. Thanks for another great video.

[@thebigmann81]

Bathroom emergencies=5 gallon bucket double bag it scoop of cat litter. Keep lid on it until you get rid of it. Use local restroom when available

[@SteveW60ish]

"Don't trash what you are living in" - well said Jake! Actually this demonstrates a high degree of respect for yourself! You are far bit ahead of those out there that really think they got their shit together!

[@harrybean8466]

I already followed you from the beginning because I live in my car too been doing it way longer than you have but I'm so proud of you because of what you been through. You've been showing people on your video around the world that just because you start off wrong it doesn't have to end wrong way to go dude you're number one.

[@JT-yn6bk]

If I lived in my car I would set so much time to explore nature and surround myself in it. Cabin in the woods or van living is something i wouldn’t mind

[@edwardeighth1948]

I have been doing it for seven years now. Some of the best and exciting years of my life.

[@rubyrose4677]

i might be homeless here soon with my husband and dog. i’m so thankful for your videos to help me learn on what i need to do for us just in case we become homeless. i appreciate your videos so much. you’re so helpful with information and telling us what we need to do to prepare. i’m scared yet excited to live like this.

[@rickcooper156]

My prayers go out to you and your husband. Might I suggest that you look at your situation from a different angle like I did. I consider myself "Houseless not Homeless". And I'm currently on the "Greatest Adventure of my Life"! And take some time to look up Bob Well's Cheap RV Living. His entire KZbin channel is dedicated to teaching people like us the ropes of living a successful mobile lifestyle. I also recommend reading some of Dave Ramsey's books on Money Management. Once you leave all those nasty bills and debt behind, you're going to need to know how to create lasting wealth with all that money you'll be saving! It's seriously going to Blow Your Mind, when you realize just how much you've spent on things you couldn't thoroughly enjoy. And start planning that Hawaii Vacation now...I've gone a few times with the money I've saved! And a few months worth of Hot Summer electric bills saved buys a heck of a lot of RUM! Lol Keep your head up and enjoy the Journey. We're all here to help and encourage you both. You are not alone...

[@rickcooper156]

And P.S. Take a moment to look up and watch "Don't Buy a Couch" from Sailing Uma on KZbin. They're a young couple who left the rat race behind to sail the world in a sailboat. That video Don't Buy a Couch really helped me to see life differently and I hope you like it too...

[@Lila22.11]

Blessings for you, your husband and your baby (doggie).

[@infowarzz]

My heart goes out for you guys ruby

[@SaintNic859]

Thank you guys we are currently sleeping behind 7/11 anything helps

[@WattMilson773]

Love from Chicago Jake! You have helped push myself to start filming, tomorrow i will be filming my first video for my youtube!

[@JakeMcCollum]

I HOPE IT GOES WELL 👏🏼

[@AnaLaurat816]

I’m currently living out of my car. My husband is in the national guard and ever sense the pandemic started he was placed in different cities throughout our state. So I found me a job as a caregiver and I have been working for the company for over 7 months. My husbands orders ended over 6 weeks ago and I wasn’t quite ready to go when I found out the news. I have been sleeping out of my car ever sense. I have a small Chevy Cruze. I work 6 days out of the week and the one day that I’m supposed to be off I always pick up shifts and I pick up extra shifts throughout the week at night time. I really don’t sleep in my car as much but when I do I sleep very comfortably☺️. The weather has been very nice chilly enough to sleep comfortable throughout the night. The gentleman that I take care of lives in a plantation near the beach. They have a marina which has a restroom w a shower that I have an access code for. The plantation also has a beach off the plantation and that place has a pool as well ass restrooms w showers that I also have the access code for. Honestly if I wasn’t married I wouldn’t mind this life style. Beats paying rent and my expenses are all very minimum. Perfect way to save money. I live in an apartment 3 hours away and when my husband left I literally only kept my work clothes w me and one pair of shoes and one pair of sandals for when I shower. I keep my clothes in stacks in my trunk for easy access. As well as small plastic containers to help me stay organized and keep things at easy access. I honestly may make a video just to share my story n my set up lol 😝

[@AnaLaurat816]

***the plantation also has a beach house w a pool and restrooms w showers that I have the access code for

[@sarahlinebarger4554]

I'm a caregiver too. Not homeless but might be in the future. I would be afraid if my clients found out I was living in my car. I would love to see a video

[@hazztv6317]

Hi Anna, hope everything is good. I was looking for your videos. Take care!

