Many people dream of one day owning a beautiful property on a picturesque lake that overlooks the water and gives quick access to the shore. But owning a lakefront property isn’t simply a luxury—there are financial and personal benefits to making this dream a reality. Here are the top five reasons to live on a lake:
Lakefront properties are one of a kind. There are so many factors that play into finding the perfect lakefront property, including design, location, and size. Because of this, most lakefront properties are one of a kind, offering the owner a unique place to live. There is another advantage to owning a one of a kind, lakefront property—if the time comes to sell the property, you will likely find it is easy to sell, largely because it offers a view and location no other property can offer.
Lakefront properties maintain their value. Even in slower markets, lakefront properties are typically worth twice as much as comparable single family homes that are not located on a lakefront. Since properties located along a lake are not readily available, these properties often maintain their value, and have increased in value by 116 percent since the year 1997.
Spend more time relaxing. Living without stress is almost unheard of. Most are managing careers and families, and barely finding time to invest in close friendships and hobbies. When you own a lakefront property, you have to opportunity to take time away from the stressors of your everyday life. You can spend more time relaxing, and when the time comes to return to work and everyday life, you will have the energy you need to manage everything you have on your plate.
Spend more time together as a family. There are so many distractions that keep us from spending quality time with the people we love. A lakefront property gives families the chance to spend time together, away from the distractions of everyday life—something that’s extremely important to us at Modernize.
Spend more time outdoors. For many, our jobs keep us indoors for the large majority of the day. With a lakefront property, you can escape outdoors anytime, enjoying the beautiful surroundings, soaking up plenty of vitamin D, and getting the fresh air we all crave.
“We believe every human being that strives to enrich their lives and the lives of those around them should have the opportunity to experience, enjoy, and live the lakefront lifestyle – a purposeful step toward true happiness.” `Scott Freerksen “The Lake Guy”