Taking the Stress Out of a Second Home
Buying and maintaining a vacation home is no picnic -- in fact, it poses unique challenges. But these tips can make the task a lot easier
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Since real estate has become a consuming national passion, owning a vacation home might be some folks' idea of the new American dream. And plenty of brochures and glossy ads are around to tempt you into buying that long-desired cabin, cottage, or condo.
But potential buyers should be careful. Second homes in resort and rustic areas aren't like first homes. They often lack conveniences and access to the services that might help one address those inconveniences. Depending on their location, they may be subject to unfriendly occurrences like hurricanes and forest fires.