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1 of 2 photos Placitas For Sale $125,000 0 Beds / 0 Baths
Phenomenal view lot nestled in gated community. Located at end of cul-de-sac for maximum privacy. Overlooks valley, mountains & mesa for a truly unique Land of Enchantment lifestyle...
1 of 8 photos Rio Rancho For Sale $137,000 3 Beds / 2 Baths
Spacious corner lot with home set back on the property gives plenty of room & privacy. Fully landscaped front and back, front yard needs no care as it is beautifully maintained by the HOA...
1 of 0 photos Rio Rancho For Sale $139,900 2 Beds / 1 Baths
You wont find a better buy availabe on the market than this beautiful home in a park-like setting on almost 1/3 acre lot with mountain views and landscaping that will take your breath away!..
1 of 8 photos Albuquerque For Sale $143,900 3 Beds / 2 Baths
Charming and Gracious this Petitte Retreat Offers: Wonderful open floorplan, large living room with cozy fireplace, sunny kitchen with pantry and dining area which opens to rear yard...
1 of 3 photos Placitas For Sale $149,500 0 Beds / 0 Baths
Beautiful views from this Placitas/Sundance Mesa vacant land. Build your dream home. Enjoy sunset, mesa And mountain views. Surrounded by beautiful custom homes...
1 of 6 photos Placitas For Sale $150,000 0 Beds / 0 Baths
Best priced lot in Anasazi Trails and best deal in all of Placitas! Amazing private view lot with mountain and mesa views overlooking the arroyo with EZ access to I-25...
1 of 0 photos Albuquerque For Sale $162,000 3 Beds / 2 Baths
Spacious, light bright two story with master bedroom downstairs for privacy. Large backyard with lovely landscaping. Enjoy this conveniently located terrific neighborhood in a gated community...
1 of 8 photos Rio Rancho For Sale $164,000 3 Beds / 2 Baths
Fantastic 3 BR home on cul de sac lot w/unobstructed views of mnts from living room/front bdrm! Features incl. living area w/vaulted ceilings/frml dining/ceiling fans thruout & ceramic tile/carpet...
1 of 8 photos Albuquerque For Sale $165,000 3 Beds / 2 Baths
Great Sivage single story home on corner cul-de-sac lot in West Pointe Sub at Ventana Ranch. Open, light & bright, versatile floorplan. The dining room could be used as second living area...
1 of 0 photos Albuquerque For Sale $169,900 3 Beds / 2 Baths
Really the best our market has to offer. Priced to sell. True pride of ownership + lots of extras that puts this WAY above the rest. Pitched tile roof, ...
1 of 0 photos Rio Rancho For Sale $169,900 3 Beds / 2 Baths
It doesnt get any better! Incredible curb appeal invites you into this fabulous 3 BR home in Western Hills w/many updates & recent paint. Great kitchen w/breakfast bar & newer appliances...
1 of 8 photos Albuquerque For Sale $175,000 4 Beds / 2 Baths
Wide open spaces! Traditional brick home on 1 acre of property, well situated on a corner lot. Gather at the breakfast bar in your country eat-in kitchen. New countertop in bathroom...
1 of 6 photos Albuquerque For Sale $175,000 3 Beds / 2 Baths
Charming and Gracious this lovely home features: Open spacious rooms, complete kitchen remodel with tons of counter space, gorgeous custom cabinetry and wonderful sunny eating area, large living room, ..
Buying a Retirement Home
Buying a vacation home that doubles as a future retirement home requires forethought and thorough investigation.
Buying a retirement home can be trickier than you think! Conventional wisdom tells us to first settle on a desired location and then look for the least expensive house in the best possible neighborhood. This is of course true, but buying a future retirement property demands additional consideration. Without a doubt, the purchase of a dual purposed home can be one of the most important and financially rewarding decisions a pre-retirement couple undertakes. Quite simply, the ultimate home buying decision comes down to establishing relatively conservative financial boundaries, drawing up a wish list and employing a real estate broker to find a home that will serve your needs now and in years to come.
