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There’s a lot to learn when you’re new to RVing. After purchasing your RV and equipping it with the right gear, the last thing you want is to feel overwhelmed trying to select where to camp. So we asked the question: what are the best RV trips for beginners?
Of course, we have our own opinions, but we wanted to see what the RV community felt. We asked experienced RVers which destinations or campgrounds they would recommend for beginners. With over 150 replies, here are the top five answers:

1. Somewhere close to home
2. State parks
3. Good Sam Campgrounds
4. Your backyard
5. National parks

(Runner-up: Wal-Mart parking lot).

Why Stay Close to Home on Your First RV Trip as a Beginner?

The overwhelming majority of experienced RVers recommended sticking to somewhere close to home as a beginner. Their reasons were practical:

• You know where to go (home or familiar stores) if you forget supplies.
• You’re not far from your community if you need help.
• If something breaks down, towing your RV back to your house won't take long or cost too much.
• You do less driving and more time getting familiar with your RV.
• You won’t hurt your wallet on gas expenses if you overpack (which most first-timers do!)

Boondocking in your backyard is a great way to learn about your RV and its systems. Just remember: Depending on your RV, you’ll need potable water, a way to empty your holding tanks, and a proper power supply – 30 or 50 amps.

Which Locations Make For The Best RV Trips for Beginners?

We collected specific recommendations for those who want to venture out while staying close to home. These came directly from experienced RVers nationwide who were willing to share their favorite destinations for RV newbies.
Because we don’t know where home is for you, we organized this list of the best RV trips for beginners and organized them by region.

The Best RV Trips for Beginners in the Northeast

Bayley’s Camping Resort – Scarborough, Maine

Park Features:

• 512 full hookup sites
• 75’ pull-thru sites
• 44’ back-in sites
• Weekly entertainment schedule
• Recreation facilities
• Pools, restaurants, camp stores, and an arcade

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Kennebec River Campground – The Forks, Maine

Park Features:

• Six secluded RV sites with electric hookups
• Full restaurant and brewery with deck seating
• Swimming pool and hot tub
• Bathhouse with hot, running water
• Easy access to the Kennebec River
• Base camp for whitewater rafting, snowmobiling, and other Maine adventures

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Gettysburg Battlefield RV Resort – Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Park Features:

• 250 RV sites
• 60’ maximum RV length
• Battlefield reenactment grounds, Olympic swimming pool, and stocked fishing pond
• Game room, general store, and ice cream parlor
• Canoe, kayak, and paddle boat rentals
• Themed activities, nature trail, and laundry facilities

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Quechee / Pine Valley – Hartford, Vermont

Park Features:

• Full hookup RV sites (30 and 50 amp service)
• 85’ maximum RV length
• Off-leash dog park and activity field
• Bike, canoe, and banana bike rentals
• Heating swimming pool (open 5/27 to 9/5)
• Saturday hay rides, playground adventures, and family fishing at the pond

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Cherrystone Campground – Cape Charles, Virginia

Park Features:

• Open seasonally from 4/1 to 10/31
• 181 full hookup 30 amp sites (87 wateelectric only 30 amp sites)
• 121 full hookup 50 amp sites
• Private beach, beach entry pool, and two Olympic-sized pools
• Lazy river, mini golf course, and four fishing piers
• Daily shuttle service into Downtown Cape Charles

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Holiday Trav-L-Park – Virginia Beach, Virginia

Why They Recommended: “The place is pretty big (but tight, please know HOW to drive). It has seven pools, a bar, a restaurant, laundry, concerts, and a little trolley that will take you to the beach for even more entertainment.”
Park Features:

• 700 RV sites (full hookup and wateelectric only)
• Wooded, partly shaded, or open site locations
• Maximum RV length varies by site type
• On-site laundromat, Safari Cafe, and eight tiled comfort stations
• Trolley from the cafe to the beach and beyond
• Dog park, bike path, and convenience store

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Virginia Beach Holiday – Virginia Beach, Virginia

Why They Recommended: “They just put in a lazy river and a brand new pool. It’s state-of-the-art!”
Park Features:

• Full hookup sites with 50, 30, and 20 amp compatibility
• 45’ maximum RV length
• Two heated pools, a lazy river, and a splash pad
• Trolley stop for exploring the nearby Virginia Beach waterfront
• Community bonfire, dog park, and electric vehicle charging station
• Bicycle, golf cart, and pedal cart rentals

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New River Gorge Campground – Lansing, West Virginia

Park Features:

• Full hookup RV sites (30 and 50 amp)
• Views of ponds, sunsets, and nightly firefly displays (seasonally)
• Catch-and-release fishing
• Hiking and biking trails, swimming, and kayaking nearby
• Nearby rock climbing, rafting, and horseback riding

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The Best RV Trips for Beginners in the Southeast

Wind Creek State Park – Alexander City, Alabama

Park Features:

• 586 campsites with wateelectric hookups
• 157 waterfront campsites and 268 full hookup sites with sewer
• Two laundry facilities at the marina and a bathhouse
• Archery range, fishing, and mini golf course
• Boat rentals, horseback rides, and zipline canopy tours
• Sunday services, swimming area, and outdoor pavilions

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Everglades Isle – Everglades City, Florida

Park Features:

• 59 full hookup RV sites (30 and 50 amp)
• Concrete pads (waterfront and inland) with daily trash service
• Clubhouse laundry facilities and complimentary Wi-Fi
• Luxury clubhouse with drinks, food, billiards, movies, and more
• Fitness center, office space, and veranda seating
• Lounge area, salon, and spa

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Orlando / Kissimmee – Kissimmee, Florida

