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Kiplinger
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David Rodeck

10 Things For Retirees To Know About Buying A Second Home

A retired couple sit on the terrace of their second home.

As the chill of winter begins to fade and the first signs of spring emerge, you might begin dreaming about your favorite beach, lake or mountain trail and think, “That was such a great place to visit. What if we lived there?”

Retirees initially became more interested in second homes amid the COVID-19 pandemic, said Ian Katz, a real estate agent in New York City. “The pandemic brought people closer, and now they want exposure to multiple climates while keeping in touch with family.”

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