vacation

  • Close-up of the front left headlight and side mirror of a white car; in the blurred background, a driveway leads to a house with two other parked cars.

    12 Hidden Costs of Owning a Vacation Property

    Owning a vacation property sounds like a dream. A place to escape, relax, and potentially build wealth through appreciation or…

    Owning a vacation property sounds like a dream. A place to escape, relax, and potentially build wealth through appreciation or rental income can be incredibly appealing. However, many buyers focus on the purchase price and mortgage while overlooking the ongoing…

  • A handwritten note on white paper says, "Scary spider under cup... thank you for your service.

    19 of the Most Unhinged Notes Ever Found in Vacation Rentals

    Vacations are supposed to be about relaxation, but sometimes the strangest souvenirs aren’t seashells or postcards: they’re the handwritten notes…

    Vacations are supposed to be about relaxation, but sometimes the strangest souvenirs aren’t seashells or postcards: they’re the handwritten notes left behind in rental homes. Occasionally, the strangest part of the trip is not the beach or the food, it’s…