Even prior to the financial planning phase, a vacation and future retirement home buyer should take a step back and make certain that there is 100% commitment. Ask yourself a few simple questions. First, is it possible that your financial position could materially change for the better or worse in the upcoming years? Have you decided on a location that requires a dramatic environmental change? What about relatives, does it matter that their next trip may require a flight instead of a drive? If you've answered 'yes' to any of these, our advice is to find a long-term rental in the area and give it a test drive. If, on the other hand, there are no doubts, it is time to set your financial parameters.
Once the decision is made to move forward, you need to figure out how much of a home you want and what type of home you can afford. The latter is a bit easier to quantify as most financial institutions prefer mortgage payments that are less than 29% of gross monthly income. However, if you have a good financial track record, banks will afford you some latitude. Obviously, lending rates are a crucial factor in this equation, especially if you go the adjustable rate route. A word of caution: be careful of Adjustable Rate Mortgages that look particularly attractive in today's low interest rate environment as an uptick in rates could lead to a potentially unpleasant financial situation. Remember that buying now for a future retirement is a long term proposition and your new investment should appreciate with no financial carrying cost surprises.
An additional factor to consider is whether your prospective vacation property can provide rental income before it becomes your full-time retirement home. If so, you would be able to deduct a portion of your mortgage interest payments, taxes and property amortization against the rental income. In other words, it is a great way to build equity and create additional cash flows. It should come as no surprise that an increasing number of people have taken advantage of this strategy.
After defining your financial boundaries, it's time now to come up with your wish list. What do you want in a home? How many bedrooms and baths? Do you want to live in a private gated community or out in the country? Does it have potential as a rental property? In addition, off-site criterion should be established to ensure that all aspects of your vacation home experience are amenable to your current and future retirement lifestyle. For example, are there property management services and what about local conveniences such as transportation and healthcare facilities?
Now that you are armed with your financial parameters and wish list it's time to find a local broker and see what's available. Almost 70% of home buyers leverage the internet to research properties so if you haven't already, it's time to start surfing the web. Simultaneously, you should be refining your financing plan by contacting a number of financial institutions and mortgage broker aggregators. Don't be bashful, comparative shop with at least two or three companies to ensure that you understand the various financing options and are being offered the best deal. As we all know, the relationship with a broker is extremely important. A broker must truly understand your financial parameters, desired home criterion and lifestyle objectives. Brokers are normally paid for by the seller. Therefore, it's your job to establish the broker and buyer relationship that best works for you, not the seller. Remember, this is your vacation and future retirement home.
With a bit of good luck, buying a vacation and retirement home can yield some interesting financial benefits including long term capital appreciation and additional cash flows. Thorough planning can help mitigate future uncertainties and make the home buying process into a truly rewarding experience.
Article by Robert Flournoy-- a writer for Golf Home Connect.
Buying a vacation home that doubles as a future retirement home requires forethought and thorough investigation.
Buying a retirement home can be trickier than you think! Conventional wisdom tells us to first settle on a desired location and then look for the least expensive house in the best possible neighborhood. This is of course true, but buying a future retirement property demands additional consideration. Without a doubt, the purchase of a dual purposed home can be one of the most important and financially rewarding decisions a pre-retirement couple undertakes. Quite simply, the ultimate home buying decision comes down to establishing relatively conservative financial boundaries, drawing up a wish list and employing a real estate broker to find a home that will serve your needs now and in years to come.
An additional factor to consider is whether your prospective vacation property can provide rental income before it becomes your full-time retirement home. If so, you would be able to deduct a portion of your mortgage interest payments, taxes and property amortization against the rental income. In other words, it is a great way to build equity and create additional cash flows. It should come as no surprise that an increasing number of people have taken advantage of this strategy.
With a bit of good luck, buying a vacation and retirement home can yield some interesting financial benefits including long term capital appreciation and additional cash flows. Thorough planning can help mitigate future uncertainties and make the home buying process into a truly rewarding experience.
Article by Robert Flournoy-- a writer for Golf Home Connect.
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