At least a dozen times a year, we get calls from folks who purchased their “dream” lakefront home and are now having issues with the property. Many involve the understanding of lake rights vs. lake access, weed control, Lake Associations, Wetlands & conservation laws, zoning setbacks, septic systems, buying in the winter, boating restrictions, etc. […]
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Attend the 9th Annual Lakefront Property Buyers Seminar
Dreaming of living the lakefront lifestyle? Learn all the differences when purchasing a lakefront home at the 9th Annual “Keys to Buying Lakefront Property” Seminar in Mansfield, MA on March 19, 2016…and you may leave with a FREE KAYAK! For many home buyers, the chance to own a home on a lake is a once-in-a-lifetime […]
How to Keep the Ice From Damaging Your Dock
Products from WeedersDigest.com Dock de-icing can allow you to ensure that your dock stays in good condition – even throughout the winter months when it is hardly in use. De-icing is more of an art form due to the fact that there is no rule for determining how a de-icer is going to take and […]
How to Own a Vacation Home With Friends
Here are a few things to keep in mind so your dream vacation home doesn’t turn into a nightmare. by Vera Gibbons, Zillow Blog. If you’re in the market for a vacation home but are looking to minimize costs as real estate prices rise and you face a stagnant paycheck, you might be considering going in […]
Top 10 Reasons You Should Own Lakefront Property
By Mary Sauer Many people dream of one day owning a beautiful property on a picturesque lake that overlooks the water and gives quick access to the shore. But owning a lakefront property isn’t simply a luxury—there are financial and personal benefits to making this dream a reality. Here are the top ten reasons why […]
3 Tips to Buying a Lake Home in the Winter
Is snow and ice covering your lakefront dreams? Don’t let that discourage you from buying a lake home in one of the best times of the year. But how do you know that the shoreline conditions are? How deep is the water? Are there aquatic weeds? What does the yard look like? Follow these 3 […]
Ice Fishing: The Art of the Tip-Up
For those not indoctrinated in the cold-weather arts of hard-water fishing, tip-ups—also called ice traps, fish traps, or tilts—are mechanical strike indicators that suspend lines under the ice. When well made and properly fished, they are instruments of exquisite practicality. Each dangles a spool of line and hook (typically adorned with a minnow) beneath a […]
Tips For Finding The Perfect Lake Home
For many people, buying a lake home is a lifelong dream come true. Like buying any property, purchasing a lake home is a major decision that should never be rushed. To ensure that you make the most out of your investment, consider the following before making your purchase: 1. It’s All About The Water! When […]
10 Ways to Keep Lakes Clean
A clean lake is a happy lake. Here are some simple tips to consider to ensure your lake can be enjoyed by future generations. Posted September 25, 2009 by Freshwater Society If you live on a lake, stream or wetland, plant a buffer strip of native plants along the water. If you have a lawn, […]
How to Sell Your Lake Home in the Winter
The question we get asked most often in the autumn season is “Should we list our home now or wait until spring”? If you are in a cold climate, here are some points to think about in your marketplace: Spring is when everyone lists their lakefront home. So that means supply is higher than demand. […]