Second Homes
Latest Second Home Articles
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What are reserves for a mortgage?
They’re a financial cushion to meet your monthly payments. But what makes them mandatory?
5 min read May 02, 2025 -
How to buy a second home
Eyeing a beach bungalow or a mountain lodge? Read these tips first.
6 min read Apr 22, 2025 -
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.
5 min read Apr 18, 2025 -
Second home vs. investment property: Different mortgage requirements and rules
Earning some money from your property doesn’t automatically make it an investment.
5 min read Mar 31, 2025 -
How to refinance a second home or investment property
The rules are different for refinancing a second home or investment property.
5 min read Mar 17, 2025 -
How to get a mortgage for a vacation home
It can be fun, but can you afford it?
5 min read Mar 12, 2025 -
How many VA loans can you have?
The VA mortgage program isn’t a one-time thing. Here’s how to get another helping.
6 min read Feb 13, 2025 -
Should you buy a second home?
Is owning a second home a ton of work or a ton of fun?
7 min read Jan 30, 2025 -
Can you use home equity to buy a second home?
Yes, you can. But the more relevant question is: Should you hock one house to buy another?
11 min read Aug 15, 2024 -
Are condos a good investment?
They can be! But before you begin your search, be sure to have clear goals and crunch the numbers.
5 min read Feb 27, 2024