Investing

Mountain Home Insurance Guide for Winter Park & Fraser Buyers

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Buying a home in the mountains is exciting — fresh air, slower mornings, big views, and a lifestyle that just feels different. Mountain insurance?Also different — and often misunderstood. Whether you’re buying a condo, townhome, or single-family property, here are a few key insurance realities mountain buyers should understand before closing day, plus tips to […]

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Re-Financing a Fixer Upper: Should I Appraise Now or Finish my Project!?

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I’ve done my fair share of fix and flips, rennovations and BRRRRs….so when I got a question about how done the rennovation has to be before the appraiser is called in, I thought it deserved a post! My client reached out to ask about their own situation : “I want to refinance my house, but

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Buying a Second Home: What to Ask Your Lender

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Thinking about buying a second home? Whether it’s a vacation retreat or future investment, understanding the financial requirements is crucial. In this post, I’ll cover everything you need to ask your lender—including loan qualifications, down payment and reserve requirements, interest rates, payoff limitations, tax considerations, and how rental plans might affect financing. I’ll also walk

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Must Have’s in Your Short-Term Rental

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Long-term rentals are not the same as a short or mid-term rental. Don’t let anyone tell you different! I’ve been managing short-term rentals since 2012, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: guests want comfort, convenience, and, increasingly, a touch of luxury. Whether it’s a short weekend getaway or a mid-term stay, people

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Self-Managing Your Rental Property: Embrace the Landlord Life & Keep Your Cashflow

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So, you’ve decided to dive headfirst into the tumultuous sea of property management? Congratulations! You may have heard horror stories of the landlord life – filled with leaking faucets, late-night tenant calls, and the ‘but I thought I told you I had a pet pig?!’. But fear not, intrepid landlord-to-be, for with a dash of

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Depreciation to Dividends: Stop Buying Stupid Sh*t

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In a world where instant gratification often trumps long-term financial wisdom, it’s time to challenge the norm. And beleive me, you will be an outlier in certain situations and within certain circles. You just have to be ok with not upgrading your life to keep up with those damn Jones’. So, let’s talk about spending

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