Why They Recommended: “Orlando has the best prices all year round! It’s in close proximity to Universal Studios, Disney, Disney Springs, lots of attractions, several grocery stores, and restaurants. Target even ships deliveries there.”
Park Features:

• Full hookup RV sites with 134’ maximum RV length (30 and 50 amp)
• Bike rentals, mini pocket park, and access to the public bus service
• Dog park, outdoor pavilion, and fitness center
• Heated swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna (open year-round)
• Electric vehicle charging station and taxi service
• Jump pad and playground for the kids

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Fisheating Creek Outpost – Palmdale, Florida

Why They Recommended: “The lots have much more space than most parks. You are not three feet from your neighbor.”
Park Features:

• 18,000+ acre wildlife management area
• 48 full hookup RV sites (5 of which are ADA-accessible)
• The swimming area at Depot Lake
• Large pond with two islands near the Camp Store
• Canoe rentals and Riverside Cafe (open seasonally)
• Large screened recreation area with central bathhouse

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Big Lagoon State Park – Pensacola, Florida

Park Features:

• ~75 campsites (some RV or tent, some tent-only, some RV-only)
• 40’ maximum RV length
• Swimming, boating, fishing, and paddling
• Biking, stargazing, and geocaching
• Access to the Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail
• Boat launch, playground, and amphitheater

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Jetty Park Campground – Port Canaveral, Florida

Park Features:

• 358 total sites (variety of water-only and wateelectric hookups)
• Bathhouses and communal fire pits.
• Views of rocket launches from Canaveral Air Force Station
• Shuffleboard courts and horseshoe pits
• Daily arrivals and departures of cruise ships and submarines
• Camp store and nearby fishing pier

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Smith Ridge Campground – Campbellsville, Kentucky

Park Features:

• 80 campsites (62 with water and electric hookups)
• Flush toilets, showers, fire rings, and potable water
• Kid’s playground and easy access to miles of hiking trails
• Frisbee golf course, boat ramp, and swimming beach
• Fishing pier, marina, and picnic areas

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Mountain Stream RV Park – Marion, North Carolina

Park Features:

• 44 full hookup sites (30 and 50 amp)
• 45’ maximum RV length
• Access to Buck Creek along two edges of the campground
• Five miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway
• Dog park, kid’s playground, and outdoor pavilion
• Camp store and bathhouse with showers and toilets

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North Myrtle Beach RV Resort – Little River, South Carolina

Park Features:

• Oversized full hookup sites and a fully-stocked camp store
• Views of the nearby Intracoastal Waterway
• Swimming pool with a slide and splash pad for the kids
• 60-slip boat dock with observation deck
• Live music every weekend during the summer
• Food and drinks on the water at the Tiki Bar and Grill

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Myrtle Beach State Park – Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Park Features:

• 140 standard water and electric campsites
• 138 full hookup sites
• All sites are located about 300 yards from the beach
• 30-40’ maximum RV length
• Beach access for pets and bikes is restricted to certain time periods (see site for more info)
• Nearby access to birding, fishing, swimming, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and more

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PirateLand Family Camping Resort – Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Park Features:

• 748 full hookup sites
• Access to free Wi-Fi and daily trash pickup at each site
• Gated entrance with 24/7 patrol crew
• Eight climate-controlled bathhouses with toilets and showers
• Fully stocked camp store, outdoor chapel, and laundry facility
• On-site water park with Olympic swimming pool, lazy river, and more

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Ocean Lakes Family Campground – Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Park Features:

• 859 full hookup sites with free Wi-Fi
• 649 concrete pad sites with 45’ maximum RV length
• 19 total beach accesses
• Three-acre family fun center with game center, mini golf, swimming pool, and more
• Volleyball, shuffleboard, and basketball courts
• Nearby Ocean Lakes Nature Center Discover Lab with more than 10,000 shells and fossils

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Anchor Down RV Resort – Dandridge, Tennessee

Park Features:

• 170 concrete full hookup sites
• All sites at least 50’ long by 18’ wide (sites differ by type and location)
• Basketball, gaga ball, pickleball, and volleyball courts
• Boat, jet ski, and golf cart rentals
• Leash-free pet park, beach area, and campground cafe
• Saltwater kiddie pool and large pool with waterslide (open Memorial Day to Labor Day)

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Cherokee Dam Campground – Jefferson City, Tennessee

Park Features:

• 44 total sites (39 with water and electric)
• Views of the lake and mountains from nearly every site
• Sites require a two-night minimum stay
• The use of a water pressure regulator is highly recommended
• Nearby access to swimming and birdwatching
• Large public boat ramp nearby

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Melton Hill Dam Campground – Lenoir City, Tennessee

Park Features:

• 61 total sites (35 with water and electric)
• Sites require a two-night minimum stay
• Two bathhouses with showers and flush toilets
• Designated swimming area
• Canoe and boat ramp access
• Free dump station access

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Camp Margaritaville RV Resort and Lodge – Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Park Features:

• Full hookup concrete campsites
• Complimentary Wi-Fi and cable TV
• Nearby Fin City Entertainment Center with arcade, bowling, billiards, and more
• Nearby pool recreation area with water slides, lazy river, and kid zone
• Pet park, camp store, and kid’s playground
• Live entertainment, breakfast buffet, and barestaurant

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Little Arrow Outdoor Resort – Townsend, Tennessee

Park Features:

• Luxury and standard full hookup RV sites
• Luxury sites with outdoor sink and cabana
• Standard sites with paved patios and fire rings
• 24/7 coffee lounge with playroom and movie/book exchange
• Zero-entry pool with grottos, hot tub, and splash pad
• 1-2 miles of quiet, peaceful hiking trails

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The Best RV Trips for Beginners in the Midwest

Sycamore Springs Park – English, Indiana

Park Features:

