North America’s vacation property resource
North America’s vacation property resource
Articles and resources for buyers, sellers and owners of vacation condos.
Last updated: August 18, 2022. As you approach retirement, you may be considering buying a retirement home early. Whether its downsizing to more modest accommodations or moving to a sunny destination, there are many reasons for buying a retirement home. Many people, however, won’t give much consideration to retirement living until their twilight years. Naturally,…
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Before welcoming guests to your vacation home, whether family members, friends or paying customers, it’s important to establish vacation home rules. By doing so, you will ensure that your vacation home is treated with respect and that guests have a safe and enjoyable stay. Included in this article are template house rules for vacation homes…
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Whether you have managed to save up a significant down payment or you are just starting to save, you may be wondering what the typical down payment for a vacation home is. After all, it can take substantial time and fiscal discipline to save up enough to purchase a second home. In this article, we…
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Last updated on August 16, 2021 If you’re asking yourself: can I afford a vacation home and, if so, how much vacation home can I afford?, you should consider the following: Size of your down payment Your debt to income ratio Rental income Equity from primary residence Be sure to explore our Can I Afford…
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Last updated on September 30, 2021 For most homeowners who are interested in expanding their real estate portfolio, recreational property often comes to mind. However, this is not a term that everyone may fully understand. For instance, what is recreational property? What types of recreational property are there? What can recreational property be used for?…
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Last updated on August 16, 2021 As more and more people look to expand their real estate portfolio, the recreational housing market continues to see strong demand in the United States and Canada. For some, a second home may represent a welcome escape from the busy city life. For others, a second home may represent…
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