Everybody wants that condo by the shore. I can’t begin to tell you how many people have said to me “I’d like to have a home on the coast.” Well gee, ain’t that a big surprise. In reality most of us crave a house by the ocean waves and warm sand. The mere thought [...]
There’s just something about the coast that drives people nuts. They flock to it on a yearly basis in search of warm sand, soothing waves and bright rays of healing sunlight. I suppose I can understand the appeal. For some of these vacationers it’s just another trip, but for others it becomes a permanent [...]
If you are lucky enough to have the income that allows you to have a second home, you have a lot of things to think about. Though you might want to save money by going through a time share. Many like to own something outright, even if they aren’t living there for much [...]
We live in the beautiful state of Minnesota. There are many lakes and wooded areas. My husband and I had always talked about some day owning lake property. We work in the area of the state that does not have a huge concentration of lakes. There are four regions of the state where the [...]
When I think of the country, I think of an idyllic image of roses round the door, oak beams, a little kitchen garden full of scented herbs and a Labrador laying next to the Aga. I’m not sure if something really exists like this or perhaps I’ve been reading too much Thomas Hardy. The [...]