Second Homes
Latest Second Home Articles
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Buying a house with home equity: A smart idea?
It’s possible to do, but it may not be financially wise.
4 min read Mar 03, 2023 -
How to buy a second home with no down payment
Tips on buying a second home with no money down.
6 min read Mar 03, 2023 -
How to refinance when you have a second mortgage
It’s not as easy to refinance your mortgage when you have equity debt. Here are the options.
3 min read Feb 20, 2023 -
Should you buy a second home? 6 considerations before owning a second home
Is owning a second home a ton of work or a ton of fun?
6 min read Feb 17, 2023 -
Buying a vacation home: 7 steps for getting a vacation home loan
It can be fun, but can you afford it?
7 min read Feb 14, 2023 -
How to buy a second home
Eyeing a beach bungalow or a mountain lodge? Read these tips first.
5 min read Jan 10, 2023 -
Bank-owned properties: What are they and where can I find them?
Bank-owned properties can be a fit for a specific type of homebuyer or investor, but they can be difficult to find in today’s market.
3 min read Nov 21, 2022 -
What does ‘lockoff’ mean in real estate?
In real estate, a lockoff or lockout refers to a vacation timeshare that’s divided into two units.
1 min read Nov 11, 2022 -
What is fractional ownership?
It offers more advantages than a timeshare — but potentially more headaches too.
2 min read Oct 28, 2022 -
What is biennial ownership?
It means you can use a timeshare every other year. It’s cheaper but less convenient.
2 min read Oct 19, 2022