• 30 and 50-amp sites with a 55’ minimum site length
• Full hookup, wateelectric, and primitive camping available
• Free firewood and fire pits on all sites
• Modern restrooms and shower houses
• Family-friendly camping with no alcohol allowed on the grounds
• Fishing, hiking and picnicking available

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Lake Rudolph Campground and RV Resort – Santa Claus, Indiana

Park Features:

• Open season 5/1 to 10/31
• 146 full hookup 50-amp sites
• 110 full hookup 30-amp sites
• Gem mining, golf cart rentals, and take-out dining
• Swimming pool, dog park, and water park
• Free shuttle service to the theme park and water park

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Grand Haven State Park – Grand Haven, Michigan

Park Features:

• 48-acre park with Lake Michigan to the west and the Grand River to the north
• 174 paved campsites
• Steps away from the beach and the river
• Scenic views of the Grand Haven pier and two lighthouses
• Boardwalk along the Grand River for fishing or walking
• Accessible playground, picnic area, and modern restrooms

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Otsego Lake State Park – Gaylord, Michigan

Park Features:

• 155 campsites (split between the North and South campgrounds)
• Half-mile sandy beach with designated swim area
• Kayak, paddleboard, and canoe rentals for day-use
• Nearby access to the Iron Belle Trail for hiking, biking, and snowmobiling
• Fishing pier and boat launch
• Designated beach area for metal detecting

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Itasca State Park – Park Rapids, Minnesota

Park Features:

• 223 drive-in campsites in two campgrounds (160 electric-only)
• 60’ maximum RV length
• Seasonal dump station available in the Bear Paw Campground
• Interpretive exhibits and year-round naturalist programs
• Two-hour excursion boat tours of Lake Itasca
• Nearby restaurant and cafe (open seasonally)

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Silver Dollar City Campground – Branson, Missouri

Park Features:

• Full hookup sites (30 and 50 amp)
• Picnic table and fire ring at each site
• Kid’s playground and swimming pool (open 5/28-9/5)
• Nearby theme park, water park, and dinner cruises
• Clubhouse with supplies and an air-conditioned lounge with Wi-Fi
• Complimentary shuttle service into Silver Dollar City

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Lake Mcconaughy State Recreation Area – Brule, Nebraska

Park Features:

• Seven developed campgrounds
• Reservable and first-come, first-served campsites
• Reservable beach camping in 17 designated zones
• Reservations required 5/20 to 9/10
• Archery range, swimming, and playground
• Boating, fishing, and hunting

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Mt. Gilead Holiday – Mt. Gilead, Ohio

Park Features:

• 150 acres of walking trails
• Dog park, playground, and fishing ponds
• Golf driving range
• Zero-entry swimming pool (open 5/26-9/4)
• Golf course rentals, sand volleyball, and ‘The Bonfire Bar’

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The Best RV Trips for Beginners in the South

The Woodlands RV Resort – Heber Springs, Arkansas

Park Features:

• 71 full hookup sites
• Five minutes from beaches, boat ramps, restaurants, and a golf course
• Easy access to hiking and biking trails
• Swimming pool, playground, and fishing pond
• Bathhouse, laundry room, and dog run coming soon

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Sarah’s Seaside RV Oasis – Grand Isle, Louisiana

Why They Recommended: It’s the most laid back!
Park Features:

• Full hookup sites (30 and 50 amp)
• Family and pet-friendly
• Walking distance from restaurants, shopping, and bars
• Renowned for nearby world-class fishing and birdwatching
• Seasonal events like holiday decorating contests, seafood boils, movie nights, and more

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The Best RV Trips for Beginners in the Southwest

Mather Campground – Grand Canyon Village, Arizona

Park Features:

• 327 primitive campsites with fire rings, a cooking grate, and a picnic table
• Flush toilets and drinking water spigots throughout
• Free dump station at Camper Services nearby
• Generators not permitted in Pine Loop (sites 265-319)
• Easy access to a paved walking and biking trail leading to overlooks and the visitor center

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Tucson Lazydays – Tucson, Arizona

Park Features:

• 360 full hookup sites
• 73’ maximum RV length
• Pet-friendly sites, dog park, and dog wash available
• Two swimming pools, a hot tub, and a sauna (open year-round)
• Mini golf, bike rentals, workout room, and more

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Caballo Lake State Park – Caballo, New Mexico

Park Features:

• Seven full hookup sites
• 98 water and electric (30 amp) sites
• 10 water and electric (50 amp) sites
• Three boat docks and two boat ramps
• Playgrounds and visitor centers with interactive exhibits for the kids
• Fishing, swimming, hiking, horseback riding, and more

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The Best RV Trips for Beginners in the Northwest

Coloma Resort – Coloma, California

Park Features:

• 43 full hookup sites
• 45’ maximum RV length
• Sewer hookups are available at off-river sites only
• Calendar of naturalist-led activities available (summer months only)
• Exclusive riverfront access with nearby kayaking, tubing, and rafting
• Swimming pool and children’s playgrounds
• Wireless internet throughout the campground

Pro Tip: You must cross the Mt. Murphy Bridge to reach this campground. Here are the height and weight restrictions for that bridge:

• Max Height: 13' 6
• Max Weight for 2 Axle vehicles: 12 Tons (24,000 pounds)
• Max Weight for 3 Axle vehicles: 19 Tons (38,000 pounds)

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Arrowhead RV Park – Cascade, Idaho

Park Features:

• 116 full hookup sites
• Easy access to the Payette River for fishing or paddling
• Shuffleboard and horseshoe pit for family entertainment
• Communal firepit on the edge of the river
• Recreation room with books, board games, and movies

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St. Mary / East Glacier – St. Mary, Montana

