I recently read an article in the NY Times about the huge increase in vacation home rentals in the United States and abroad. The take home message was that its not a “get rich quick scheme.” I can attest to that. However, besides making money to offset the expenses of a second home, I think […]
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I’ve started to approach opening email with the trepidation of a child touching a hot stove. I received two emails this morning which made my “scam” alert go off. Both emails were inquiring about my vacation rental home – with bogus phone numbers and dates that were either already booked or ten years from now. […]
Tags:HomeAway.com·internet scams·phishing·renting a vacation home
Home prices are falling, foreclosures loom and Wall Street is rebounding. This may be the perfect time to buy a vacation home or condo. We purchased our Hamptons home seven years ago. We love it but it has been a bumpy ride. Here are 10 things to consider before you purchase your dream home. Budget […]
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