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Dock and Dine Basics: 5 Tips for Waterside Dining

Published on September 21, 2020September 21, 2020 by thelakeguy Category: Boating
dock and dine

Whether your home state—or the state you happen to be visiting—has hundreds or thousands of miles of coastline, you have an amazing advantage over landlubbers. You can arrive in style at a dockside restaurant. There’s simply nothing better than pulling up to an eatery in your own boat. Equally advantageous, you...

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Be Careful About Lake Access Easements!

Published on September 14, 2020September 14, 2020 by thelakeguy Category: Buying a Lakefront Home, Lakefront Living
lake easements

Lake Access Easements Should Be Carefully Scrutinized Prior To Purchase In a dispute not uncommon to Canadian cottage country, the Ontario Court of Appeal recently addressed whether the owner of a non-lakefront property could drive a vehicle towing a boat over a right-of-way on their neighbor’s property to access...

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Boat Storage: What Are My Options?

Published on September 1, 2020September 1, 2020 by thelakeguy Category: Boating
boat storage options

Boat storage both in season and during the winter months is an important consideration for boaters, but the issue raises a lot of questions: how much are boat storage costs? How will I find boat storage near me? Do I need additional boat storage compartments for all my gear,...

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Top 10 Affordable Lake Towns in the US

Published on August 18, 2020August 20, 2024 by thelakeguy Category: Buying a Lakefront Home
affordable lake towns

As the summer heat shows no signs of relenting, realtor.com®, the Home of Home Search℠, released its list of the 10 most affordable lake towns, which offer waterfront properties under $450,000. Unlike owning a vacation home on the ocean, lake homes can be more accessible – not just in price, but...

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Buying a Lake Home in a Hot Sellers Market

Published on August 3, 2020August 3, 2020 by thelakeguy Category: Buying a Lakefront Home
buying a lake home in a hot sellers market

A lake home seller’s market is simply a matter of economics. Inventory is low and demand is high, leading to some lake homes being on the market for only hours with competitive bidding. Lake property inventory is 14 percent lower than it was a year ago, although mortgage rates remain...

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How to Lose Your Dream Lakefront Home in 3 Easy Steps

Published on July 20, 2020July 20, 2020 by thelakeguy Category: Buying a Lakefront Home
dream lakefront home tips

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. But there are dozens of considerations specific to the lake...

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What are the Advantages of a Floating Dock?

Published on July 13, 2020April 22, 2021 by thelakeguy Category: Boating, Lake Home Design, Lakefront Living
floating dock

If you own a boat, then you’re probably rather familiar with what constitutes a dock. Indeed, unless you lower your vessel into the water with a trailer each and every time you use it, you can’t exactly board your boat without one. Unless you keep your boat in a spot where the water level never rises or...

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Dive Into the Top 10 Clearest Lakes in the U.S.

Published on July 7, 2020July 7, 2020 by thelakeguy Category: Lakefront Living
clearest lakes in US

There’s just something extra special about a clear, clean, refreshing lake. America the beautiful has a wide array of natural wonders inside its borders, but these ten stunning lakes offers views into some of the cleanest, clearest waters in the country. From alpine lakes in the mountains to the large...

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Considering an Inflatable Stand-up Paddle Board?

Published on June 29, 2020June 29, 2020 by thelakeguy Category: Recreation
iSUP

Are you looking to purchase a new inflatable SUP board? If you are, take a moment to read over our newly updated 2020 best inflatable paddle board list. This list will continue to be updated as new boards hit the market – so be sure to check back often...

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Why are so Many People Flocking to the Lake?

Published on June 23, 2020June 23, 2020 by thelakeguy Category: Buying a Lakefront Home, Lakefront Living
buying lake homes

Lakefront property took over the number one spot for “lifestyle” sales in real estate in mid-2020, with oceanfront and mountain view rounding out the top three. So why are so many new people discovering the lakefront lifestyle? We have some thoughts: Pandemic Effect If you are going to have...

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