Buy Smarter, Not Harder: A Frisco Second Homeowner's Best Advice

Candice sits down with her friend (and fellow real-estate-spreadsheet enthusiast) Lauren for a candid, lived-in look at what it actually takes to own a second home in Frisco, Colorado. Lauren bought her first mountain condo to escape I-70 traffic, learned the hard way about underfunded HOAs, dual-agency deals, and broad inspections — then leveled up to a well-built townhouse with Candice's help years later.They cover:Lessons from a rough first purchase — underfunded HOA reserves, special assessments, and risks of using the seller's agentHow to vet an HOA's financial health before you buyChoosing between local and national property management companies, and what "full service" really costs (spoiler: 25–35% of rental revenue)The right questions to ask a property manager — hidden fees, maintenance thresholds, and after-hours supportWhy short-term rental income estimates are often optimistic, and how to build your own modelHow Lauren's use of her mountain home shifted from "ski weekends only" to a true four-season retreatWhether you're weekend-tripping from the Front Range or dreaming about your own ski condo, this episode is full of real numbers and hard-won advice from someone who's actually done it.📍 Buying, selling, or investing in Summit County? Reach out anytime — Candice De, Mountain Real Estate Podcast.