What to Know About Becoming a Snowbird

Have you ever dreamed of escaping the cold winter months? REALTOR® Sindy Ready from Scottsdale, AZ, shares what amenities and types of homes snowbirds look for in their winter residence. Next, REALTOR® Barb Sukkau from the Niagara region discusses the advantages of becoming a snowbird and how to find the right area. Then, REALTOR® Kathy Dunn explains "half-backing" and why many snowbirds permanently move to Tennessee. Craig Venezia, author of "Buying a Second Home: Income, Getaway or Retirement," gives tips on how to make buying a second home in a warmer climate possible and the financial implications that come along with it. And, Melissa Dittmann Tracey shares whether bright red refrigerators and stainless steel kitchen cabinets are hot or not.