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Why are some Lakefront Properties on Leased Land?
So you have been diligently looking for a lakefront home and find the perfect property. However there is an unusual mention in the listing that the land, and/or lake frontage is on leased land, and you have seen this before. Why are some lakefront properties on leased land? What does that mean? Having an experienced […]
What is a 48-Hour First Right of Refusal on a Lake Home?
What is a 48-Hour First Right of Refusal on a Lake Home? Lakefront living is a dream for many individuals, offering a serene and picturesque environment with many recreational opportunities. If you’re considering purchasing a lake home, it’s crucial to understand the intricacies of the real estate market and the unique aspects that come with […]
Never Ask “Is This Property Still Available” Again!
Zillow is one of the most popular real estate websites, providing users with access to millions of property listings, home values, and other related information. However, many people have raised concerns about the accuracy of Zillow’s data. Prompting many consumers to always ask an agent: “Is this property still available?”. Below, we will explore the […]
Can I Cut Trees Down Near the Lake Shore?
Most new homeowners seem to want to cut trees down between the house and the lake when they first buy a property. I STRONGLY urge you live with what you have for a full year first. I can’t count the number of homeowners that came back to me and said “I wish I had left […]
What is the Correlation Between Lakefront Property and Home Value
Living on the lake provides an incomparable experience. You wake up every morning to the serenity of the water lapping against the shoreline while enjoying your cup of coffee. The afternoon consists of an abundance of entertaining recreation options such as wakeboarding, tubing, water skiing, fishing, kayaking, boating, and surfing. At night you can kick […]
Be Careful About Lake Access 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 the lake: Markowski v. Verhey, 2020 ONCA 472 […]
Top 10 Affordable Lake Towns in the US
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 also for those who don’t live […]
Why are so Many People Flocking to the Lake?
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 a stay-at-home order, why not spend […]
Are You Buying Your first Lakefront Home?
Are you ready to experience the lakefront lifestyle? Owning lakefront property is an experience that will change your life. 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 did you know that buying lakefront property is […]