Ray and Ricki Barger, along with their two sons, have lived in the foothills of North Carolina for 25 years. The Bargers have loved living so close to the beautiful mountains, but always knew that someday their goal was to have a second home by the ocean. For Ricki and Ray there is no other experience that can compare to sitting on the balcony with a cup of coffee and watching the sun rise or … [Read more...]
Condo Living: Small Bedroom Guide
Your vacation home is more than a financial investment…it’s an invaluable step in making lifelong family memories that will be cherished for years to come. For many families, purchasing a beach condo is the right choice for a second home. Condos are low maintenance, and often come with a host of amenities that are convenient and perfect for multi-generational gatherings. When you have … [Read more...]
Vacation Home purchases up 29.7%
Vacation Home Sales Vacation home sales surged last year. According to the 2014 Investment and Vacation Home Buyers Survey by the NAR, vacation home sales rose 29.7% from the previous year. For many baby boomers, owning that vacation home is making more and more sense as their home values have increased and their stock portfolios have almost recovered fully from the Great Recession of the … [Read more...]