[@petmom74]

I'd love to see a video of your setup. I too live out of my car. I petsit/housesit when I can. I also donate plasma for extra cash. Both very good money. I'm retired and collect SS that is less than $900/mo. I have car issues and am in credit card debt. Living in a sticks and bricks is impossible at this time. Hoping to be able to get on the lists for low income senior apts in the Chula Vista area. Thank you for this video.

[@unedited2716]

I feel for you please pump us some content it will help make you feel better trust me that's why I do it people look up too you remember this too shell pass yr friend Billy T

[@C.C.J.1975]

Congratulations on the 3yrs Jake! & your continuous sobriety!

[@LetUsDrownIn]

I've been doing the vanlife since last year of November by sheer choice and so far, I don't regret doing this at all! It's not as glamorous as social media makes it out to be as its not for everyone that's for sure

[@arielbonifa2082]

4 months doing Carlife , thinking about recording my wild and adventures life in NYC . Keep up the good work dude

[@laberintoon2]

Yes please do! NYC has it's own issues like story cold weather and limited parking among other things so would love to know how you navigate

[@hazztv6317]

Sounds good. Let me know when you start doing videos. God bless🙌🏼

[@boudayoub]

Oh man, first video of yours I'm seeing. Gotta tell you, you're an inspiration my man. Such resilience and strength. And for the last part of your video, as long as you're happy and you're healthy, then yeah continue living that lifestyle !

[@justinw7323]

There's one benefit. No annoying neighbors or construction workers. You can go anywhere you please and not be annoyed by anyone. You should actually be happy with that fact.

[@likerlo11]

I honestly don't know how you aren't bigger right now. Your videos are super clean and informative. Keep it up man.

[@ldygzlle1291]

I'm a full time vanner but I just love your channel. I can't see giving up my van though. No public toilets and showers and eating out for me. But you have nailed car dwelling like you have totally nailed making videos -the timing in your speech, music, shots, all of it. Thanks for sharing your nomad life.

[@Revelacion320]

Congrat on your three years of living life, awesome to see your update of car life. I'm pretty sure many others are starting where you were three years ago. God bless

[@TheREZMobile]

Thanks!

[@joannaazar7396]

I’m a new subscriber! Your not homeless, your car is your home. I understand recovering from drugs, your doing a good job ❤

[@joannaazar7396]

You look like your healthy and in good shape 😊

[@HipsterSpinster_]

Covid was definitely rough for public bathrooms. I remember being in the taconic area of NY and I had to use the bathroom so bad I thought I'd have to poop in the woods. Then I found the glorious brand new bathroom at Teconic State Park and it was miraculously open. Best bathroom ever. Super clean and brand new (in 2020). Thanks NY state parks system!

[@suenicholls4950]

A new subscriber here from the U.K. I love your raw honesty about being a nomad living in your car. Your channel is packed full of helpful information on the practical measures of the nomadic life. I especially appreciate the ways you keep yourself healthy.

[@robertmitchell8630]

England be a great place to do the van/car life I spent a me time in UK loved it Still think of going over for a year or so Hang near Bristol area etc

[@richardmorris7063]

That sponge Bob pillow is giving me vibes of that volleyball on Castaway..My biggest worry would be safety,so many predators out there looking for an easy mark.B vigilante.

[@dwllers]

I’ve been living in a Nissan Altima 2012 for about 7 months I actually choose to live in my car because I like adventures road trips and car camping. I work every day overnight shifts so I have the entire day to drive around to places and I can take days off whenever I want so I’m enjoying it. No rent saving money sleeping on the blacktop it’s a great life. If your debating whether to try it out I’d say go for it

[@dorahernandez7685]

I think it's important to live the life that brings you happiness. I've actually considered van life for myself, but I would need to have a fully loaded one. And I travel all over the US.

[@wildadventures4173]

Finally! a real car/van lifer 🥰 no fake/ glorified lifestyle. Thank you for keeping it real 💪👍.

[@regulardude2011]

Goodness!!!! You gave me a huge idea. I can’t believe I haven’t thought of it! I have a full size cab truck and cannot comfortably sleep in the back seat! I i will remove front and one rear seat and hopefully i will be able to stretch out. Because of how expensive rent is I cannot afford it on my own so I am living in my truck for now! I am also starting a business, thats gonna be very interesting to see how that unfolds! If I become successful, I still will live in a vehicle and safe money until I can just pay cash for a house

[@mosgigs]

So much fun watching your videos! I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. You really have a talent for this! Thanks for another great video! Always look forward to each and every one!

