We are in a situation much like yours, 2 years until retirement! We purchased a Valparaiso Courtyard Villa on 12-31-11 after a lifestyle visit. We spent a vacation in April there and got it all set up. We hired a property manager who watches the house, takes furniture deliveries, etc. and also takes care of keys etc for renters. We will be renting it out for as much of the next 2 years as possible then snowbirding after that.
We hired a lawn and pest service (Stellar ad on this website) and property manager (H&H) so we are all set. There are services in TV to help you manage your property almost any way you want! Don't wait too long! Prices have gone up twice since we purchased pn 12-31-11!
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