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How to Own Multiple Homes in Different States When You Have Pets by Megan Cooper
Whether it's a cabin up north, an apartment in the city, or a vacation home somewhere tropical, there are lots of reasons to buy a second home if you have the means to do so. Real estate is an excellent investment, and having a second home - especially one in a different state - provides you with a nice change of scenery and a chance to make memories somewhere new. That said, owning multiple homes in different states does have some cons. There's the cost of having multiple mortgages, maintaining both properties, traveling from one home to the other, and deciding what to do with your pets while you're away. You could certainly hire a pet sitter to look after your animal companions while you're away, but you might prefer to take them with you whenever you head to your second home. To help you decide how to best care for your pets while managing multiple homes in different states, check out these practical tips from Precious Realty. Equip Each Home With Top-Rated Pet Supplies Unless you plan on hiring a pet sitter to care for your animal companion every time you leave for your second home, you'll want to purchase a second set of pet supplies so you're not transporting each item between homes. As a few examples, you might want to keep the following items on hand at each property:
Before purchasing additional pet supplies for your second home, be sure to read reviews from veterinarians and other animal experts to ensure you're purchasing the safest and healthiest items for your beloved animal companion. Traveling between houses can be difficult for many animals, and it's important to make sure the products you're purchasing will help your pet to feel right at home. You can find reputable online reviews on muzzles, crates, harnesses, playpens, grooming supplies, and more. Keep Each Home Clean and Tidy When you live with one or more animal companions, you often have to worry about cleaning up pet hair and dander. But when you're traveling between homes in different states, you may have trouble cleaning each home on your own - and you may be better off hiring a professional cleaning service. Just ask your cleaning professional to use pet-safe products that won't harm your animal companions or other sensitive household members. Save on Storage Space, Pet Care, and Other Pet-Friendly Services If you own homes in states such as California and New York, take some time to research average costs for pet-friendly services, and look for ways to save money where you can. Here are some things to consider:
The Bottom Line Owning multiple properties in different states can be difficult at times when you have pets at home, but the benefits of dividing your time between two or more cities can be well worth it. Just look for ways to simplify your life while traveling between properties with your pet, like purchasing an additional set of veterinarian-recommended products for your second home and moving any extra pet supplies into storage when they're not needed. You could certainly leave your pet with a sitter whenever you're away, but bringing your animal companion along for the ride will make your second property feel much more like home. Looking to buy, rent, or sell a pet-friendly home? Contact Precious Realty at 516-216-7462. Contact us BUT FOR FASTER RESULTS CALL US AT 516-216-7462.CONTACT US AT:
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