Don, You are absolutely amazing. I love the energy and excitement that you give to us. I have been binge watching your channel and was going to wait and comment until I watch all of your content. But this video requires a comment. I have been searching for property in that area for a couple of weeks. You have killed all of my fears about this challenge so I called Mr. Price today. We spoke in length for a very long time. When you speak to him, please tell him I said hello. Hopefully soon I will make the move from NorthEast Ohio. Thank you for your bravery and encouragement. 😊 How does someone get in contact with you off of UA-cam?
@@anniesshenanigans3815 first I would talk to the realtor selling the lot. Request a copy of the CCRs if any, info easement and access. The sellers terms (if owner financed) to the lot. Also check for resources,access to water, game, soil conditions for growing. Trees available for firewood. I would also talk to any locals to get opinions about the area that have lived there a bit. These are just a few ideas
Thanks Don, this is a very helpful video. It sounds as if this real estate company will do the right thing and explain what is involved to potential buyers. It would be fun to be your neighbor! Have an awesome week Don! :)
I have my affordable 6 acre home. So much better ti retire in a country aetting with my tiny house. Lots of wildlife here, too. I hope this encourages these seniors out there its possible though. Hope you get some rain next week! Cheers!
Hi Nanny Rain would be great but its a mixed blessing when all of my home framing is still subject to the elements. So delighted I went with waterproof OSB for the floor.
A hint to those considering relocating to anywhere in Arizona. Get allergy tested for our weeds, pollens, and grasses before moving. Moving here, then finding out you're allergic to mesquite (and everything else) is not a surprise you want :-)
Hi Don, it's August 29th , haven't seen any videos from you since this one hope all is OK with you - just wondering if you have a current video of your larger home build that is in process.
I'm planning on doing the van life thing when I retire is a few years. Go around the country doing the bucket list for a few years while I buy an off grid property in arizona to settle down in.
Good plan Dale. Although property seems to be going up in price these days. But the beauty of it all is that there is no scripted exact choice for any of individual. Thanks for watching.
My property is for sale down here if anyone is looking. >10 acres of RU-4 directly off highway 92. Plans have changed so I can't do my off-grid plan :-/
Everything looks great there, Don!I You are doing a GREAT job! I have 5 acres in Portal to sell on Poor Wiil Ln.. It's beautiful there on the East side of the Chiracahua Mts.! If anyone would be interested.....oh it has a well and electric.
@@affordabledesertliving3487 oh that’s awesome. That elevation helps. We had a 7 day stretch of 100-102 deg heat here in Portland. Now high 80’s. my A/C just can’t handle that kind of heat. I don’t take heat well. Cat was miserable too. Hopefully that’s the last of the 100’s!
I loved living in AZ. MY next stop, though, having just retired? The French Pyrenees. I've done the RV/nomad/work remote thing since 2017. Time to put down some roots and travel. Love your channel!
I am so sorry and I have no idea what the issue is. UA-cam has some odd algorithms I guess. One of my best friends never gets notifications when I have a new video. Just odd. Thanks for being so faithful to watch.
You do solar for power. You catch rain water. Or have water delivered. Or use the 5 gallon water containers. They can be refilled at Walmarts or a grocery store.
No well here at all rareroots. I am primarily rainwater harvesting and will increase my harvest with more roofspace hopefully soon. A well is financially not viable for some, me included.
@@affordabledesertliving3487 Dig your own well, add a hand pump and you're set. There is a couple who buy off-grid abandoned land in Alaska and another state, and they dig their own wells.
Don, You're a class act in all you do and informing others who want to create their own homestead. Keep up the great video's and stay safe. Veteran Charlie.
Respectfully that would be no. Many friends and offgrid neighbors rely on rainwater harvesting. Misunderstood often and very unutilized way of obtaining the water one needs.
If there's underground water, then all you need do is dig your own well. Don't need some big contractor to do it for you. There's a couple here on yt who purchase off-grid lands, and always dig their own wells, then use an old fashioned hand pump to get the water.
We bought our property from Ron Price! He’s awesome!!! The process was painless.
Thats so great to hear! Way to go.
Don, You are absolutely amazing. I love the energy and excitement that you give to us. I have been binge watching your channel and was going to wait and comment until I watch all of your content. But this video requires a comment. I have been searching for property in that area for a couple of weeks. You have killed all of my fears about this challenge so I called Mr. Price today. We spoke in length for a very long time. When you speak to him, please tell him I said hello.
Hopefully soon I will make the move from NorthEast Ohio. Thank you for your bravery and encouragement. 😊 How does someone get in contact with you off of UA-cam?
