However, that's all predicated on a healthy economy.

Seems great, like a combination of vacation rentals and marinas although I'm coming more and more to have a healthy respect/caution for losing your hat by not being the owner.Bill Gulley You definitely bring up great points about the cost of boat ownership...it's actually what dissuaded me from getting a live aboard when I first moved down to Portland.

I came from NY so of course it looks small in comparison but I think condo prices are healthy, especially as you approach downtown where they are building condos like crazy.I can't help but feel like there is good opportunity to buy condos at a discount.

It takes a pretty healthy wage for an individual to rent a small one bed.

So while we sit and wait for the right deal, I am just saving capital so when it does come along I can put a healthy down payment on the property, rehab and get it rented fairly quickly and move on to the next property.

So, if your local area has a lot of jobs and a wide variety of industry, it can be healthy, in spite of a national down turn. 

With the rise of a focus on healthy/organic food, many travelers want a full kitchen to cook while on vacation.

Some HOAs cover expenses by raising the dues, some by special assessments, and some do both.Also ask for the financial statements of the HOA to see how healthy the books are.  

LOL... it is healthy

So why your young fit and healthy its good to get life experiences even if it keeps you from buying some house..