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new investor - Beach Condo as STR but vacation spot
Hi all,
i am a first time home owner and i really want to also own a beach condo - for both the reason of investing as well as having a place i can go to for vacation.
i am not necessarily looking to profit as much as i am looking to break even.
My question to the community is - do i really need 20% down payment? is there a way to finance the condo with less down (like 10%)?
Can i borrow against my 401k?
How much money should i have set aside after purchased?
I am looking at Santa Rosa beach, FL, but really anything between there and Rosemary beach is desirable.
I am using AIRDNA for Airbnb stats, but i just fear i do not have enough money to purchase anything ,and wont for a very long time.
I have read the bigger pockets book and unfortunately i do not have the means to save money the way the book suggests (I.e. house hacking, cutting transportation costs).
Most Popular Reply

I'd look at this as a consumable item not an investment. Not that it might not be a decent long term buy but it doesn't sound like you have enough money to afford a second home right now. I'd do a few more true investment deals, increase the income of your day job, start saving more and/or reduce your expenses. Your future self will thank you. Best wishes.