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Securing a summer home for yourself or a vacation property to rent out for additional income doesn’t have to be a challenge. The Adirondack mountain real estate experts at Herron Realty in Old Forge, NY, have helped many clients find the perfect vacation home for their needs. In their experience, there are three essential qualities to look for in a property that will leave you satisfied with your purchase. 

Qualities of an Ideal Vacation Property

Location

Many homeowners see this as the most important quality. Decide where you want to conduct your home search—it should be somewhere that you want to visit on a regular basis and a popular destination for others should you ever wish to rent out the home. Decide whether you’d prefer to have a lake house, Woodsey get away or a place near snowmobile trails or the ski mountain to enjoy during the winter. There are so many wonderful options out there, so find the one that suits you.

Turn-Key

vacation propertyUnless you’re the type of person who enjoys working on a house, you likely don’t want to invest time and money into a fixer-upper. The home should at least be in a decent condition. Then, you can opt to add luxurious amenities or high-end upgrades in the future. Though, the best way to ensure the quality of your new purchase is by having property inspections completed.

Size

You’ll need to decide the size of home you’d like to purchase. Consider how many members you have in your family, as well as anyone else who may be using the home. Do you plan to invite friends or relatives to vacation with you? If so, you’ll want more bedrooms in the home. More bathrooms are also desirable, particularly for rentals, as people don’t want to wait in line for showers or to get ready in the morning.

The most important thing you can do when searching for a vacation property is to hire an experienced realtor to help you in your search and negotiations. Herron Realty brings more than 35 years of experience and training to better serve you. Browse their waterfront properties online and call them at (315) 369-6910 to schedule an appointment.

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