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Originally Posted by AintSoBad
Kathy, if this is a lifelong investment, I'd surely go spend time at a hotel at the two coasts you're thinking of.
Then, try the Keys.
And, do it at least twice in a year, opposite seasons. (Remember, and Never forget, Hurricane Season!).
There Ain't No Tryin' to Reason, With Hurricane Season....(Buffett). (You're safer in the Tampa area).
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Pete,
Great idea! My daughter lived in South Florida for six years and just moved back to the Midwest. Over the years, I visited in August, October, December, February, and May. The weather is very different throughout the year.
Kathy, I don’t know your situation – if you are working or have other similar obligations that would prevent the vagabond life that Pete was suggesting, but there can be reasonable places to rent for a week or two all over the state. A lot of nice condos are sitting empty right now, many furnished. This could be cheaper than a hotel and also give you a fell of “neighborhood” living as opposed to the tourist-feel of the hotel districts.
Maybe you could contact a trusted real estate agent in Philadelphia that specializes in local rentals and he/she could hook you up with a trustworthy agent in Florida.
Happy Hunting,
(South Beach smily)
Mike