27-Year-Old Quits Corporate Job, Earns Rs 1 Lakh Monthly Running Udaipur Homestays

• A 27-year-old man left his corporate job in a metro city to run homestays in his hometown, Udaipur, seeking a slower, more flexible life.
• He spent seven years working and saving, gradually transitioning by starting the homestay business alongside his job before fully committing.
• His income from homestays averages around Rs 1 lakh per month, though it varies from Rs 40-50k to Rs 3-4 lakh in peak seasons.
• The initial setup cost for his homestay business was Rs 2-4 lakh, with monthly running costs between Rs 20-40k.
• The lifestyle change brought lower expenses (Rs 20-30k/month), no daily rush, and more control over his time, but also income instability.

Key Questions Answered

Could this lifestyle change work for others?

Yes, simple lifestyle changes can work for others.

What are the risks of leaving a corporate job?

Leaving a corporate job carries risks such as skill stagnation and limited long-term career growth.

How can one start a homestay business?

To start a homestay business, one can transition from a corporate job to a quieter life in a location like Udaipur, potentially starting with a single room.