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HOW TO MAKE YOUR VACATION HOME PAY FOR ITSELF

property managers or rental agents. Here are some tips that may help you make your vacation home as appealing as possible for renters, and help you stay cool and collected during the process. Curb Appeal – this works the same here as it does back home – and it is not just for selling homes. First impressions really do count, so your main picture needs to stand out from the rest. Make it Fabulous! Inviting- Vacationers (and this probably goes for you, too) are there to relax. If you have a large home, make your main space as welcoming as possible for larger groups. Make Your Home

However, owning a second home that may remain vacant for most of the year can be a financial burden if you are still working, or have long-term commitments back home. If you want to be able to make the most of your investment (and still fully enjoy your time here), it may be worth looking into renting your home out during the year. The rent you receive from your home should be able to cover the regular maintenance needed, any rental wear and tear, utility bills etc., plus commissions and fees to

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