Why They Recommended: “Beautiful views right from the park!”
Park Features:

• 75’ maximum RV length
• 30 and 50-amp sites
• Large hot tub, pool, and sauna (seasonally)
• Kayak rentals and easy access to the Lower St. Mary Lake & River
• Dog kennels and dog walking service (for when you want to explore nearby Glacier National Park)

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Cape Blanco State Park – Port Orford, Oregon

Park Features:

• 52 electric hookup sites with water
• Easy access to wildlife viewing, fishing, and horse trails
• Beach access and hiking trails
• Flush toilets and hot showers
• Lighthouse and Hughes House for historical tours

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Seven Feathers RV Resort – Canyonville, Oregon

Park Features:

• 182 full hookup sites
• 60’ maximum pull-thru size
• 55’ maximum back-in size
• Hotel and casino across the street
• Indoor heated pool and hot tub
• Fitness and media centers

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Hello all -- first time poster here. Sorry for the really long post, I guess part of this is therapeutic for me just to write out.
I've really been struggling recently, as my wife has come to absolutely despise by 67 year old mother, and I'm not sure if there's anything that can fix it.
A little bit of my history. I've always been very close with my family. I grew up in a south Asian household (although I always felt we integrated nicely with a lot of American culture -- both me and my sibling have lived in a large US city our entire lives and consider ourselves American both in culture as well as nationality). However, as in many Asian cultures, respect for elders is extremely important. I always had a parent-child relationship with my parents (meaning that they were in charge, and not interested in being my friend, but rather my mentors and provided invaluable guidance over the years). Both of my parents sacrificed a lot for me and mysibling, but especially my mom who chose to forgo advancing her own career, and to work part time in order to raise my sibling and I. I've always had a good relationship with my mom, although we've had our share of fights over the years (we're both pretty stubborn), but they typically last no more than a 3-5 days on average and then things are completely back to normal. I would say this happens an average of 1-2 times per year at most. I do feel very close with my mom (& my dad as well, but my wife doesn't seem to have any issues with my dad so I'm not focussing on that part). I do believe that much of the success I have achieved in life is directly attributable to the sacrifices my mom made as well as the time she spent raising and teaching me. I have always respected my parents, which is typical of Asian culture. By respect, I mean things like not talking back, valuing their opinions, and trying to make their life easier or happier in small ways (visiting them on weekends, going out to dinner together -- we live roughly 40 minutes apart).
A bit of my wife's history -- she grew up with her parents being divorced from a young age. Both of her parents are wonderful people who I really adore, but they were extremely lenient with her growing up (they were not on top of her with regards to schoolwork, she would talk back to them at times without getting in much trouble, she was able to sneak out of her house as a teen, etc.). These are by no means egregious offenses, and I suspect many kids do the same at that age. However, there was a clear difference in her relationship with her parents -- there was no real enforcement of rules or punishment for breaking rules. Through my lens, it seems that this has manifested as a lack of respect for her own parents, as well as her elders. She mostly has a good relationship with both of her parents, but when she does disagree with them, she talks to them in ways I could never imagine speaking to my own parents (talks back, hangs up on them, etc.). She says that she needs to "put them in their place" at times, which I also find rude. Overall, I would say she grew up much less "family-oriented" than I did, for what it's worth.
My wife is also somewhat of a nomad (mostly not by choice). She moved a few times growing up (within the same state, but different areas), and then went out of state for college, only to leave after 1.5 years and finish at a local state school (in a different state) where her mother lived at the time. Because of this, she has very few close friends, and the ones that she does have are spread out all across the country on different coasts. This is in stark contrast to me. I've been lucky to maintain the same group of friends that I've had since we were 8 or 9 years old. On top of that, most of them have stayed in the same area that we grew up in (where my wife and I now live). I think the lack of a social circle has affected my wife since she moved to my city, but I'm not sure what solution there is for that since there is no city we could live in where she would have a group of close friends or family (her parents live in different states and split time between different states, her 3 closest friends live in 3 different states).
I've known my wife for 8 years and we've been married for 2.5. I love her. She is a great person; she is kind, compassionate, loving, and at her core truly does care deeply about others (though I feel that this does not always come across in the way she talks to her own parents). She's funny, adventurous, and up until recently, I was always happier around her. We were recently blessed with the birth of our son, who is now 11 months old. Our son is the best thing that has ever happened to us, but his arrival seems to have simultaneously strained our relationship in ways I did not anticipate. I knew that the sleep deprivation would be hard, and our lives would change drastically. What I did not envision was a deepening hatred that my wife has developed for my mom.
Prior to the birth of our son, my wife did not have much of an issue with my mom other than thinking she was "needy" for wanting to see myself and my sibling once a week, even if it was just for a dinner (again, we live roughly 40 minutes apart, and my parents are typically willing to drive to us, meet us at a restaurant, or have us over). My mom does tend to be picky with where we eat out (she doesn't eat most meat, and prefers vegetarian options), but that never really bothered me, though it seems to bother my wife that my mom is "getting her way", even though this was at most 1 meal in the week.
I know that my mom can certainly be stubborn and hard to deal with at times, but I know her very well, and I always felt that she was inclusive of my wife, and never did anything that warranted being strongly disliked. The one exception to this was during our son's baby shower. We had planned a large party with a lot of family and friends that my parents hosted (their house is large enough to accomodate a party of that size). During the baby shower, my mom helped arrange catering of food, ordering tables, chairs, tablecloths, and hiring a bartender (my parents also paid for all of this). My wife did not like my mom's taste with regards to tablecloths and chair decorations and she was irritated that my mom wanted to help and be involved in the planning (though to her credit, my wife did not outwardly show this discontent to my mom, though it was certainly made known to me). My wife handled the floral arrangements and other decorative pieces such as a backdrop, and spent a lot of time and effort getting them exactly how she wanted. I kind of sensed that my mom felt that she was being taken for granted and underappreciated by my wife (she did take care and pay for a lot), and my wife felt that my mom was being overbearing with planning, and also felt that my mom was purposefully spiteful (my wife claims that every other member of my family commented on how nice the floral arrangements were, but my mom never did). This culminated in a "fight" where my wife wanted a decorative piece in one part of the yard and my mom wanted it in another part. There was some exchange of words at the time, though I did not witness this. This left my mom feeling that my wife was "disrespectful" and left my wife hating my mom for not honoring her decision about where to place the decorative piece, since this was her baby shower. This led to a very upsetting experience for my wife and I as we really did not enjoy the baby shower at all (although this was not evident to our guests or other family members, as we were able to "fake it"). My wife was particularly upset after the baby shower when we drove home since she felt that it was supposed to be a special day for her, and my mom ruined it, which I mostly agreed with. To her credit, my mom did apologize to both my wife and me the following day, and told us that she had been under a lot of stress with many family members staying at their house, taking care of meals, sleeping arrangements, etc., and her stress got the better of her. I was willing to accept her apology and move on, but my wife has always held a grudge since that time, and feels that the apology wasn't genuine. Again, I've known my mom for a long time and she would rather not apologize at all than do so disingenuously. My wife however insists that she can read my mom better than me, since I'm biased. Nonetheless, we moved forward.
