The Ready Life

Is off grid solar power an expensive trending fad? Or is it a solid solution to a serious problem we face? In this episode: How power utilities are starting to be weaponized to enforce government policies Privacy implications of being on the grid How we have made ourselves so dependent on electricity Does going off grid have to cost a fortune? #1 way to make off grid solar more affordable Reasons why going off grid might not be right for you And much more Show notes, important links, and transcript here: ⁠https://www.thereadylife.com/2023/06/s1-e3-why-not-go-off-the-grid-solar-power-pros-and-cons/ After living off the grid for almost 25 years, and teaching folks how to set up solar power for 15+ years, I've discovered some compelling reasons why average folks like you and me should seriously consider making our homes energy independent with off-grid solar power. In this episode, Lisa and I (Nick) will walk you through the rationale and make the case for ditching the grid and taking control of your power. And since an off-grid solar power system is not for everyone, we'll also look at some of the reasons that solar power may not be a good fit for you. Come with an open mind so you can weigh the facts and make an informed decision that is right for you and yours. You might be surprised! 00:00 - Intro 01:13 - The last straw for us 04:26 - What "Off Grid" means to us 05:06 - The "Pros" of going off the grid with solar power 13:52 - The "Cons" of an off grid solar system 18:16 - Bonus Reason You Might Not Need Off Grid Power 21:15 - Question Of The Week: Is Solar Too Expensive?

Some of the most common questions we receive are regarding location - how far out is far enough, or too far? How to figure out what area to pick for your homestead? These questions and more are covered in this episode. We'll share our thoughts on finding the right balance between remote and secluded, and our process for finding what works for your family since everyone is different. Show notes, links, and resources here: https://www.thereadylife.com/2023/05/s1-e2-remote-vs-secluded-how-far-out-is-far-enough/ 00:00 - Intro 00:43 - Remote vs Secluded 06:45 - Steps to find the right area 10:09 - Resources 12:38 - Make a list that includes: Essentials Important Nice to Have 24:24 - In-person visit 25:10 - Renting a Useful Strategy 30:47 - Question of the week: "How many acres do you have and how far are you from town?" Please send your questions to questions@thereadylife.com

Here's how it all started...many years ago. In this episode, we share our country living story, along with many lessons we learned in the School of Hard Knocks. I grew up down South in a gated community with almost 2,000 homes in it. Now we live in the North on a remote mountain wilderness homestead in Idaho. How'd that happen? Find out on this episode. Plus, you'll gain valuable tips we learned at great expense. Be sure and catch all of our real-world training content, and each podcast episode, by subscribing to The Ready Life: https://www.thereadylife.com

In this introductory episode, we'll briefly give you an idea of what to expect from The Ready Life podcast. How to choose a location and property, live with off-grid solar power, grow and raise your own food, set up a water system that isn't dependent on utilities, heat your home with a renewable source, and much more! Don't miss an episode by subscribing to our email newsletter: https://www.thereadylife.com

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