[@billyflanagan9657]

Remove the back seat and have a 5 gallon bucket and a plastic bag in the bucket for an emergency. Also a one gallon small pump sprayer to wash you hands and clean up.

[@run_rabbit-run9762]

I was homeless in my SUV for just about 3yrs, while I like to watch these types of vids to see how other people are doing it, that was after the fact. I was homeless, no phone, no laptop, no cooler or fridge. I was in my SUV because I was homeless. Not because I wanted to save money or go on an adventure. It was real homelessness. A lot of videos are just younger people out for adventure and travel, unless you have a job you can work remotely you are stuck in a certain area. Anyone who is actually homeless will tell you living in a car or SUV is the absolute worst thing in the world. Like I said most if these vids are people who can afford to get takeout everyday, go to the gym, keep clean, drive around the country and they are not really too worried about money and or anything else. It never got any easier, and I never enjoyed it. I was homeless and not by choice. These people that choose this make it look like it's a great way to live, they may show a few inconviences, but if you are actually homeless and not by your own choice, it's FN horrible. I was hellbent on getting out of being homeless and living in my car, and I did, and I'll never do it again...ever.

[@lorenaakins4481]

i have never been homeless, and can only imagine how terrible it is. So happy for you that you were able to get back on your feet. I am afraid that there are more and more that are in the sad place you were and i am sorry for them. Circumstances happen through no fault of many

[@run_rabbit-run9762]

@@lorenaakins4481 Thank you for the kind words. Still struggle but I at least have a room with a roof.

[@liveyurbliss]

Agreed. I’m 2 1/2 years in and it’s not fun. At all. I’m not living “van life” I am in survival mode - all day and all night. Thank you for pointing this out ✨💙✨

[@run_rabbit-run9762]

@@liveyurbliss yeah...it's funny as I look a little deeper into some of these videos that say "I'm homeless in my car, tips and tricks"...these people are not homeless, they always have family or friends they can go to do laundry, sleep in a bed or on a couch for a few days. I had no one, no family, no friends, and the reason for that is once you become homeless, no one wants anything to do with you. This is not an adventure for someone that is truly homeless. People putting out videos using cameras and laptops while drinking their Starbucks...YOU PEOPLE ARE NOT HOMELESS..YOU ARE ON VACATION...if you were you, would have sold that laptop and camera for food and or shelter, not keep it and make videos about how great being homeless is...I would tuck myself in a corner of the local library where I could use the computers to find odd jobs here and there..or read and take a nap..but it was safe, dry and had a bathroom and it was open 7 days a week, so I always had some sort of place to get out of the elements, at least until they closed. I'm just tired of these people making money off of pretending to be homeless. If they really knew they wouldn't be making videos, like you said they would be trying to survive day and night, not trying to figure out where the closest Starbucks is..be safe my friend...I know it's tough..if you need any tips or tricks let me know..I got the real ones for when your homeless in your car..God speed..(sorry for the rant, it just drives me nuts)..lol

[@liveyurbliss]

@@run_rabbit-run9762 Yeah, I just drove to three different places trying to find a bathroom and almost didn’t make it and I know you know what that means. It’s crazy because my father passed away in December and I am receiving an inheritance at the end of the month. I’ve reached out to various landlords and talked about my situation in order to get advice on how to proceed in getting an apartment and they all tell me that money isn’t enough. Unless my credit is in the 700s, I have income three times the amount of rent and a solid rental history, I’m screwed. The worst part is that I have two children that I’ve been living with my ex and they keep saying, “Mommy, when are you going to get a house so we can be with you?” They think that I’m living in a hotel. That’s more painful than any of the other things that I have to deal with. I appreciate your response. Just knowing that I’m not alone in my situation is comforting. I’m sorry for whatever you’re going through and thank you for the support. I’ve gotten into a pretty solid routine and I have a nice sleeping spot for the moment but I’m so tired all of the time. Living this way isn’t sustainable long-term. Van life people don’t realize that because, like you said, they usually have other choices and resources. Hope you’re well and again, I appreciate the support. What part of the world do you live in?

