Plain answers

Questions first-timers are afraid to ask

No sales talk. If we don't know something, we say so and tell you who to ask.

Is this a timeshare?

No. On a deeded lot you own the land itself, all year, the way you own a house. You can sell it or leave it to your kids. Some resorts sell memberships or long leases instead of deeds. Those can be fine, but they are a different thing, so ask which one you're buying.

What does a lot cost?

It depends on the resort, the lot and what is built on it, and most resorts don't publish prices. That's why this site compares monthly dues, which we can check, and sends you to the resort for current lot prices.

What do the monthly dues pay for?

Usually the gate, the grounds, the clubhouse and the pools. Often water, sewer and trash too. Power is usually billed separately. Ask the resort for its budget and how much it keeps in reserve for big repairs.

Will they let my coach in?

Each resort sets its own rules. Many want a minimum length, some take only Class A coaches, and some set an age limit. Where the resort has told us its rules, you'll see them on each resort's card.

Can I rent my lot out when I'm gone?

At many resorts, yes, and it can help cover your dues. Some resorts don't allow it or run all the bookings themselves. Get the rental rules in writing before you buy.

How do I know if a resort is right for me?

Stay there first. Rent a site for a week in the season you'd actually use it. Drive your coach in and out of the lot you like, and go to a happy hour. Photos can't tell you if the neighbors feel like your people. See resorts you can try by the night.

Will the route planner keep my coach away from low bridges?

Not yet. The planner picks the resorts and the order, and its miles are rough guesses. Plan the actual drive with an RV GPS set to your coach's height, length and weight.

Next step

Go see a few in person.

Plan a route through resorts that sell lots, and stay a night or two at each.