When buying coastal property, don't just check if beach access works now. Ask if it will still work in ten years. A path that exists today might need maintenance or replacement, and sophisticated buyers evaluate whether access will actually hold up.
Many buyers evaluate access by asking, "Can I get to the beach today?" I think that's the wrong question. The better question is, "Will I still be able to get to the beach 10 years from now?" Because the existence of access and the durability of access are not always the same thing. Maintenance matters. Physical conditions matter. Future replacement considerations matter. Long-term durability matters. Sophisticated buyers don't simply evaluate current access, they evaluate future access. Good Harbor Bay future access.
