A beach home is a wonderful oasis during the summer months, but it requires as much maintenance before the winter as your long-term home does. You should start thinking about winterizing your beach home approximately one month before you leave it. This way, if any surprises come up when you are maintaining it, you will Read More

A lot more of us have vacation homes these days. In fact, it may actually be more common than you think. Certain counties in the United States are designated as vacation home counties if at least 20% of the county’s available housing was used for seasonal, recreational, or occasional use. And in 2017, a total Read More

November 2019, there were dozens of Floridians that were about to have their utilities cut off because their payments were overdue. Thankfully, one businessman in the area, Mike Esmond, understood how it felt to be without heating and air. So, Mr. Esmond issued a check for $4,300 to cover overdue utility bills for 36 residents Read More

Living near the water is almost universally desirable. You probably wouldn’t be surprised to learn that 36% of vacation home buyers purchased residential property a beach area. Whether you’re choosing a vacation destination or fantasizing about your dream home, chances are you imagine living near the water in a tropical paradise. Although most people would Read More

If you’re one of the 36% of vacation buyers who have purchased a beach property, it’s time to ready your investment for the winter season. There are a few things you’ll need to do to help protect your home from damage from freezing temperatures, ice, and snow. Taking the proper preventative measures can help you Read More

If you are selling a second home, you likely have two goals, you want to get the most money you can, and you want the transaction to happen fast. There are steps that you can take when selling a second home that may help to speed up the process. Making some simple changes to your Read More

You went to the ocean and fell in love. No, not with each other, but with the idea of purchasing a property by the water. In fact, your vacation beach house plans include one day possibly retiring to your cozy place by the sea. To be honest, this type of instant love of a beachfront Read More

It pays to set aside time to get ready before you leave your house for a vacation in winter. Leaking roofs, pest infestation, and security breaches can cause huge losses. However, many of those incidences are preventable by adopting a systematic approach. Here are some tips on preparing your home for winter vacation. Preparing Your Read More