U.S. Cities and States With the Most Vacation Homes The United States is millions of homes short of what is needed to meet long-term housing demand, a deficit that has made affordability a persistent challenge for both buyers and renters. Redfin estimates the national housing shortage at 4.03 million units, reflecting years in which residential […]

U.S. Cities Where Vacation Home Demand Has Declined the Most Vacation homes—also referred to as second homes or seasonal properties—are residential properties purchased primarily for leisure use rather than as a primary residence. While often associated with affluent buyers and resort destinations, this segment of the housing market can serve as a leading indicator of […]

The Truth About Timeshare Depreciation (and How to Make the Most of Your Sale) If you’ve owned your timeshare for a few years, you may be surprised to learn that its resale value isn’t the same as what you originally paid. This can feel frustrating, but it’s also completely normal. Like most big purchases—think new […]

What Are Timeshare Maintenance Fees Really Paying For? If you’re a timeshare owner, you’re likely familiar with the annual maintenance bill that shows up each year—often with a higher price tag than the year before. But what exactly are you paying for? And are those fees worth it? In this guide, we’ll break down where […]