[@MisterSal9895]

Van life/car life seem so appealing to me mainly because of all the rent money/home internet/home utilities and etc being saved but I have acquired so many personal possession and most of them are custom stuff that have rare or discontinued parts. I would put all my stuff in a storage unit but I don't know if I can trust a storage unit. Everything has it's pros and cons.

[@garcefranklin2610]

I'm 62, Jake you are seriously getting the attention of us baby boomers who were born to be wild. (it's a song by the way) Thanks for all the tips ✌️

[@kimdagnillo8246]

Lol, so true 😁

[@p.s.5563]

I lived in my Civic for a year with my cat. Hated it at first then loved it. I have a place now but am getting s van and going to live in that I think

[@liveyurbliss]

Hey Jake - congrats on managing your life as a nomad. I am coming up on three years, four months living in my car. I confess it was not by choice and I’m not obsessed with the car life but I’ve made it work. It makes me feel less alone when I watch your KZbin videos, so, thanks for doing what you do ✨👍🏼✨

[@tashababy261]

Hugs ❤

[@liveyurbliss]

@tashababy261 ✨💙✨

[@florafauna1790]

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[@florafauna1790]

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[@KonohazFinest]

I feel you wife just dumped me after 15 years because she "fell out of love with me" so I will be beginning living in my car within the next few months

[@weirdoashness]

I'm about to be living out of my car in two weeks and your videos are helping me so much! Thanks!

[@matthewwright98]

Bro I live in my 08 Honda Fit and I ducking love it the Simplicity of life is to die for I don’t miss an apartment the Lasyone happier I am I’m free to go wherever I want I wouldn’t trade it for the world plus my living expenses are so low that I hardly ever work and I just enjoy my life all together

[@princessleyla]

I got a '15 Honda Fit I'm curious as to your set up

[@noseefood1943]

Add motel parking lot for sleep, showers at community college or public swimming pools

[@gabrielort3531]

🏨🏨 Jake...for places to sleep, you forgot hotels! And no, I don't mean the rooms inside, but the parking spaces outside..lol!

[@epoen2012]

The problem with hotels is a lot of them take note of customers cars so there's a chance of others cars getting noticed or even towed. I got shooed out of an almost empty hotel parking lot because I was using it to "perch" when doordashing.

[@Krazram]

Hey man! I think you're a very brave guy to do that in a sportscar. So I liked subscribed and left this comment :) keep em coming. Your editing is great and you have talent.

[@NoOtherChick1]

Happy 3 years Jake! Keep up the good work dude. You’re meant for greatness! 😁

[@magamaga1827]

Hey man. Recently stumbled upon a lot of these nomad videos. I had no idea so many people lived this life style While it seems sustainable when your in your younger years, lets say under 40, I think eventually your body, as it grows older, will need to go back to a more traditional way of living. I'm 50 years old, was a great college athlete back in my day, but nowadays I have so many aches/pains and nagging injuries, I could never live your life style. So I guess you should enjoy it while you can. Time catches up to all of us.

[@Gypsy964]

Dude, I am 57, soon to be 58...have had knee surgeries, etc...aches & pains are caused by inflammation, which is contributed by mostly processed foods. This life style will free your mind, body & soul from pain, depression, etc.

[@simplysoulenergy7248]

There are people in their 70s converting cars and vans. A good mattress can be placed in any vehicle that fits your size comfortably if you want to do this, the senior people doing this always say they wished they done it sooner

[@petmom74]

I'm 64 and I have no choice but to live this lifestyle until I can't anymore. Ya do what ya gotta do to survive. I'm truly happy for you that you don't have to live this lifestyle. I wish I didn't. Hoping to get on lists for affordable senior apts soon. At present none on the areas I prefer to live are even taking applications. Even if I could apply, the wait-list is several years.

[@MiamiPush2theLimit]

I’m a registered nurse. Most of those aches/pains are caused by inflammation due to diet or it can also be agitated by cold weather.

[@sincerelysandi]

@@petmom74 🙏🏽

[@labutler1136]

Love your positive attitude and Outlook on life.

[@FlipMacz]

Ty💕 the heat kills me tho.... And anything below 26.... scooting to a hotel. Can't hang. Yea...cracked UP on ur bathroom crisis. Millions of seriously close calls!! The struggle is real.

