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Dreaming of Buying a Lake House? Everything to Know Before Diving In

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Waterfront land leases You may own the house, but it could be on leased land owned by the government or other agency. Buying a house on a lake means taking over whatever lease the land owner has put in place. You may have to account for price inflations if the lease ends while you own the house.

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Mobile Homes Deserve Great Curb Appeal, Too: Here’s How to Get It

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Check the curb appeal regulations put in place by your community’s property management company or HOA association. In addition, get explicit permission from your community’s property manager or HOA for a deck or porch addition. But what are your options if you don’t actually own the land that your mobile home sits on?

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How to Buy a Mobile Home in 8 Steps

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When investing in mobile homes, add up all costs, including purchase price, transportation, installation, insurance, maintenance, and land leasing. Additionally, consider your property management approach. Decide if you’ll manage rentals yourself or hire a property management company.