When I got divorced in 2003 I moved into my small 700sq feet industrial and loved it.....right until I got caught by the landlord and reported to the council for dwelling in non-dwelling accommodation. So having been thrown out, I then lived and worked out of my small van for 6 years spending 1 or 2 nights a week in whatever Premier Inn or travel lodge I was closest too at the time. It wasn't about the money as such but about the freedom to do what I wanted, when I wanted, which was wonderful. Worked - travelled-worked-travelled until I made a permanent move out here in 2011.
Living in your workspace is great, but there are pitfalls if you're not well prepared. I will read the post you mentioned as I love people who don't follow the normal rules of human engagement!
Have a great weekend and I hope all is well in Portugal :-)
That just sucks that you got caught, but I guess it's one of the risks.
Glad the van thing worked out for you, it's a viable strategy, along with hotels - it's similar to what I imagine myself doing if I ever get a van, but I'm kind of settled here now.
I am quite a homely individual especially now at my age!
Going great here cheers!
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Congrats for living in your van for such a long time! I dream about owning a van in order to visit the entire country and sleep in it whenever I please. Congrats for also moving out of it too, it has been quite a rollercoaster for you as well!