You are welcome to simply send me an email at affordabledesertliving@gmail.com. Cheers and thanks for watching.
Always do your resesrch on the lot your wanting to buy before hand
Sound advice indeed.
where do you "do the research" if you are just starting???
@@anniesshenanigans3815at the county offices, or their website.
@@anniesshenanigans3815 first I would talk to the realtor selling the lot. Request a copy of the CCRs if any, info easement and access. The sellers terms (if owner financed) to the lot. Also check for resources,access to water, game, soil conditions for growing. Trees available for firewood. I would also talk to any locals to get opinions about the area that have lived there a bit. These are just a few ideas
Thanks Don, this is a very helpful video. It sounds as if this real estate company will do the right thing and explain what is involved to potential buyers. It would be fun to be your neighbor! Have an awesome week Don! :)
Thanks so much for watching Martha. Have a super week as well.
I have my affordable 6 acre home. So much better ti retire in a country aetting with my tiny house. Lots of wildlife here, too.
I hope this encourages these seniors out there its possible though.
Hope you get some rain next week! Cheers!
Hi Nanny Rain would be great but its a mixed blessing when all of my home framing is still subject to the elements. So delighted I went with waterproof OSB for the floor.
Great sponsor! Good on you for finding someone local to promote!!
Thanks so much for coming by Liberty.
Hi my friend. That is exactly who I used . Ron Price. Hope you’re staying safe , and cool.
Thanks Oscar! Yep safe and well and having a great summer so far. Yep staying cool as always. But for me that means I am under 104 LOL.
A hint to those considering relocating to anywhere in Arizona. Get allergy tested for our weeds, pollens, and grasses before moving. Moving here, then finding out you're allergic to mesquite (and everything else) is not a surprise you want :-)
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YES 👍 That happened to me 19 yrs ago moving to upper Nevada desert 🥴 Took a long time to adjust & lots of misery 😣👵🏻👩🌾❣️
Hi Don, it's August 29th , haven't seen any videos from you since this one hope all is OK with you - just wondering if you have a current video of your larger home build that is in process.
I'm planning on doing the van life thing when I retire is a few years. Go around the country doing the bucket list for a few years while I buy an off grid property in arizona to settle down in.
Good plan Dale. Although property seems to be going up in price these days. But the beauty of it all is that there is no scripted exact choice for any of individual. Thanks for watching.
I'll only buy there if YOU build the house!! 🤣
No kidding! He’s definitely an EXPERT! 😃
Thanks so very much.
Thanks Dallas. Far from an expert but learning well I hope.
Right 🛠🪚🪛🪜👵🏻👩🌾❣️
Or help at least hehe 😉
My property is for sale down here if anyone is looking. >10 acres of RU-4 directly off highway 92. Plans have changed so I can't do my off-grid plan :-/
Great tip many thanks.
Everything looks great there, Don!I You are doing a GREAT job! I have 5 acres in Portal to sell on Poor Wiil Ln.. It's beautiful there on the East side of the Chiracahua Mts.! If anyone would be interested.....oh it has a well and electric.
What elevation is it
Don Your build is coming right along looks professional.
Thanks so much Mark. Lots to learn here but doing my best to make it sturdy and long lasting.
Wow, thank you Don. Great info.
You are entirely welcome!
Was worried about you not posting with the awful heat wave all over the U.S.!
At 4300 ft elevation at the moment in the evening here, its only around 80 deg with a lovely summer breeze. Thanks for caring Dallas!
You mean summer. Lol
@@affordabledesertliving3487 oh that’s awesome. That elevation helps. We had a 7 day stretch of 100-102 deg heat here in Portland. Now high 80’s. my A/C just can’t handle that kind of heat. I don’t take heat well. Cat was miserable too. Hopefully that’s the last of the 100’s!
Thank Don!
@@dallastrujillo7540 LOLOLOL Summer just getting started good !
Oh wow!!!! This is really cool!
Thanks for watching gracie!
@@affordabledesertliving3487 we never miss you! We will be down that way this fall. Maybe we can meet for iced tea. 😀
Your home build is coming along nicely!
Yeah super excited by it all Linda!
Great information 👍
Thanks Jill!
@@jill6477 he is suicidal. a property without water is very dangerous. don't depend on a car. he deletes my comments.
@@JohnnyDanger36963 You mean there's not underground water? What about digging a well? Or installing a water capture system? I've seen this done.
I loved living in AZ. MY next stop, though, having just retired? The French Pyrenees. I've done the RV/nomad/work remote thing since 2017. Time to put down some roots and travel. Love your channel!
