Spending time on the lake floating on a water mat is the best part of summer! Floating water mats allow you to relax in solitude or with family and friends while afloat on the refreshing water. Being on the water is fantastic fun, and water mats and inflatables make...
How to Succeed at a Boat Show
Attending a winter boat show event is one of the best times to buy a new boat. Manufacturers and dealers want to move last year’s models and book sales before the season even starts, so they often offer nice incentives and are ready to negotiate. Not only can you...
Best Black Friday Deals For Boaters
Boaters, like all other breeds of shoppers, look forward to Black Friday and Cyber Monday each year so they can take advantage of the best deals in boating, fishing and watersports equipment. Black Friday has always been known as the unofficial kick-off to the holiday-shopping season, as retailers compete...
Buying a Lake House: What You Need to Know
Watching the sunrise over a glassy lake. Long summer days spent out on the water. Sunset boat rides. Bonfires with singing and roasting marshmallows. Bonding and memories that will last long after you’ve packed up the car to go home. Purchasing a lakefront home can be one of the...
How Do I Finance a Second Home on the Lake?
Buying a second home—whether for an investment or as a vacation getaway—can be a wise financial move if you plan to use it several times a year and rent it out for additional income the rest of the time. But buying a second home is not like purchasing a...
What are the Advantages of a Boat Lift?
Boats belong in the water right? Yes of course, but no… Storing them in the water 24/7 year-round can cause damage and decrease their value. This leads to more maintenance and work for you in the long run — and less time spent enjoying your boat with friends and...
What Fees Do Lake Homeowners Pay on Airbnb, Vrbo, and Other Popular Booking Sites?
Buying a lake home and renting it out can be a great source of income that can pay for the mortgage and put additional money in your pocket. Listing your home on multiple booking sites like VRBO and Airbnb will get your property in front of as many travelers...
Boaters Equipment Inspection Checklist for End of Season
With summer drawing to a final close, you may be thinking about taking your boat out of the lake until next spring. Don’t take your boat out just yet! Now is the best time to check all of your gear and replace what needs to be replaced. This checklist...
Fall Foliage Around New England Lakes
As the summer in New England begins to fade, the fall brings crisp air and new scenery. The trees are splashed with waves of orange and red, while others parade shades of golden yellows, plum purples or deep browns. And though the spectacular color change can be seen in...
Best Airbnb Lake House Rentals
When it comes to the lakeside getaway, there’s something for everyone: you can embody the pinnacle of laziness (lounge on the dock, take a leisurely dip, or simply sit in an inner tube and float around for hours) or you can get active (water skiing, hiking, and paddling around in kayaks or...