Owning a gorgeous beachfront property is the end-game dream of so many people! Often considered to be apart of the, "American Dream," owning a luxurious property that overlooks a big, sparkling body of water is a staple in the moodboards of millions. Sure, the luxury that comes with owning such a thing is really quite spectacular! You get incredible views, a beautiful place to live and host your friends and family, and of course a home that you can flip and resell for much more than you paid for it! However, it's important to remember the trials and tribulations that can come with owning a beachfront property! Let's go through the PROS and CONS!

PROS:

- Unbelievable views! If you have the opportunity to invest in a place that overlooks a natural body of water, especially the ocean, the views alone could sell the house. If you've ever lived in a home that faced another home 5 feet across from you, you understand deeply and thoroughly the necessity a good view plays in feeling healthy and happy in a home! Whether you're overlooking a boardwalk to the beach, out directly onto the beach, or even gazing out across the lake, waterfront views add a truly immeasurable value to a property, and lifestyle!

- High return investment! If the whimsical views don't have you sold, perhaps the incredibly high return on investment will sway your opinion. You can make money on this property simply from buying it, and selling better than you bought it, or by renting it out! For an incredible property that you and you family can visit whenever you'd like, as well as a relatively passive source of income, investing in a beachfront property is a good way to make luxury pay for itself.

- Nature's playground! People who live near beaches tend to get more physical activity! Why? Beyond the statistical answers, common sense tells us that if you wake up, live in, and come home to a beautiful, natural setting, you're going to want to get outside and get moving! Beaches tend to be more walkable areas, so if you're close to one, it's likely that you can choose walking over driving, most likely with pleasure. I mean, who doesn't love a long walk on the beach on their way to the local bar?

CONS:

- Pretty penny! Of course, beach homes and even homes with any waterfront access or proximity are going to run higher in price. This makes sense, because investing in a beach home is a significant indicator of wealth and luxury. Everybody wants a beach home! And that common desire and high demand, in totality, drives up the price substantially. 

- Sand.... So Much Sand! Whatever the type of home, you'll have to worry about some sort of outside substance sneaking its way in. However, sand is universally known to be one of the hardest materials to get rid of, once you've gotten it. Second only, maybe, to glitter. You'll find it in your shoes, in your hair, in your everywhere, and that could definitely be an annoying part of owning a beachfront home. 

- People being people! As previously discussed, the beachfront is a highly desired property, regardless of if you actually own it. You'll likely have many frequent visitors, unless your property is far out of town or is highly regulated by 24hr security. Otherwise, you'll likely have a few to a whole bunch of passersby, that want that little slice of paradise just like you do. This may take some getting used to, so it's important to remember that unless it's totally private, it's probably not going to be.