I live in a van – people pity me but I’ve transformed it with kitchen, bathroom & huge double bed… and I don’t pay rent
A TikToker has shown viewers on his channel the upsides of living in a van instead of a house.
Richard Monkton took his TikTok subscribers on a tour of his home which happens to be in his van.
The TikToker who prides himself on 'living free' talked about how 'people pity him' for living in a van.
However, Richards says: "Trust me don't pity me it's a choice."
Richard proceeds to show off the inside of the van which has a shower and a 'full-size double bed'.
Richard's van has a lot of the features you would find in your house including a shoe rack for when you walk in.
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His van is also equipped with a fridge, hob, oven and sink allowing him to cook and eat whatever he likes in the comfort of his van.
Richards also shows his viewers his storage space, another fold-out bed and a shower.
He later says in the video: "No rent no bills.
"Freedom that's what life's all about."
Richard also posts motivational videos on TikTok and tries to help those struggling with mental health.
Richard's video has over 470,000 views and is one of many on his channel which have gone viral.
His TikTok channel has over 1.4 million likes and he has gained over 25,000 subscribers.
viewers have left more than 1,000 comments on Richard's TikTok.
Fans were quick to show their appreciation for Richard's work with one writing: "You're living my dream.
"I am so jealous.
"But I am still aiming for this."
Richard responded by saying: "Get it done then dreams need 2 happen."
One viewer wrote: "This is one of the nicest vans I've seen."
With another adding: "I envy you mate - you are free, no mortgage, no debts.
"Brilliant, can't fault you one bit - well done."
Richard is not the only one who has shared their experiences of living in a van.
A TikToker named Vin revealed her top reasons for living in her van earlier this year.
In her video, she says: "I live in a van and here are some reasons why.
"Because I don’t pay rent and I have solar power, I have more money to spend on things I enjoy doing and food that I enjoy eating."
Just like Richard - Vin enjoys the freedom you get when living in your van.
Families have also been recorded making the switch to van living.
Australian-based influencer Maddison Cate moved with her family from their house to live in the van.
She explains on her channel the reason for moving the family into the van was to have 'more adventure and freedom' in their lives.
See how another TikToker converted an old Land Rover into a fully functioning campervan.
Or, read about the mum who was hit with a parking fine after having a miscarriage at the hospital.