Thanks so much for your kind comments Sue.
Thanks Don maybe some day we could be neighbors .
Hope your having a great summer Tim.
Thanks! I'll check them out.
Thanks Don
So so helpful!!!
You are very welcome!
Great video Don !
Many thanks for watching mush.
@@affordabledesertliving3487 You welcome!
I keep getting unsubscribed from your channel?? I just resubscribed again. I like your build and the area you're in. Best of luck!!!
I am so sorry and I have no idea what the issue is. UA-cam has some odd algorithms I guess. One of my best friends never gets notifications when I have a new video. Just odd. Thanks for being so faithful to watch.
Thanks a bunch!
Your so welcome. Thanks for the kind gift. Time to buy a gatorade grin. Stuff is great in hot weather.
Hope you get some lovely neighbours, looks such a beautiful peaceful area.
Thanks so much for the kind comments planet.
I would 100% do what you're doing in a heartbeat, but my wife says it's a hard NO. LOL
Got it LOL.
Good topic.
Thanks Omega. It is indeed.
Are the trees in back of you some you planted on your property or were they already there? Thanks man
For that clip of the video I went to a peaceful area not far from my home. So no trees are actually on my property. Thanks for watching.
Good on ya Don helping people buy propertys near you they might be good friends to you later to
I have met some fantastic people through youtube Kriss. Hope your having a good winter mate. Unless you have escaped to somewhere abroad.
You better get that wrap and get a roof on a machine coming.
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interesting that some of those listed show a hoa fee...SMALL, however....
Most of the time those fees are for road up keep.
and it's always best to ask about them.
Always best to do your homework no matter what land you might purchase I figure. Thanks for watching.
I was wondering about this even though I didn't realise it:)))
Appreciate you coming by robordm.
Great info Don ! 😁👍
Thanks Paul and thanks for stopping by.
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Hope your having a great summer Morten!
@@affordabledesertliving3487 Thank you. I have a great summer!
Hi Don. I know where to go if I am ever fortunate enough to move to Arizona .
Would be a treat to have a kind Scottish man like you nearby.
Do you know anything about counties in AZ with minimal building codes/restrictions? I'm interested in doing something like this for retirement.
Check out my video describing Cochise county owner builder opt out. That is how I am able to afford to retire here.
Apache county is very relaxed about property use.
wow lots of land for sale on that site. What about water and electricity? Do you have to boondock it?
You do solar for power.
You catch rain water.
Or have water delivered.
Or use the 5 gallon water containers. They can be refilled at Walmarts or a grocery store.
Yep all of these can be done affordably. Especially if you are into the adventure of doing it all yourself.
On a different subject.. hehe... ua-cam.com/users/shortsrqYeFz4_R1g?si=1P052pyf127Opxcs (in regards to the area where Don lives)
Hi Don do you have a well?
No well here at all rareroots. I am primarily rainwater harvesting and will increase my harvest with more roofspace hopefully soon. A well is financially not viable for some, me included.
@@affordabledesertliving3487 Dig your own well, add a hand pump and you're set. There is a couple who buy off-grid abandoned land in Alaska and another state, and they dig their own wells.
Hi don 👋🏼 I missed ya
Hi Resthavenranch thats so heartwarming. Thank you!
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Name your price brother. PLEASE don't send anyone to Cochise County...or at least vet them for any wrong thinking. Thanks.
Thanks so much for watching. Cheers.
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Great! Now would-be homeowners have been relegated to the deserts.
Yes indeed! This senior is super thankful and just plain delighted! Thanks for coming by!
Don, You're a class act in all you do and informing others who want to create their own homestead. Keep up the great video's and stay safe. Veteran Charlie.
You are such a faithful viewer Charlie and I can always count on such encouragement. Many thanks.
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Desert land in Arizona....no thanks.
Thanks for watching.
High desert land is livable as it seldom gets too hot or too cold.
High desert land is livable as it seldom gets too hot or too cold.
a desert property without a spring is SUICIDE.
Respectfully that would be no. Many friends and offgrid neighbors rely on rainwater harvesting. Misunderstood often and very unutilized way of obtaining the water one needs.
@@affordabledesertliving3487 deleting my comments?
If there's underground water, then all you need do is dig your own well. Don't need some big contractor to do it for you. There's a couple here on yt who purchase off-grid lands, and always dig their own wells, then use an old fashioned hand pump to get the water.
@@AShroudOfTruth some desert areas you would have to go way down, that would not be hand dug.
@@AShroudOfTruth agreed
No thanks I got mine 5 years ago.
Great to hear Lee. Hope you are finding it real fulfillilng.
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