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Vacation Home Buyer
The second home market is booming! In fact, recent studies by THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® report that
23% of all homes purchased in 2004 were for investment, while another 13% were vacation homes.
There are about 72.1 million owner-occupied homes in the U.S.
Many lenders require buyers to put down at least 20% on a second home, and some require 25% or more.
Renting out a vacation home is a good way to cover some of the cost, but lenders often factor in a 25%
vacancy rate when determining your qualification for the loan.
The lesson is clear: Don't be overly optimistic on rental income--and you're nuts if you think the
vacation home will pay for itself immediately and in perpetuity. A vacation home can be just about
self-sustaining, but it takes careful planning and hard work. You shouldn't buy a second home on the
assumption that it will pay for itself.
If you plan to rent your vacation home, it's a smart idea to post the rent 10% to 20% higher than
your monthly mortgage payment in order to cover costs. Chances are you'll have to hire someone
to maintain the property in your absence, and unexpected repairs are a given.
Also remember that the most lucrative times to rent are the same times when you and your family will want to enjoy
the getaway--summer and Christmas.
You'll also have to decide what type of property you want: a house or a condo. Condominiums are great because
routine maintenance is included in the association fees, so you won't have to hire anyone to cut
the grass or make routine repairs.
Here are several steps you should keep in mind when considering a vacation home purchase.
Start with a plan. You should start with a business plan just as you would if you were starting
any new business. To be confident of a sound investment takes a lot of research.
Make sure you are purchasing with your wallet not your heart. It's easy to get caught up and sign on
the dotted line when you see that gorgeous beach home or perfect ski resort.
Learn about the area. Is it a new area? Or is it an older, more developed area? This makes a lot of difference,
because if you are looking to purchase in an area that's well developed, there's less to worry about.
But in an emerging market you should exercise caution to be sure that there are not so many new developments
that the inventory exceeds demand.
Leave your options open. You may want to buy a vacation home with no intention of ever renting it out.
But while today it may be financially feasible to not rent your home, you're never sure what the future
will bring. It's wise to purchase in an area that allows you to easily rent your property.
Use your real estate agent. Pick your agent's brain. Ask tons of questions. Scour through his or her
Web site and absorb as much information as possible. After all, your agent is getting paid to be
knowledgeable in this area. Use his or her expertise to your advantage.
Look for large, reputable developers. Developers do more research than any single buyer could ever dream
of doing. They invest thousands of dollars into researching the market, tourism, growth and inventory.
So if you follow large developers, your chances of failing are significantly less.
I live out of state and am relocating to GOLD CO - A great question!! The criteria you should use are the things that are most important to you and your family's unique situation. Do you want a lot of ..
Property Inspection - Regardless of what the inspector may uncover, you shouldn't be
overly concerned about the actual home inspection
Pick An Offer - Picking among several offers isn't always as easy as choosing the highest price, especially in hot markets.
Open House Expectations - Was vacating your home for four or five prime-time hours worth the
inconvenience?
Open House Expectations - Was vacating your home for four or five prime-time hours worth the
inconvenience?
Your Open House - Public open houses may be more beneficial for the
agents themselves than for the home sellers.
Marketing Info - Your broker's marketing efforts and considerations will
include advertising, showing the property, how long the house has been on the
market and whether you're buying another home.
Selling My Property - The age-old observation that "you never get a
second chance to make a first impression" certainly applies when it comes to
attracting buyers to a for-sale home.
Getting Gold Coast Real Estate Ready - A
house that "sparkles" on the surface will sell faster than its shabby neighbor,
even though both are structurally well-maintained.
Many lenders require buyers to put down at least 20% on a second home, and some require 25% or more.
Renting out a vacation home is a good way to cover some of the cost, but lenders often factor in a 25%
vacancy rate when determining your qualification for the loan.
The lesson is clear: Don't be overly optimistic on rental income--and you're nuts if you think the
vacation home will pay for itself immediately and in perpetuity. A vacation home can be just about
self-sustaining, but it takes careful planning and hard work. You shouldn't buy a second home on the
assumption that it will pay for itself.
If you plan to rent your vacation home, it's a smart idea to post the rent 10% to 20% higher than
your monthly mortgage payment in order to cover costs. Chances are you'll have to hire someone
to maintain the property in your absence, and unexpected repairs are a given.
Also remember that the most lucrative times to rent are the same times when you and your family will want to enjoy
the getaway--summer and Christmas.
You'll also have to decide what type of property you want: a house or a condo. Condominiums are great because
routine maintenance is included in the association fees, so you won't have to hire anyone to cut
the grass or make routine repairs.
