Home Exchange websites are a growing phenomenon that allows families to reduce vacation costs by swapping homes, condos or apartments for vacation. People around the world are saying that it is a great way to travel on a limited budget.
If you are interested in swapping your home with other families, it is important that you know that there is some risk involved. To prevent any inconvenience, home-swappers usually:
- Relocate computers and other valuables such as jewelry to a friend or relative’s home.
- Stop mail.
- Secure documents with important information such as credit card numbers, bank account information and social security information.
- Have someone (neighbors or relatives) watch your home regularly while you’re away
Should anything go wrong during the swap, homeowners with insurance policies will be covered for damages or theft. Keep in mind that in order for an insurance company to cover damages there can not be exchange of money between the two swapping parties.
Several websites assist in making these swaps happen. Some charge members an annual fee of up to $100. Swappers must provide pictures of their home and a complete description. Some owners hire someone to clean the house before the new guests arrive and after guests leave.
South Florida is a high demand destination for home swappers; however, if you are not comfortable with the idea of having a stranger in your home, you can always rent a vacation home in Miami from one of the many companies that do this. You can find everything from apartments to waterfront mansions. It is possible to have a nice vacation in a beautiful Miami home that fulfills your exact needs.
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