[@jaydaquin7821]

so recently left a bad relationship... I have my belongings in storage and a few items in the back of SUV. I'm in my car all day. I just started Doordash and also Instacart for money. I'm hiding at night at a family's member home but have to leave by 5am. just turned 41 last week. Florida is so expensive that the pay doesn't cover rental. I recently applied for relocation assistance to move north, praying this gets approved. I never in a million years did i think this would be me. prayers to all displaced people. if you have a vehicle to sleep in you are blessed compared to those sleeping on the hard ground. I see more n more in south florida. heartbreaking. this needs to be reviewed and corrected. May God protect us all

[@JakeMcCollum]

I’m sorry for your troubles, I’ll say a prayer for you and just know things will work out if you don’t give up.

[@jaydaquin7821]

Never will I give up. Some days are harder than others but it's up to us to push through these seasons. Thank you for sharing your story. Prayers to you and your journey 🙏

[@robertmitchell8630]

@@jaydaquin7821 I am in Florida and would like to move up somewhere in Maine NH Vermont where Cody of living is less What's the qualifications for relocation grant ?

[@rickcooper156]

So many times I've found that when you leave a "bad" behind... There's room for "Good" to return to you tenfold... You'll see.

[@JoaQuin-ep7vv]

Hello everyone.. Qualifications for Relocation assistance... must be covid related. Either you need unemployment benefits or a letter from employer stating it was covid related. I was declined.. So not easy to get approved. It's been pretty hard. I found a little apartment and I am grateful but not really where I would like to live..

[@RCDevotee]

Please continue to stay a very positive light in this world. Have a great weekend!

[@13glitchez]

Hey Jake! You're inspiring me to do car life out here in the US. I'm from Guam and lifestyle is super different, so this vid peaked my interest. Blessings and safe travels to you! Thanks for the sick vids

[@josesixx8197]

7:24 please make that clip a reel jake I watched it over and over so many times 😂

[@jim-se5xc]

Asked a cab driver last night how many miles on the clock of the Prius. 340K miles. He said another had over 400k.

[@boozillax947]

As someone who is most likely going to have to live out of their car for a few months, I want to thank you so much. Awesome video! Keep doing what you're doin!

[@marcopolo3109]

Why do you need to live in a car for a few weeks?

[@Gimpp818]

Keep doing you bro, you don’t know who you’re helping in this world. You’re destined for greatness, just wait on it 😎

[@ShanaLawson]

Truckers usually have a stockpile of free showers, if you ask they’ll usually give you one. They get a free shower for a certain amount at fill up and rarely do they use them all.

[@ragamuffinukes2779]

-- your info is WRONG! Truckers/truck stops do NOT offer free showers!!! Cost runs $7-15, and depending on time of day, may be COLD water...

[@ShanaLawson]

@@ragamuffinukes2779 At Loves and Flying Js they get a free shower with a fill up. Unless this has changed in the past couple of years… Are you a trucker? You seem confident in your reply.

[@MountainGirlwIPA]

Your videos always lift my spirits. Thank you!

[@rickc1986]

Good information. Thanks for the share. I just turned 71 and looking forward to my own adventures.

[@brycehongola2425]

It took me about 4 yrs in the van to get fed up but everybody’s different etc etc☮️ I was between 29 to 34 yrs old.

[@vonfields6889]

Thanks for opening up, appreciate 🙏your opening up!Be blessed, be safe!

[@dimitripink6072]

rad! ill definitely have to get things going with the patreon, youtube and gig set up while living out the van !

[@haydenarter7505]

Walmarts are a no go anymore for me at least. They have roaming security that swiftly kicks your butt out lol

[@firstlast8258]

chinamart

[@alisonf6478]

Live near the lake (white rock), so appreciate the views and your story.

[@KC-td8um]

Keep going Jake, love it. Abundance!

[@Novemberrain111]

Keep up th good work Jake, just ran across your video. Rent sucks but I have been homeless before and lived in my car. As a female it scares me so much to think of being homeless again. The struggle is real, but Iam holding tight. Be safe. Stay blessed❤

[@Gimo76]

I just had my first Van trip. At 71 I won’t be full time but also don’t want to end my life in my recliner. Anyway, it was a disaster. My 5 gal water bottle was only held to the wall with a bungee cord so during the worst curvy road it would throw water here and there etc, it was pouring rain so had to hang stuff everywhere. Then my 12 V frig was plugged in wrong and was cooking hot. Who needs a huge frig that heats? Then the stove my son gave me I couldn’t get it to work. Then my 800watt Bluetti brand new went from 80% charge down to 30% and I didn’t have anything plugged in. I tried to charge my phone and it just kept turning off. My advice get familiar with your stuff, you need to tie down some items and not just with bungees. I lasted 5 days and came home. It was either pouring rain or snowing.

