There is always a little resistance to closing up the lake house for winter. The boat rides are getting shorter, the evenings are cooler, and the shoreline is beginning to fill with fallen leaves. Part of you wants to squeeze in one more perfect weekend before admitting that another lake season is coming to an […]
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What Did Your Lake Teach You This Summer?
There’s something about the end of summer that makes me look at the lake a little differently. The mornings start getting cooler, the sun disappears a little earlier, and the lake that was buzzing with boats, swimmers, paddleboards and jet skis just a few weeks ago begins to quiet down. There are still some great […]
The 15-Minute Lake Test: What to Look for Before Even Walking Into the House
When most buyers arrive at a lakefront home for the first time, they naturally want to walk through the front door. They want to see the kitchen, the primary bedroom, the bathrooms, the finishes and whether that great room really looks as big as it did in the photos. I usually want to go the […]
How Much Does It Really Cost to Own a Lake House?
The Real Costs Every Lakefront Buyer Should Know Before Purchasing Their Dream Property. Owning a lake house is about so much more than owning another piece of real estate. It’s about waking up to the sound of loons instead of traffic, watching the sunrise from your dock with a cup of coffee, and ending the […]
How Choosing the Wrong Lake Can Ruin Your Lakefront Dream
Buying a lake house is one of the most exciting lifestyle decisions you will ever make. The peaceful mornings, sunset boat rides, family memories, and escape from everyday stress are what most people dream about. But here’s the part many buyers overlook: Two beautiful lakefront homes can look nearly identical online, yet the lifestyle they […]
Why Lakefront Homes Feel Different Than Any Other Vacation Property
After more than 20 years specializing in lakefront real estate, I’ve noticed something interesting about lakefront buyers. Many of them originally considered other types of vacation properties first. Some looked at beach homes. Others explored mountain cabins, ski condos, or even golf communities. But once they spend time at the lake, something changes. The lake […]
The One Thing Every Happy Lakefront Homeowner Did Before Buying
If you ask longtime lakefront homeowners what made the biggest difference in their buying experience, you’ll rarely hear them talk about countertops, square footage, or even the price they paid. Instead, almost every truly happy lakefront homeowner points back to one simple decision they made before ever signing a contract: They took the time to […]
Top 5 Tips to Clean Your Pontoon Boat and Get It Ready for Summer
There’s nothing quite like cruising the lake on a warm summer day aboard your pontoon boat. But before you invite your friends, pack the cooler, and fire up the Bluetooth speakers, it’s essential to give your pontoon the care it needs after a long winter. A well-maintained boat not only looks great but also runs […]
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 canoes). In other words, lake days […]
How to Win Your Lake House Bid in a Competitive Market!
Tired of losing out on your dream lakefront home to another bidder? You’re not alone! Limited inventory, low interest rates, cash-rich buyers, families leaving the cities, more people working from home…all created a feeding frenzy for lakefront properties. It’s not unusual for any new lakefront listing to have multiple offers. So how can your offer […]