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Buying a Boat Can Be Affordable

Published on January 28, 2019 by thelakeguy Category: Boating, Recreation
buying a boat

So you’ve been on friends’ boats enough times now to know you just might want one of your own. But what to buy—what sort of boat do you want? What would you use it for? What’s a best-fit for you and your family? What would you do with it...

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Dock De-icers: Types and Best Practices

Published on January 21, 2019 by thelakeguy Category: Lakefront Living
dock de-icers

Many people use dock de-icers to protect permanent docks and boathouses from ice damage. However, if these devices are not properly managed or installed, they can create large openings with thin ice that are unsafe for recreation during the winter months. These large areas of open water can also...

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Thinking of Buying Your Dream Lakefront Home? Attend This Seminar!

Published on January 14, 2019 by thelakeguy Category: Lakefront Living

Lakefront Living Realty, LLC Announces 12th Annual Lakefront Property Buyers Seminar Dreaming of purchasing your dream lakefront property? Learn why buying a lake home is different than any other real estate at the 12th Annual “Keys to Buying Lakefront Property” Seminar in Mansfield, MA on March 9, 2019 and...

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3 Reasons Not to Wait Until Spring to Buy Your Lake Home

Published on January 7, 2019 by thelakeguy Category: Buying a Lakefront Home
buying a lake home in the winter

Congratulations on your decision to invest in the lakefront lifestyle! 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. Purchasing...

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How Much Does it Cost to Build a New Lake Home?

Published on January 1, 2019 by thelakeguy Category: Lake Home Design
cost to build a lake home

The cost to build a lake home primarily depends upon the size of the home or square footage, the cost of the waterfront land it sits on and how many custom, top-of-the-line features that are selected. Cost overview The National Association of Home Builders periodically conducts “construction cost surveys”...

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5 Things to Know Before Buying a Winter Vacation Home

Published on December 17, 2018 by thelakeguy Category: Buying a Lakefront Home
winter vacation home

If home ownership is the first cornerstone of the American Dream, then a quiet cabin by the lake (if not a beach house with a view of a breathtaking sunset) in the mountains as far away from a Wi-Fi hot spot as possible probably runs a close second. By...

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Ice Thickness Safety Chart

Published on December 10, 2018 by thelakeguy Category: Lakefront Living, Recreation
ice thickness safety chart

Keep your family and friends safe this winter! Print out and post this ice thickness safety chart at your lakefront property for everyone to see. By www.Ameriprise.com. Ice safety tips for walking, fishing, driving and more Check the ice thickness before you go on it. Four inches is the...

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What’s The Best Time Of Year To Buy A Vacation Home?

Published on December 3, 2018 by thelakeguy Category: Buying a Lakefront Home

Whether your summer vacation takes you to the beach, the mountains, or any of America’s popular destinations, chances are good you’ll encounter advertising and sales pitches to buy your vacation place. By Steve Cook, Homes.com. If you are tired of high rents and the hassles associated with finding a...

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Building A Lake Home – What You Need to Know

Published on November 26, 2018 by thelakeguy Category: Buying a Lakefront Home, Lake Home Design
build a lake house

Nothing beats the serenity and beauty of lakefront home. The views are out of this world, and there’s something peaceful about the sound and sight of water. But if you plan on building a lake home from the ground up, you should know that you’ve got a challenging road...

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Winter Home Improvements for Lakeside Properties

Published on November 20, 2018 by thelakeguy Category: Lakefront Living, Selling a Lakefront Home
A large house on the lakeside

From time to time, we all need a rest. After months of work, that’s really the best remedy for your tired mind and body – a nice, relaxing vacation. But for many, going to some kind of resort or large hotel can feel cold and not homely at all....

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