After the birth of our son, my parents and my wife's parents were overjoyed (he is all of their first grandchild). Again, we live near where I grew up so my parents are much closer to us than my wife's parents are. After the birth of our son, my wife's mom rented a place near us for 4 months to help with the baby and chores, etc. I never had any issue with this, even when she would come over multiple times a day, or even unannounced at times (this was not something that bothered me). My parents were (& are) also very eager to spend time with their grandchild, and initially were coming over every other day to see the baby, which then decreased to about twice a week, since he has been 3 months old. My wife has begun having major issues with my parents coming to see our son twice a week now. Perhaps what is most irritating to me is the fact that I anticipated this issue beforehand. I specifically asked my wife when our son was 1 or 2 months old "how often would you be okay with my parents coming to see him?", and her answer was "I would be so happy if it was just twice a week", (which she felt would be a huge improvement over the every other day they were initially coming when our son was a newborn). I assured her that twice a week was very reasonable and she said she'd be happy with that.
Fast forward to now -- my mom comes to visit twice a week for 3-4 hours and my wife says its too much. She says it's suffocating, that she shouldn't have to live her life around my mom seeing our son (which my wife does not, she always tells my mom which days to come, and they are different each week depending on what my wife wants to do), that she feels like she had a kid just for my mom to play with. Again, my mom is never insistent on what days or even times to see our son. She certainly appreciates seeing him regularly, and I always wanted my son to have a close relationship with his grandparents (both sides), as both myself and my wife did growing up. However, my wife's parents do not live near us (and don't come to visit that often). I think this plays a role in terms of her being irritated that my family sees him regularly, but I don't see any solution. Her family is financially able to visit us (very regularly) if they wanted to, but they don't make it a priority. Again, her parents are wonderful people, but they seem to be more interested in their own lives and relationships than they are in forging a deep connection with our son, their grandson (I'm not saying there is anything wrong with it, but it's the opposite of my family who really want to be close with their grandson, even if it's at the expense of time with their own friends).
I should also add that for the past 3 years my wife has not worked. This started prior to us getting married. She left her job because she hated it, and I am lucky to be in a position to financially support us on my own. However, she always told me she would (& wanted to) get a job in a field that she was more interested in, though she has never been able to articulate what that field would be (actually she was adamant that she would have a job before we got married). I tried to encourage her to find fields that appealed to her, even advised her to take risks with entrepreneurship, to see if she could make a career out of something she considers a hobby. I've paid for countless courses, certifications, etc. (90% of which she did not complete -- things like real estate certifications, social media certifications, photography lessons, camera lenses, etc.). Furthermore, I paid for her to see a therapist of her choosing for a few months hoping it would help her gain clarity with regards to what she wants to do career-wise (it did not). All in all, I've probably spent in the neighborhood of 7-8K on online courses, certifications, and she does not have anything to show for it. Once we got pregnant, we agreed that she would take on more of a domestic role (which is what she said she wanted as well, I did not force her into this -- and she was also not doing anything else for work anyway). The point I'm making here is not that I feel she needs to work, it is just that she gets to see our son all the time (it's not like she's going to work and handing our son off to my mom). Also, many times my wife will say "Oh why don't you come on Monday" when we see my mom (which my mom will then do). Then Monday rolls around and my wife is texting me at work all day constantly complaining about how my mom is interacting with our son (she doesn't watch him closely enough, or she doesn't put him in his crib to nap, or she feeds him when she's not supposed to, etc.), how long my mom is staying, how she feels trapped in the house when my mom is there, etc. She basically wants my mom to come over for no more than 2 hours and then leave (again we live about 40 minutes apart).
This issue she has with my mom seeing our son a couple of times a week for a few hours, has started to cause bigger and bigger fights between us. Part of me understands that my wife's lack of her own social circle of close friends, and not having family nearby is contributing to her unhappiness with our current situation. But the other part of me can't help but feel like I've done everything in my power to help, and it feels that she is just complaining about my mom because she's unhappy with where she is in life. I have tried helping her find a career that she would like, I have tried telling her she can remain a stay at home mom if she wants, I have tried getting her a therapist to help her work through her issues, I have tried encouraging her to join mom & baby classes to meet new friends (which she now attends, but hasn't made any real friends during them), I have offered to joint local couples meetups with her to meet new friends if that would make her more comfortable, I have encouraged her to invite the few local friends she does have over for dinner or even go out with them while I watch the baby, I have offered to move to a part of the city that is even further from my parents, and I've even offered to move cities altogether to be closer to her own family (although her family does not reside in just 1 city, they split time between a few). I've also told her to voice her issues to my mom and hash out whatever the issues are, but she says my mom will see it as disrespectful and "make things even more awkward" (which may in fact be true, but in that case I've told her we would just see my mom less, which is what she wants anyway...). Each time I suggest something, I feel that it is met with resistance or some excuse as to why it won't work (for instance when I suggest moving cities, she says no because I'll "use that against her" in the future if we fight). I'm just not sure where I can take it from here. I'm sure couples counseling has to be a part of the solution in some way, but I'm not sure what they are going to be able to offer that I haven't already tried.
I guess I'm just looking for advice. My guess is my wife wants me to just straight up tell my mom she can't come over twice a week anymore (but I could see my wife having a problem even if it was just once a week), for no good reason. My mom has no idea my wife despises her, and me just randomly telling my parents they can't come over anymore for no apparent reason would cause a rift between me & them. I love my parents and they're only getting older. They're not going to live forever, and I would feel awful if I told them they just can't come to see their grandson because my wife doesn't like my mom for no particularly legitimate reason.
Thanks in advance to whoever read through this, and for whatever advice you can provide.
TLDR - I feel like I've bent over backwards to make my wife happy but she still has a major issue with my mom that I don't know how to resolve.

