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 […]
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Embracing the Empty Nester Lifestyle: Downsizing to a Lake Home
Life is a journey filled with various stages, each offering unique experiences and opportunities. One such stage that many look forward to with anticipation is the empty nester phase. When the kids have flown the coop, and your home is suddenly quieter and more spacious, it’s time to reevaluate your living situation. For many empty […]
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, […]
Downsizing: Could You Live In A Tiny Home In Retirement?
Is it just a popular misconception that retirees downsize to smaller homes? While some certainly do, recent research from the National Association of Realtors shows that the median square footage of a home purchased by people 55 to 64 is 2,200 — actually 100 square feet larger than the house they just sold. Even folks […]