Why Domicile Matters So why does domicile matter? Domicile is an important factor in many determinations including: Insurance (property and health); Income and Estate Taxes; Venues for lawsuits; Voting; Disposition of Assets at Death; Healthcare and Travel as may be determined by state agencies (as was seen during the COVID-19...

There are a few big decisions when planning and preparing to go full-time in your RV, including choosing your Homebase and setting up your mail forwarding service. While it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of traveling the country and finding new adventures at every turn, these are...

Across the country, voting in the general election will take place on November 5, 2024. For those of you domiciled in Florida, South Dakota and Texas, keep reading to learn important dates and ensure you are prepared to vote. Voting Absentee in Sumter County, Florida Registering to Vote In Sumter...

If you’re a full-time RVer or someone who likes to take extended road trips in your RV, campervan, skoolie, etc, you need an RV mail forwarding service! But what is an RV mail forwarding service?  Well, it’s just what it sounds like. An RV mail forwarding service is a business...

Many full-time RVers who are mostly focused (rightfully so) on their next adventure often reach out to ask how long it takes to establish a new domicile.  As with most seemingly simple questions, a legal response is never as straightforward, and here, it is no different. The answer: it depends...

Most of us take mail delivery for granted when living in a sticks-and-bricks home. Incoming parcels are delivered right to our doorstep and we just raise the flag on the mailbox to have our outgoing mail picked up. Taking a week or two of vacation is not a big deal,...

Domicile for RVers: Does It Matter? It’s unlikely that you’ve been sitting around a campfire outside your RV with friends asking each other, “Where are you currently domiciled?” This legal concept is not part of our everyday thoughts, conversations, or interactions, but it could have a very important effect on...

One of the most important areas of concern for full-time travelers is where to call “home,” often referred to legally as “domicile.” When you live in an RV full-time, who cares? This article is a detailed exploration of questions about residency, domicile, and all their ramifications. How ‘Most’ People Establish...

This article was originally published in the September/October 2014 issue of Escapees magazine. As the pandemic continues, we see more and more RVers considering finding a home base from where they can comfortably stay until they feel safe enough to travel freely again. We hope Ron’s advice below is helpful...

Let me introduce myself. I am a law partner in the firm of Loring & Associates. My law partner, Shawn Loring, is also CEO of Escapees. Our firm concentrates on matters important to the fulltime RVers. One of the most important areas of concern is “Domicile”. When you live in...