We currently live just outside of Boston and are considering moving back to the midwest, specifically the Green Bay, WI area. We have $100k saved for a downpayment, closing, and moving expenses along with $30k in savings. We are looking at houses in the $330k-$425k range. I've never owned a home, but my wife did and sold it 5 years ago (I wasn't on the paperwork/mortgage and she owned it prior to us getting married).
Question #1, would I/we still qualify as FTHB's?
I will be contacting two local (Green Bay) mortgage brokers, along with our CU in WI who we are still a member of, as well as 1-2 national lenders. We have zero debt, very good income, and credit scores in the 740-790 range, depending on the credit bureau, so getting pre-approval will not be an issue.
Questions #2 & #3, is this too many lenders to reach out to? Are there any national lenders who have better ratings/service?
As for realtors, I have a recommendation from a family member for a realtor who's in the next large town over (30 miles) away. My employer also has a benefit, Real Estate Advantage through Coldwell Banker, where they will match you with a local realtor, recommend lending, and offer a cash rebate or credit on closing costs at closing if we use their realtor.
Questions #4 & #5, is the family recommended realtor considered "local" enough? It would be great to have access to homes for sale that aren't necessarily on the market or listed yet, which is something that the Coldwell Banker people were touting on their webinar. Does anyone have any experience with programs like Real Estate Advantage?
Since we are 1200 miles away, we really don't have the ability to view any homes we are interested in person. Yes, some that I've looked at have virtual tours they can do, and we do have some family who would be willing to check a few places out. We'd obviously fly out to view it in person prior to closing. However, because of this, I'm thinking that we can't take the risk of waiving inspection, which may put us at a big disadvantage since the last 3 houses I've been watching went under contract in less than 3 days and I can only assume that the buyers waived everything to get the win.
Question #6, does anyone have any recommendations or things we should consider why trying to purchase a home long distance?
Anyway, thanks in advance for any advice you may have to offer!

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Some people are born entrepreneurs, while others may not have that same calling. At the age of 16, I embarked on my entrepreneurial path, and it has been an incredible journey ever since. * High School Beginnings: Embossed Leather Bags and Belts * My entrepreneurial journey started in high school. I crafted and sold embossed leather bags, belts, and other accessories. It was a small venture, but it ignited my passion for business. * Car Detailing for Imported Toyotas * Later, I ventured into the world of car detailing. Specifically, I focused on new imported Toyotas. Attention to detail and customer satisfaction were my driving forces. * High School Sweetheart and Business Partner * Love blossomed, and I married my high school sweetheart when I was 21 and she was 18. Together, we became a formidable team, supporting each other’s dreams. * Wholesale and Retail Garden Centers * Our journey continued as we explored wholesale and retail garden centers. Green thumbs and a love for nurturing plants fueled our success. * Fertilizer Manufacturing: The Birth of “Healthy Earth” * The turning point came when we established our own fertilizer manufacturing company. Our brand, “Healthy Earth,” became synonymous with quality and sustainability. Over the past 32 years, we’ve taken it from our garage to national and international markets—all while retaining 100% ownership. * Parallel Ventures: Real Estate Investment * Simultaneously, we delved into real estate investment. From industrial properties to domestic spaces, we strategically grew our portfolio. Every decision was backed by our hard-earned money. * Integrity Above All * Our success wasn’t built on shortcuts or evasion. We maintained a totally honest business—no tax loopholes or hidden funds. It was all about blood, sweat, and tears. * Navigating Challenges * Along the way, we faced adversity. Sabotage, scams, betrayal—these challenges tested our resilience. Employees and even friends sometimes let us down. But we persevered. * The Intelligence of Honesty * It takes intelligence to choose honesty over deceit. We avoided the traps that could have destroyed our business and tarnished our character. * A 51-Year Journey * Reflecting on 51 years in private business, I realize that these trials are part of the entrepreneurial fabric. They shape us, teach us, and ultimately define who we are. We would love to read your story too.

