Elevating Vacation Home Ownership with Marnie Blanco of Pacaso

This week on Beyond the Vines, I'm joined by Marnie Blanco, Senior Vice President of Industry Relations at Pacaso, the company that's changing the way people buy and enjoy second homes. As someone who has personally been fascinated by Pacaso—and may have spent more than a little time dreaming about a place in Lake Tahoe—I couldn't wait to dive into this conversation! Marnie explains how Pacaso's co-ownership model works, what makes it different from a traditional timeshare, and how buyers can purchase a luxury vacation home while sharing the costs and responsibilities with other owners. We also talk about financing options, building equity, what happens when you want to sell, and why this innovative approach is opening doors for so many people who thought vacation home ownership was out of reach. Whether you've always dreamed of a cabin in Tahoe, a beach house in Florida, a snow chalet in Colorado, a getaway in Paris, or you're simply curious about one of the most innovative ideas in real estate, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. In this episode, we discuss: How Pacaso's co-ownership model works The biggest differences between Pacaso and a timeshare Financing options Building equity through fractional ownership How scheduling, maintenance, and resale work Why co-ownership is reshaping the future of second-home ownership If you've ever caught yourself browsing vacation homes online and wondering, "Could I actually make this happen?"—this episode is for you. You can find Pacaso on Instagram at @pacasohomes and on the web at https://www.pacaso.com/listings?utm_medium=agent-share-link&utm_campaign=b98ae70e-54be-4a8e-89af-bf04c6f900c8&utm_content=amy_ahlers    You can find Amy Ahlers at amyahlersrealestate.com and @amyahlers_realtor on Instagram. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by guests on Beyond the Vines are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Amy Ahlers, or LivXplore Real Estate & Lifestyle.