Things You'll Need:
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Step 1
Decide whether this is a place where you'd like to spend every vacation. Base your decision on your lifestyle and recreational interests.
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Step 2
Select the type of vacation home that best suits your needs.
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Step 3
Visit desired locations and tour properties for sale.
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Step 4
Determine whether the vacation property you are considering buying is priced fairly. Check real estate ads and ask local real estate brokers for prices of comparable vacation properties in the area.
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Step 5
Hire professional inspectors to uncover any potential problems.
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Step 6
Consider how you will maintain the vacation property throughout the year. Get references of rental management firms that can take care of maintenance, upkeep and rentals when you are not there.
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Step 7
Ask an attorney or broker to review sales contracts and agreements.
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Step 8
Make an offer based on comparable prices in the area.











Comments
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Though it may seem expensive or inconvenient to make the trip to see a prospective home for yourself before you buy, that's the only way to do it. Even the most trusted agent, friend or relative won't see your new home exactly as you do.