I focus on National Industrial Accounts, so Tenant Rep/Corporate Real Estate. I am more than happy to spend the next 10 years as a broker before hopefully transitioning to the development side (retaining my license and still transacting, but much less prospecting). My "exit strategy" is to form solid relationships with these companies, therefore having a tenant-in-tow when developing industrial buildings/parks.
Does anyone have experience/thoughts on this? I know of one extremely successful broker who is doing this now. Obviously it is much easier said than done, but it is something I have been thinking about and would appreciate thoughts/feedback from this community. A bad plan is better than no plan, right...?!
Note: I am sure some of you will ask, "if your end game is development, just pivot to that now." Answer: I have seen enough success on the brokerage side where I believe I will make much more money here than a salaried position in a 10-year time frame. I believe solidifying a careerelationships on the tenant rep brokerage side could pay dividends in the future if I choose to go to development.

A critical first step for real estate investors, small business owners, and commercial developers is obtaining a commercial mortgage. It is essential to each business venture's financial plan and not only makes property acquisition possible. This book seeks to simplify the procedure and give you the necessary information and techniques to apply for and get a mortgage on commercial real estate.
Knowing Commercial Mortgages
What exactly is a commercial mortgage? An apartment complex, shopping mall, office building, or industrial facility is the collateral for a commercial mortgage. Usually taken on by businesses rather than individuals, they are utilized only for commercial purposes.
Main Variances Between Mortgages for Homes and Businesses The underwriting procedure is where things diverge most. The ability of the property to provide income and the financial stability of the company are critical factors in commercial mortgages. Residential mortgages, however, place greater emphasis on the borrower's creditworthiness and personal income.
Getting Ready to Apply for a Commercial Mortgage Needed Financial Records Lenders will want thorough financial records, such as balance sheets, cash flow forecasts, profit and loss accounts, and company financial statements. Personal financial information of the company owners can also be needed.
Appraising Your Creditworthiness Both your personal and corporate credit histories are important. Verify the accuracy of your credit reports and highlight a track record of prompt payments and responsible credit management.
Recognising the Value of Your Property Lenders will assess the property to ascertain its market worth and income producing capacity. Gaining knowledge of this amount will enable you to bargain for better loan conditions.
Advice on a Winning Application How to Showcase Your Company and Real Estate to Their Best Advantage Create a persuasive argument by proving good business results, room for expansion, and a workable payback schedule. Make that the property is kept up and positioned as a worthwhile asset.
Working Out Conditions with Lenders Turn down the first offer. Including loan-to-value ratios, payback schedules, and interest rates, be ready to bargain for terms.
Standard Errors to Avoid Steer clear of inflated expectations, ambiguous financial records, and overleveraging. Lenders want transparency and dependability.
Getting Approved Beyond Application, What to Expect Property appraisal, financial analysis, and maybe site visits are all part of the process. The secret is patience because this could take a few weeks to several months.
Appropriation Timeline Although there might be big differences in timeframes, you should usually hear back within 60 to 90 days of submitting a complete application.
Action to Take Should They First Decline Know the causes of the fall. It can have to do with the property, the creditworthiness, or the absence of paperwork. Take care of these problems before to reapply.
Synopsis Though it can be a difficult procedure, getting a commercial property mortgage is completely doable with the correct planning and knowledge. Everything matters, from how you market your company and property to how well you comprehend and bargain for the terms of your loan. Accepting these tactics will put you well on your approach to getting your commercial property mortgage and opening doors for the expansion and prosperity of your company in the future.
Guides When is a commercial mortgage usually due? Usually lasting five to twenty years, commercial mortgages have amortization periods that go beyond the loan term.
What composes a mortgage advertisement? When a mortgage is taken out against commercial property—property or land used for business purposes—it becomes commercial.
What distinguishes a residential and commercial mortgage? The goal and underwriting procedure are where the main differences are seen. Personal mortgages concentrate on residential properties and the individual's financial circumstances; commercial mortgages are for properties connected to businesses and take the financial health of the firm into account.
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Resources:
TEG FCU: https://www.tegfcu.com/tegfcu-business-services/commercial-mortgages/
National Business Capital: https://www.nationalbusinesscapital.com/blog/commercial-business-loans/
Jet Direct Mortgage - https://jetdirectmortgage.com/commercial-lending/

This subreddit was recently re-opened after being closed for several years.
OUR CHARTER EXCLUSIVE group for producing real estate agents. This is a safe place for agents to help each other out, share marketing tips, talk about lead generation strategies and tools, or just comisserating. Investors, mortgage brokers are welcome too - but please keep all topics relevant to agents. Whether you're here to share lead generation strategies, laugh at memes, BS with other agents, or ask for help, you are in the right place! ***All questions are welcome and encouraged.
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The #1 problem most agents have is how to grow their business - because of that, we allow posts that discuss vendors, as long as they're not overly self-promotional. Other subs heavily moderate anything that may be considered commercial, but we take a softer approach. Most agents need to invest in their business (whether it's directly with paid ads, lead generation tools, or even indirectly to brokers as part of a team.
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You don't need to be a member of the National Association of Realtors to join - all topics useful to real estate agents are welcome.

