Pall Spera Company Realtors-Stowe, VT
Teresa Merelman, Broker, Pall Spera Company Realtors-Stowe, VTPhone: (802) 793-5171
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
Real estate investment opportunities come in many forms. Whether you own and manage a rental property, own shares in an investment trust or anything in between, it's possible to get great returns on investment. High-end or luxury real estate has always been considered a profitable way to go in investing. But how do you get started? Here are some ways you can invest in luxury real estate:
Flipping isn't just for fixer-uppers. Investing time and labor into a remodel for a luxury property can bring big returns. However, there are some potential challenges, like lack of available inventory and high competition. If you can negotiate good financing terms and spend efficiently on materials, flipping a mansion can be a significant investment.
Buying and renting out luxury condominiums is a common way to invest in real estate. However, one trick to this strategy is to focus on lifestyle in addition to the property itself. For example, amenities like gyms, swimming pools, spas and other convenient services boost the value and desirability of a property.
Luxury vacation rentals can bring in excellent seasonal income and hold on to their value if located in desirable vacation spots. Locations with plenty of tourism are the best places to begin when seeking a luxury vacation investment. Tropical islands, ski resort towns and destination cities are all the areas to consider. One key to a great vacation rental is to make sure it's comfortable for a wide variety of potential tenants. For example, family-friendly rentals might attract more business by offering more space and flexibility.
There are many approaches to investing in real estate. If you're interested in going the luxury route, these are just three ways to begin your journey.
Teresa's beginnings were at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. She was child #5 of 8 and born into an Air Force family that moved all over the United States but usually ended up back in the Washington, D.C. area. Teresa attended Miami University in Oxford, Ohio and received her bachelor's degree in business from George Mason University, in Fairfax, Virginia. Some of her prior careers include: computer buyer in Fairfax, Virginia; Deputy Clerk at the U.S. District Court in Denver, Colorado; Police Officer in Steamboat Springs, Colorado; and Bed & Breakfast owner in Stowe, Vermont. Teresa obtained her license as a Realtor® in 1998. She has been through many ups and downs in this profession and continues to learn every day. She very much enjoys the real estate profession and the wonderful people she has met and assisted along the way. In order to serve her clients and customers, Teresa continually attends classes and seminars. Some of her Designations and Certifications include:
Teresa has also served and continues to serve on several boards:
In 2007, Teresa was named Vermont Realtor of the Year.Teresa and her husband, a local attorney, moved to Stowe in 1987. They had two sons and Stowe has been their home for the past 36 years. She still feels the Stowe area is a wonderful place to raise a family, there's always something going on. Teresa can often be found behind the lens of her camera documenting the beauty of the area and its many events.As an update, Teresa's older son is now a Doctor/resident at the University of New Mexico's Emergency Management Program. Her younger son graduated from James Mason University and currently resides in Chicago, IL as a supervisor for OKTA.
