How to Rent a Winter Home in Lake Havasu City, Arizona

If you are tired of shoveling snow each winter, and miss the sunshine, perhaps you should consider a winter retreat. There are several states "snow birds" flock to during the colder months, which include Florida and Arizona. If you want a winter home free of hurricanes, with plenty of sunshine and on the water, then go to Lake Havasu City Arizona.

Instructions

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   Contact a real estate office located in Lake Havasu City Arizona (link in resources), and ask for a list of their winter rentals. Unlike a full time rental, winter rentals are fully furnished.

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   Ask the agent if the price includes utilities or any other fees. Expect to have a credit report run and to leave a deposit to secure the property.

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   Understand that in Lake Havasu City you will pay less for a unfurnished full-time rental, more for a furnished winter rental, and even more for a furnished summer rental.

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   Appreciate the difference between a summer and winter rental in Lake Havasu City. Summer rentals are often rented by the week or weekend, while winter rentals are for one or more months, depending on the property owner's criteria.

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   Bring your own toilet paper. A winter rental is not the same thing as a motel. The winter rental will be a house, condo, townhouse or mobile home. They are typically owned by a private individual and handled through local real estate property management companies. They will not supply you with your shampoo and toilet paper.

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   Ask what amenities the rental home offers. Inquire about television service, telephone, internet, furnishings such as BBQ and swimming pool.

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   Consider buying a second home. If you like Lake Havasu City, then this is an excellent time to buy a second home. Prices have never been lower! Links included in resources.

Resources

• Havasu Rentals
• Havasu Real Estate
• Havasu Information