{"id":56,"date":"2022-09-01T10:14:05","date_gmt":"2022-09-01T00:14:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vanlifefreedom.com\/?p=56"},"modified":"2024-03-09T08:17:41","modified_gmt":"2024-03-08T22:17:41","slug":"the-other-side","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vanlifefreedom.com\/the-other-side\/","title":{"rendered":"The Other Side: Ian and Ana Van Life, Net Worth and Income (2024)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Everything You’re Curious To Know<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Joshua Smith | Updated March 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Author and Van Life Enthusiast<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

This is the ultimate guide on Ian and Ana’s travel channel for 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the last 2 years, I have watched almost 20 hours of YouTube videos created by travel creators Ian and Ana. They have truly inspired me!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re curious about: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 How The Other Side afforded their van<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 How they make their money today (including YouTube income stats)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Where they have traveled to<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 What issues and controversies they have handled<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 How you can live van life within the next 90 days<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then you’ve definitely come to the right website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before we begin, a quick intro from the Van Life Freedom author…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Van Life Freedom Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hello there fellow van life enthusiast. I’m Joshua.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’ve discovered the ultimate business model for remote workers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With this business model, I’m able to: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Own my own van completely debt-free<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Survive for several days without wifi<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Create semi-passive income online<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Run my business from any parking lot<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But hey, let’s talk about that later. Back to this gorgeous couple…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Other Side FAQs (March 2024)<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Van Name<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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I don’t believe they have a name for their van.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Creators<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Ian (age 27)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adriana (age 26) who just goes by the name Ana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They have been together for 5+ years since their college days.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The Van<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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They have a very simple Ford Transit van with licence plate K831914. It has a tiny kitchen, no bathroom and most of the bed simply contains their bed.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Upgrades<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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They installed a water tank, curtains and not much else, choosing to keep things as basic as possible.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Affording It<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Both Ian and Adriana used the savings they have to purchase their van for cash. Their van only cost them $6,500 and the total build out was an additional $1,300 on top of that.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Making Money<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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They make a decent income on YouTube through: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Affiliate links (AirBNB for example)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Running ads on their YouTube channel and blog<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Brand sponsorships<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Selling presets and filters<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Donations via their website<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their net worth is estimated at $350,000 US dollars.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Collabs<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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They haven’t done any famous collabs.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Location<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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They are currently in Europe but are returning back to their van soon.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Past Travels<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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They have traveled extensively throughout SE Asia and Europe, and are now embarking on the Middle East.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Big Moments<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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They focus on optimism and keeping things real, so they’ve avoided any dangers, troubles or odd-balls while out on the road.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Future Plans<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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They get married soon and have children. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Key Lessons<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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What can we learn from this optimistic couple? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Life is too short to work crazy hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Travel vlogging is still quite untapped<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Work on your dreams, not someone elses<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 Be willing to take calculated risks today<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And of course, don’t worry about the naysayers.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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I’ve really enjoyed their travel vlogs (especially in Europe) and can’t wait to see them return to the United States and start #vanlife once again.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Working Remotely With Van Life<\/h2>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Hey! \ud83d\ude03 It’s Joshua again from Van Life Freedom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clearly I’ve been hugely inspired by Ian and Ana’s story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s clear that they’re living the dream because they have online income.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Earlier I mentioned my excitement towards a specific business model<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s an exciting opportunity that allows you to: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd25 Work from your van from anywhere in the world<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd25 Share your passion and enthusiasm with others<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd25 Start your own business or simply work remotely<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd25 Create a schedule that represents more freedom<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Curious to discover more? Attend the free training right now! \ud83e\udd29<\/p>\n\n\n

\n\nI want to learn more<\/a>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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