For many folks, retirement is an opportunity to pursue hobbies, travel, and enjoy spending time with family and friends. But apparently, it's also the right time to own a second home. In fact, 41% of Americans would like to own a vacation home in retirement, according to data from GOBankingRates. And while that's a neat objective to strive for in theory, it could be a risky one in practice.

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