Products from WeedersDigest.com Dock de-icing can allow you to ensure that your dock stays in good condition – even throughout the winter months when it is hardly in use. De-icing is more of an art form due to the fact that there is no rule for determining how a de-icer is going to take and […]
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How to Own a Vacation Home With Friends
Here are a few things to keep in mind so your dream vacation home doesn’t turn into a nightmare. by Vera Gibbons, Zillow Blog. If you’re in the market for a vacation home but are looking to minimize costs as real estate prices rise and you face a stagnant paycheck, you might be considering going in […]
Top 10 Reasons You Should Own Lakefront Property
By Mary Sauer 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 ten reasons why […]
Will I Need Flood Insurance for my Lakefront Property Purchase?
Your mortgage lender may require you to purchase flood insurance in connection with your purchase of a lakefront property. The National Flood Insurance Program provides for the availability of flood insurance but also establishes flood insurance policy premiums based on the risk of flooding in the area where properties are located. Due to recent amendments […]
3 Tips to Buying a Lake Home in the Winter
Is snow and ice covering your lakefront dreams? Don’t let that discourage you from buying a lake home in one of the best times of the year. But how do you know that the shoreline conditions are? How deep is the water? Are there aquatic weeds? What does the yard look like? Follow these 3 […]
Ice Fishing: The Art of the Tip-Up
For those not indoctrinated in the cold-weather arts of hard-water fishing, tip-ups—also called ice traps, fish traps, or tilts—are mechanical strike indicators that suspend lines under the ice. When well made and properly fished, they are instruments of exquisite practicality. Each dangles a spool of line and hook (typically adorned with a minnow) beneath a […]
Tips For Finding The Perfect Lake Home
For many people, buying a lake home is a lifelong dream come true. Like buying any property, purchasing a lake home is a major decision that should never be rushed. To ensure that you make the most out of your investment, consider the following before making your purchase: 1. It’s All About The Water! When […]
Therapeutic Benefits of Lake Side Hot Tubs
Lake side hot tubs offer a relaxing, warm-water environment that combines buoyancy and massaging jets, making them a practical and well-used tool for many types of therapy. 1. Better sleep. According to the National Institute of Health, more than 70 million Americans suffer from mild to chronic insomnia and other sleep disorders. A recent study […]
10 Ways to Keep Lakes Clean
A clean lake is a happy lake. Here are some simple tips to consider to ensure your lake can be enjoyed by future generations. Posted September 25, 2009 by Freshwater Society If you live on a lake, stream or wetland, plant a buffer strip of native plants along the water. If you have a lawn, […]
Could You Live in a Tiny Lake House?
10 things to consider if you’re thinking of downsizing — way down…by Laura Gaskill, Houzz.com. While still a bit of an oddity, there is no doubt that the tiny house is becoming increasingly popular. Whether you crave more financial freedom, wish to reduce your impact on the environment or want to live a simpler life, […]