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2008: Does Owning a Vacation Home Make Sense? by Darrow Kirkpatrick

Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Independence and Money Advice

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Vacation Rentals - The Odds Are Against You

The odds are stacked against you financially, but ultimately, you've got to run your own numbers on renting versus owning and consult your heart. Many of the arguments for home ownership, vacation or otherwise, are more emotional than financial. Trying to prepare for retirement by buying still more property years in advance could be an exercise in futility. Just be advised that liquidity and investment capital are more important than home ownership to a successful retirement.

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