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Annual Expense & Income Reviews

I've been tracking my annual income (and its sources), along with my expenses (like, every single penny I spend - for business and pleasure) for years. And every year I publish them, right here.
Draw whatever conclusions you wish....I don't make enough money....I spend too much money.....there are many different travel and career styles. Regardless, the reality is that I prove it's possible to travel full-time in a financially sustainable way! Check it out for yourself.

My Location Independent Life: 2019 Expense Report

Last Updated: August 23, 2020

2019 Expense Report - The Location Independent Life of The Professional Hobo

The location independent life can involve full-time travel, no travel, or any combination thereof. In 2019 I maintained a home base while traveling half the year. Thus, this is not a travel budget, but rather, a LIFE budget.

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My 2019 Location Independent Income Breakdown

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

2019 Income Report

Here is a breakdown of my 2019 Location Independent Income, along with an analysis of how this year compares to others, and what’s in store for 2020.

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Redefining My Travels in 2019 (Where I Went)

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

2019 recap The Professional Hobo

Here’s a summary of where I went in 2019; how my travels have changed and been redefined over the years….and how they may continue to change in future.

Filed Under: Annual Expense & Income Reviews, Life as a full-time traveler

My 2018 Location Independent Income Report

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

My 2018 Location Independent Income Report

In this article, I outline my location independent income for 2018 along with income sources, income trends over the years, and future business plans.

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My Full-Time Travel Expenses: 2018 Report

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

My Full-Time Travel Expenses, 2018 Report

Here is my 2018 travel expenses report, with summaries and a monthly breakdown of expenses that not only include the cost of full-time travel, but LIFE.

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The Professional Hobo Reveals All: 2017 Income Report

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

2017 Income report for The Professional Hobo

Welcome to my 2017 income report! Every year I publish my annual income and expenses demonstrating that my lifestyle of full-time travel is financially sustainable. Here is my 2017 income report, reflecting a year of big struggles, and preceding a year of big change.

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10 Countries for 20k: What I Spent in 2017

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

What I spent in 2017 - annual expense report

Every year I publish annual expense reports of my cost of full-time travel (including absolutely every penny spent). What I spent in 2017 was a hair under my “sweet spot”, and a lot less than most people would think full-time travel would cost. Check it out!

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Earning a Location Independent Living: My 2016 Income

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

earning a location independent living

I’ve been earning a location independent living for 10 years, and publishing the results for the last 6. Here’s what I made in 2016, and what my overall business plans are for 2017.

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My 2016 Full-Time Travel Expenses

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

full-time travel expenses

For the 7th year in a row, I’m publishing my full-time travel expenses! Here’s an uncensored breakdown of every penny I spent in 2016, traveling full-time.

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Earning Income While Traveling: My 2015 Income

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

Earning income while traveling can take many forms, and can accommodate many lifestyles. This post is an example of how it can be done, with real numbers and full disclosure!

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Financially Sustainable Travel: My Cost of Full Time Travel in 2015

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

expense summary chart

Following is an uncensored breakdown of my cost of full time travel in 2015, which included life in Peru and travel to 6 countries.

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Financially Sustainable Travel: My 2014 Income

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

2014 income

Every year, I publish my annual cost of full-time travel as well as my income. Here’s my 2014 income, where it came from, and what’s on tap for 2015.

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Financially Sustainable Travel: My Cost of Full-Time Travel in 2014

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

What does it cost to travel full-time? That answer varies, as it has for me over the years. Here’s my cost of full-time travel in 2014.

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Financially Sustainable Travel: My 2013 Income

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

financially sustainable travel

Financially sustainable travel is a delicate balancing act between managing income and expenses on the road. Here is an explanation of my 2013 income.

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Financially Sustainable Travel: My Cost of Full-Time Travel in 2013

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

Here’s my full uncensored cost of full-time travel in 2013 – an expensive and rough year for me; testament to life happening we’re while busy making plans.

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Financially Sustainable Travel: My Cost of Full-Time Travel in 2012

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

cost of full-time travel

Behold a detailed breakdown of my cost of full-time travel in 2012. It’s considerably higher than previous years. Here’s why:

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Financially Sustainable Travel: My 2012 Income

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

my 2012 income

Despite my best efforts(!), my 2012 income was almost double my 2011 income. Here’s what I earned, how I did it, and why it’s all a bit fickle.

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Financially Sustainable Travel Part 2: Income and Expense Choices

Last Updated: December 19, 2020

income and expenses

After outlining my exact 2011 income, I explain why I choose not to make more money, and how I still manage to live the “high life” on a part-time income!

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Financially Sustainable Travel Part 1: My 2011 Income

Last Updated: January 7, 2021

financially sustainable travel

I travel full-time in a financially sustainable way. I’ve showed you how to live on $17k/year or less on the road; now here’s a look at how I earn that money.

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My Cost of Full-Time Travel in 2011

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

Nora Dunn, The Professional Hobo, overlooking the ocean in New Zealand

Want to know how much it costs to travel full-time? Read this post to find out exactly how much money I spent in 2011, traversing 13 countries and 73,000kms.

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My Cost of Full-Time Travel in 2010 (less than you may think)

Last Updated: December 20, 2020

working away in France

Here’s my cost of full-time travel in 2010 visiting 9 countries…you might be surprised by it… In 2010, I set foot in nine different countries and had dozens of varied experiences. (Click here for a video and summary of my 2010 travel adventures). Since I claim to travel in a financially sustainable manner, it’s only […]

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