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Old 03-30-2023, 09:04 AM
Wendyflew
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Originally Posted by Michael G. View Post
Can anyone offer up an expense (ballpark figure) on being a snowbird?

I know it Very's with property values etc., but we had my sister visit last week (just retired) and her daughter, (a doctor) from Wisconsin and the subject was talked about.
In 2022 it cost me $17,000 to maintain my home, car, and golf cart. That includes property taxes (which are considerably more for non residents), insurance (home and car), gas, Sunpass expense, utilities, grass cutting, garden maintenance, pest control and power washing. It does not include any major improvements, recreation, food or shopping. The size of your home will also impact your expenses. I hope that helps.