Owning a second home sounds like a dream. However, purchasing a cozy vacation retreat is achievable for many financially established homeowners. All you need is the right plan. From checking your finances to exploring mortgage loan options, the process requires a thoughtful, step-by-step approach. Here’s how to buy a second home that is a dream come true, not a financial anchor.

This week’s inspiration comes from the 1982 hit Should I Stay or Should I Go by The Clash—a fitting question for many people currently weighing whether to continue renting or take the leap into homeownership.

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