Buying a vacation home is a huge decision. After all, both your money and your invaluable leisure time are at stake. Before you put an offer in on a property, you need to evaluate whether or not purchasing a second home is the right move for you. Fortunately, we can help with that. Below is
YOTELPAD Miami, pictured above, is just one of the many multi-family developments leveraging the short-term rental trend. Airbnb and short-term rental models have flipped the hospitality industry on its head. Since the launch of the Airbnb platform back in 2008, more than 5 million “hosts” have hopped on the bandwagon, helping the company rake in
It’s sad but true: not every home renovation offers a great return on investment. In fact, most upgrades that you make around the house wind up costing hundreds or even thousands more than they’re worth. If you love the result, then those overpriced changes can be worth it. But if you have any intention of
Winter is coming whether you like it not. Before the temperatures drop any further, follow these steps to keep the cold out of your house, and the heat in, while saving money on your energy bill. If you’re an apartment dweller, you might be able to tackle some of the simpler projects without risking your
Getty One of the most exciting parts about being a buyer is getting to go to all sorts of open houses. However, when you’re actually thinking about making a purchase, these outings take on a much different flavor than when you’re just visiting one for something to do on a Sunday afternoon. All of a
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