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Curated Coastal Living
✨ Why Savvy Second-Home Buyers Now Expect a Fully Furnished Arrival
As featured recently in Mansion Global, top real estate stagers and interior designers are seeing a major shift: today’s luxury homebuyers (especially in coastal markets and resort destinations) want homes that are move-in ready and beautifully furnished on arrival, right from day one.
And it makes perfect sense. When you’re investing in a vacation home or toptier rental property in elite (and often far-flung) destinations like Puerto Vallarta, Sayulita or Punta Mita, you’re not looking to spend your afternoons tracking delivery trucks or coordinating contractors.
CASE STUDY: From Arizona Desert to Perfect Paradise🌵
As seasoned real estate investors, this Arizona couple understands exactly what it takes to turn a property into a masterpiece. They had already worked with top design firms to create their primary desert residence, as well as a contemporary coastal property in California.
When it came time to identify their dream home in paradise, they turned to Nate Gosselin at FABRIS Realty and the design team at CRATE Interiors to make it happen.
While the owners jetted off to London for a summer getaway, our crews executed a seamless, White Glove Install — completing the entire transformation, move-in ready in just 60 days.
CASE STUDY: From Coastal Waters to Beachfront Living
How a Texas investor transformed two oceanfront condos into luxury vacation rentals in the Bay of Banderas.
When you already own a home on the coast, your expectations for a beachfront property are sky-high. That was certainly the case for a seasoned real estate entrepreneur from Texas, who recently turned his sights toward Puerto Vallarta’s premier coastline. Working with MexHome senior realtor Matt Ouelette, he came with a clear vision: high-floor units with panoramic ocean views, a specific paint palette, and a layout ready for premium vacation rental income.