[@JeremyRexxReid]

Great video as usual Jake. Spent so much time on the road and miss it. Following you always helps with being depressed about not being on the road. Thanks for all you do for this channel.

[@lifeafterrecovery3621]

Awesome video Jake hope your in good spirits today !!! One day at a time bud!!! Can't wait to start my journey like you did and see where the road takes me !!! Appreciate you being you keep it up let's goooo!!!!!!!!

[@jamessuehs5877]

Jake! Congrats on the 3 year mark man! I love your videos and hope you make it back out to CA in the future! Take care man!

[@audradurkee1435]

This was a great video! I've been following you since about a year and a half ago, and I've been full time in my SUV since last August. You're such a good person and an inspiration 💛 Keep going, loving the dailies.

[@robertmitchell8630]

Wow ! How's it working out ?

[@jenniferhauger7322]

I just came across your vid.. i found it very helpful and not annoying like a lot of the other car life vids. It's funny to me to find out so many are car camping now when i've been doing it for the las 20 years. my siblings used to make fun of me bc i would make a "camper" out of what vehicle i had at the time as an inexpensive way of traveling. My first was a used 2001 Kia Rio. I called it my hillbilly camper. Fortunately I didn't "have" to live out of it. I improvise and make due with what I have when I can't afford what I want, like a million dollar motorhome with all the latest accommodations. I didn't live in the same state as my family so at times it was a huge struggle to afford trips home to see them. Most of the time i had family members that i could stay with but i would also want to venture off on my own to take in sites, just me and my dog. That's when I started car camping, not knowing it was or would become a "thing". My 2011 Kia Sorento was the best so far. I leased Camp Kia new so it was under warranty, affordable and very spacious. A queen size air mattress fit in the back perfectly with plenty of head room and storage space. Now I have Ft Equinox, a 2012 Chevy Equinox. This time car camping is a necessity bc I'm homeless for now, due to the fact of moving back out of state and not being able to afford or find a place to rent and the cost of gas. I've found it is actually cheaper for me to have a gym membership than pay the weekly gas expense for my commute to work. I camp overnight in my church's parking lot. It's close to my work and I've found it to be the safest, less nerve racking place to get good sleep. It's quite warm at night here at night and I still feel comfortable leaving my windows open or leaving my the engine running to have the a/c on for a hour or two or three. lol. Having to live out of my vehicle is definitely a learning experience but for the most part it's not been too difficult. The most inconvenience is waking up in the middle of the night having to use the bathroom and one is not available! guys have it made here. for #1 any way. The most helpful item I would recommend to those camping, living or even just traveling in there vehicle are the screens made to go over the doors. They are dark but not opaque. I've added a light weight black material to make it more difficult to see inside and yet allow air flow. I did buy an inverter but due to my lack of how safe it was I opted to no longer use it. I've found right now I really don't need one either. I hope to one day have another Sorento like vehicle to make an excursion and and see the western states and Alaska. Thank you for sharing your experience and travels and allowing me to share mine.. I hope this finds you well and may God bless your travels. Sincerely, Ft Equinox

[@petmom74]

I dig your channel even though I'm not a SpongeBob enthusiast. 😉 I'm now in my car after a vanlife experience, a failed romance and a couple of pets passing away. Thank you so much for your videos. They're fast paced (which I love) and very informative (which I love just as much). I'm most likely old enough to be your (young) grandma, but I'm so inspired by your car life adventures. Thank you for not being depressing about this lifestyle.

[@polarisjustdothework2258]

Living passionately is always a good thing!!! 💕

[@lec4295]

Homeless means no car out in the streets A car provides freedom from corrupt apartments rents

[@Lila22.11]

It seems that you have discipline, trying to keep yourself in better shape that some that live in a home. Blessings for you.

[@EricJKuhns]

This was such an awesome recap/good info. You’ve gotten crazy resourceful while living out of your car haha. As I write this comment I now have the same emergency you had so I’ll end this by saying: great video! *runs to bathroom*

[@planetina1145]

Stay clean stay scrubbed and as always stay motivated.

[@kirkjordan8718]

Dollar stores are also pretty legit for car life things.

