Tips & Advice

Tips & Advice

We empower you to make smart second home decisions. Our blog offers fresh insights into buying, selling and owning a perfect retreat.

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White and Black modern house with large grass field

ByKasey Tross

Buying a vacation home has lots of upsides and some downs

Living Room in Aspen

ByJen Lyons

Buying a second home in another state

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ByAshley Rappa

Stress-free scheduling: easy, equitable, flexible

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ByAshley Rappa

Top five Pacaso scheduling myths debunked

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ByAmie Fisher

An office with a view: Working from your (second) home

modern exterior home in LA

ByAmie Fisher

Rent, co-own or buy a whole second home: What’s right for you?

Sea Scape property overlooking ocean with outdoor fire

ByAmie Fisher

5 reasons Pacaso is better than a timeshare

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ByAshley Rappa

Timeshares: How they work and what they cost

Malibu views

ByPacaso Crew

How to buy a beach house

wood balcony

ByLaura Vecsey

How to choose the perfect location for your second home

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ByKasey Tross

Financing a second home may be easier than you think

views of Mailbu beach

ByAshley Rappa

What Pacaso looks for when selecting second homes

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ByKasey Tross

Top tax benefits to owning a second home

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ByAmie Fisher

How Pacaso resale works

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ByPacaso Crew

How to afford a million-dollar home

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ByKasey Tross

Should you buy a second home as an investment?

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ByKasey Tross

Second home mortgage: How it differs from an FHA loan

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ByKasey Tross

Key mortgage differences for second homes vs. investment properties

outdoor fireplace with trees

ByPacaso Crew

How home co-ownership compares with other ways to own a second home

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ByJen Lyons

Top luxury home builders

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ByAshley Rappa

A complete guide to timeshares, fractional ownership and vacation clubs

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ByJen Lyons

How to decorate your new home like a professional

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ByKasey Tross

Shared ownership, explained: A path to second home ownership

Modern single family house

ByKasey Tross

Pros and cons of fractional ownership

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ByPacaso Crew

What makes a house a mansion?

Beach house and infinity pool overlooking ocean

ByLaura Vecsey

Vacation home dreams? 6 realities to consider for second homeowners

malibu beach view from deck

ByKasey Tross

8 tips for selling luxury million-dollar homes

Backyard with pool and house

ByPacaso Crew

Tips on buying a vacation home

Large Modern Living Room

ByJen Lyons

How much does it cost to build a luxury home?

Wood Cabin Exterior in Lake Tahoe

ByAmie Fisher

How fully managed ownership removes second home hassle

Modern patio next to swimming pool

ByAshley Rappa

How to get out of a timeshare, legally and with minimal cost

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ByKasey Tross

Are timeshares worth it? Review this list and decide

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ByKasey Tross

8 benefits of joint property ownership

Modern Farmhouse with backyard pool

ByKayla Moses

Can a second home be a primary residence?

palm springs pool and hot tub with mountain view

ByKasey Tross

Is it better to buy or rent a vacation home?

Palm Springs backyard with pool, grass, and outdoor seating

ByKasey Tross

9 steps for buying a second home

Palm Springs Pool with two buildings

ByJen Lyons

How to maintain a vacation home from afar

Wood and brick exterior tahoe home

ByAmie Fisher

The challenges of DIY second home co-ownership

Black modern house with wood garage door

ByKasey Tross

Can you afford a second home? The answer may surprise you!

Modern House

ByAmie Fisher

8 mistakes to avoid when buying a vacation home

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ByKasey Tross

7 types of ownership in real estate – which is best for you?

three building farm house

ByKasey Tross

Down payment options for a second home

modern home with grass and pool

ByAshley Rappa

4 reasons to sell part of your second home this season

Modern house & swimming pool

ByAshley Rappa

The benefits of owning real estate in a LLC

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ByAshley Rappa

Maximize your second home tax breaks and deductions

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