For Mark, a longtime lakefront homeowner, snowmobiling on his lake is simply another way to live the lifestyle he fell in love with years ago. “People think lake living ends when the water freezes,” he says. “For me, it just changes.” Instead of hauling his sled to a trailhead, Mark steps out his back door […]
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Scott Freerksen "The Lake Guy" created LakefrontLiving.com in 2003. Scott is a Real Estate Broker & Realtor® that personally understands the emotional connection that comes with owning lakefront property. This genuine passion is why he continually strives to bring Buyers and Sellers of lakefront property together. With a keen eye for detail and an intimate knowledge of each lake he covers, he helps his clients make the most of their lakefront home purchase. "Owning lakefront property is an experience that will change the way you live - it becomes a retreat to escape the hassles of daily living. The wildlife, recreation, and vacation feel of waterfront living will forever be a part of you."
The One Thing Every Happy Lakefront Homeowner Did Before Buying
If you ask longtime lakefront homeowners what made the biggest difference in their buying experience, you’ll rarely hear them talk about countertops, square footage, or even the price they paid. Instead, almost every truly happy lakefront homeowner points back to one simple decision they made before ever signing a contract: They took the time to […]
The Best Bowrider Boats of 2026
Imagine gliding effortlessly on the water, surrounded by friends and family on a boat that perfectly blends luxury and performance. Bowrider boats continue to define versatile, social boating. They blend open seating, confident handling and enough power for cruising, watersports or relaxed afternoons at anchor. For the 2026 model year – primarily built during 2025 […]
Should You Buy a Lake House With Friends or Family? Pros, Cons, and Exit Strategies
Buying a lake house is a dream for many. The sunsets, weekend boat rides, family gatherings, and slow mornings with coffee on the dock make it feel like a slice of paradise. But as prices rise and inventory tightens, more buyers are asking a new question: What if we buy together? Pooling resources with friends […]
What Your Lakefront Home Says About You
Buying a lakefront home is never just about square footage, bedrooms, or countertops. It is a reflection of who you are, how you live, and what you value most. After two decades working exclusively with lake buyers and sellers, one thing has become very clear. People do not just buy a house on the water. […]
Before Buying a Lake House, Smart Buyers Did This First
The Lake House Dream Has a Quiet Problem Most Buyers Never Talk About Buying a lake house is supposed to feel like a reward. It represents freedom, time with family, slower mornings, long summer evenings, and a place where memories are made instead of scheduled. For many buyers, it is the culmination of years of […]
Can I Build a Dock, Add a Boat Lift, or Change the Shoreline?
One of the biggest perks of owning a lakefront home is easy access to the water. Building dock for morning swims, a boat lift to protect your investment, or a stabilized shoreline to prevent erosion can dramatically improve how you enjoy your property. The big question most lakefront buyers and owners ask is simple but […]
Buying a Lakefront Home for the First Time After 50
For many buyers over 50, a lakefront home is not an impulse purchase. It is the reward. The place you imagined during long workweeks, busy family schedules, and years of putting everyone else first. Now the timing feels right. The kids are grown, careers are established, and the idea of slowing down near the water […]
How to Stage Your Waterfront Property for Sale
When it comes to selling a waterfront property, you are not just selling a house. You are selling a lifestyle. Buyers are not only looking at square footage, finishes, or floor plans. They are imagining morning coffee by the water, summer afternoons on the dock, quiet workdays with a lake view, and evenings spent watching […]
How to Photograph a Lakefront Home to Attract Qualified Buyers
Lakefront homes are emotional properties. Buyers are not just shopping for square footage or bedroom count. They are buying early mornings on the dock, sunsets over the water, and a lifestyle that feels different from everyday living. Great lake home photography must capture that feeling while still presenting the home accurately and professionally. Poor photos […]