Hi there. Apart from the struggling to focus I have been experiencing a few of the following, and only actually realised it now. I’m 21M for context.
1 - So I have always been successful in most avenues I persue. I am 21 and I have played provincial rugby, national horseriding (cross country), School Prefect, Air Force Cadet program Captain, Real Estate Broker for a top firm, Obtained my commercial pilots license. However I don’t play rugby anymore, dont ride, lost interest in real estate quickly, got kicked off of the Prefect program. I pick things up and put it down quickly once I master it, or I simply just dont care about it.
2- Relationships, see above. I fall deeply deeply in love with someone, and then I end up cheating after a couple of months, or the relationship fails (because of me, I end it, leaving the other party confused and hurt because I left no signs at all of the impending doom, matter of fact I treated them like a queen until the last day) I have hurt too many people like this.
3- Alcohol. I recently decided to stop drinking, as it is 0 or 100. No in between. When it comes to self control in that regard I have absolutely none. As in binge drink, do things my sober mind would NEVER even comprehend, and then do it again as soon as I sniff alcohol.
I was for a year the fittest and strongest version I have been, but thats gone out the window when I started living completely alone with my girlfriend in another town, hence when the drinking crept in, but I have stopped that now.
Would these be symptoms? Or me making excuses subconsciously.
EDIT: Emotional instability too. One week I am on top form, AKA feeling like the world belongs to me and I can make what I want from itetc on top of the world, other weeks, I am in the dumps. Completely in the pits for no specific reason I can think of for the change
Thanks guys

From fraud fuelled by a stock market-predicting ceramic frog to the ‘economic Pearl Harbour’ which saw Japanese companies buy up New York’s Rockefeller Center and Hollywood’s Columbia Pictures, East Asia’s economic golden age was one wild time for those at the top.
The mid- and late-1980s were the years of Japan’s “bubble economy”, a time when the country was at its economic peak. It was awash with money, fuelling evermore conspicuous consumption, and Western scholars, spurred on by books like Ezra Vogel’s Japan as Number One (1979), sought to predict when Japan would surpass the United States as having the largest economy in the world.
Of course, that story never came to pass. At the end of 1989, the Nikkei 225 stock market reached 39,000, a historic high. Three years later, more than half of that had been wiped out with the market at just 17,000 by the end of 1992.
However, while the good times rolled, Japan enjoyed unprecedented wealth. Here are five crazy facts from that time. The Imperial Palace in Tokyo was worth more than all of California.
Between 1956 and 1986, the price of land increased by as much as 5,000 per cent in Japan. At the peak of the bubble economy, Tokyo real estate could sell for as much as US$139,000 per square foot, which was nearly 350 times as much as equivalent space in Manhattan. By that reckoning, the Imperial Palace in Tokyo was worth as much as the entire US state of California.
It wasn’t just Tokyo that was super expensive, though. Despite Japan occupying the equivalent of only four per cent of the land mass of the entire US – Japan is about the same size as California – the value of the Japanese property market was four-times greater than that of the USA.
Land-price inflation was so distorted that land constituted 65 per cent of Japan’s national wealth, compared to just 2.5 per cent for the UK at the time.
As the Japanese economy prospered there developed an increasing appreciation for the sport of golf. With their aura of exclusivity, golf club memberships were in high demand – and came at attendant high prices. It has been estimated that the value of club membership, as a tradeable commodity, shot up by 400 per cent between 1982 and 1989 – and then an additional 190 per cent in 1989 at the height of the bubble.
Membership of the most exclusive country clubs could cost as much as ¥400 million (US$3.7 million) – the cost of entire golf courses in other countries. As a result, the Nikkei Golf Club Membership Index was created to monitor the value of golf club memberships – and at its zenith the total market value of memberships was estimated at an astounding US$200 billion.
In 1985, Japan, France, West Germany, the UK and the US signed the Plaza Accord, which aimed to lower the value of the dollar in relation to the Yen and German Deutsche Mark. The intention was to make American exports cheaper, easing America’s trade deficit.

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What are the real estate pre licensing courses; real estate practice and fundamentals tests like? What is the best way to study for them? If I am studying for the state and national tests and getting on average 85%, would I be ready to take Teheran course tests? Thank you!

My GPA is a low 3.7 KJD URM
I want to go to a t-14 but am stressed by how uncompetitive my gpa is. I got a 162 on diagnostic, but am wondering what lsat I need/ if my softs will help me get in.
Not sure how strong my softs are because they are mostly athletic (D1 in smaller sport. Historically the best school for this sport. Was on the u20 national team and played in other countries representing US)
I’ve dedicated most summers to this, and my gpa is a 4.0 in the off season. I got an award for highest gpa on my team if that means anything at top 20 school. Obviously still low for a t14
Small college club founder (20 or so members)
Worked as a property analyst at a real estate firm in HS/college
Pretty good story to tell
Graduating in three years( may take a 4th if I don’t get in this year)
Idk this page is stressing me out would love to get any info on what I need to do.
Thank you!

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The industrial portfolio involved in the transaction is a 2.1 million-square-foot property located across California, Nevada, Florida, Maryland, and Illinois. The loan amount for this industrial asset was $220 million, with KKR providing the refinancing through managed insurance accounts. The property is owned by Ares Industrial Real Estate Income Trust (AIREIT) and boasts a diverse range of institutional-grade tenants, aligning well with the strong market demand for industrial assets.

Summary of transaction details:

• Property Type: Industrial
• Transaction Amount: $220,000,000
• Address: Industrial Portfolio
• Market: California, Nevada, Florida, Maryland & Illinois
• Lender: Adam Simon & Ian McConnell - KKR
• Landlord: Michael Arougheti - Ares Industrial Real Estate Income Trust
• Broker: Alex Lapidus Okin, Alexander Hernandez, Brian Share, Ernesto Sanchez, Jason Blankfein, John Alascio, Joseph Lieske, Robert Rubano & TJ Sullivan - Cushman & Wakefield

The financing deal was secured by Ares Industrial Real Estate Income Trust (AIREIT) through a $220 million refinance provided by KKR. Cushman & Wakefield's team played a crucial role in negotiating the debt for the industrial portfolio, which comprises nine buildings spread across various states in the US. The transaction reflects the confidence of investors in the industrial sector's performance, given the strong market demand and quality of tenants within the portfolio.
Learn More: AIREIT Secures $220M Refinance For 2.1M SF Industrial Portfolio Across US