[@ptradventures2262]

I live part-time in my pick-up truck, I enjoyed your show

[@spiritualnomadlife]

So I’m halfway through this video and I just have to stop and say you are so inspiring and entertaining I literally cannot believe I am just finding your channel. I am being called to live out of my car as well so I really appreciate everything you said in this video thank you so much for posting this dude You got me laughing so hard 😂 Thank you 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@raye5071]

Congratulations on your sobriety ! Safe travels!

[@luigih5018]

I’ve just came back to my studio from 5 weeks living in my car. I’ve been watching videos on it for more than 5 years just bc I was fond of this subject. I decided to do it as a change and see how it goes. First 3 days I was about to come back home, after that it went so organically. It’s easier than you think. I made a comfy bed and next days only got more adjustments regarding my routine. You’ll need lil and the less the better you’re gonna feel. I got that cooker they sell at Walmart and it was a huge saving on food and keeping it healthy. After 5 weeks I was worn out and came back home. I’d say you should keep yourself busy so you don’t feel bored. I’d do it again short term not sure if I’d be able to live.

[@emiliaanaya4622]

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[@robertmitchell8630]

Yes I'll like to do it short term a month Max

[@florafauna1790]

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[@joseloo5719]

l'm 67 yrs old man now is when adventure starts for me l'll be living out my car May get a van in the future 👍

[@yeshappynomad7510]

Fellow recovering nomad ✨ you're doing the thing. Big props

[@anastasiahendrix9315]

Hi your channel came up on suggestions and I loved it I’ve obsessed over van life for years I finally bought one twos years ago and it broke down a year ago. I have a dog may be way to small to do car life but your set up is nice. I love your energy and the fact your from Dallas Tx I am too born and raised!!

[@rdrd5907]

Congratulations Jake Great video !! Can you please do a part two and talk about the climate control and how that works in your car and also the gas mileage and gas costs doing Gig jobs that you have now in the Prius !! Thank you!!!

[@ceco2047]

Jake you are DA MAN! Your videos are always top-notch. I watch everyday.

[@coolboy23445ify]

Being in a space that's confined and portable, and living very minimally provides me comfort and a sense of relief. I find it fun to be living differently than everyone else, and I don't see myself getting an apartment anytime soon. I'd rather save my money than fund this capitalistic world we live in. I can't wait to reach my 1 year milestone. Another great video, much love bro.

[@designthinkingwithgian]

I feel you man. These landlords are getting super greedy. Time to give them the FINGER

[@rickcooper156]

Very well said Sir! Every month, I see more cars, SUV's, and vans all around me. Those high rents are driving people into this mobile lifestyle in droves! It amazes me on how many people have told me that they wished that they had done this long ago... Just think of the memories created and the money saved... I wish that more people would come to realize that Memories and Love are the only things we get to take with us... Everything else just fades away.

[@tomholbrook2948]

Jake, Dig your channel. Been where you are. Wanting to go back. Freedom is just so awesome

[@maryanngonzales3465]

There’s pros & cons to everything. NOT having to raise money for rent/mortgage sounds like a PRO! 😉

[@haydenarter7505]

13:15 dude you should look into a virtual mailbox you can get it in any state and they can shred or forward to anywhere your at! It's like $7, wayyy cheaper than po box

[@princessleyla]

Which one is that, the ones I've seen are at least $15 to $30

[@haydenarter7505]

@@princessleyla I use freedom mailbox and anytime mailbox. Also some cities are cheaper than others

[@DreWooo]

Love your videos Jake. Keep going man you are an inspiration

[@shelbyandmargaret]

Great video, really like the self care items you have on board and the more healthy places to eat.🎉

[@jeremiahallyn4603]

Wow, 3 years, that's crazy! So glad you're still doing your thing and seem to be in a great spot in your life. Thanks for sharing your daily car life for all new subs, or people that didn't know how you do it. Stay safe out there bro 💯✌

[@professorbluej]

Love your content. I'm in the process of getting my car fixed up to live in as well. I'm looking forward to it.

[@gracehall6009]

It's like we have to work 2 jobs in order to survive. A full time and a part time job. It's really sad that out only option in life is to work, sleep, pay bill's. Working 2 job's and when do we have time to workout and stay fit to work so much? We have to stay fit so we don't deteriorate.

[@spiritualnomadlife]

Love you Jake! Your one of the realest people living this lifestyle that’s why I love your videos! I just started living in my car full time a couple weeks ago so I’m learning still but I love it so much. Keep being awesome! 🎉🙂