Some purchases in life require a trial run before committing, whether it’s cars, mattresses, or lake properties. The latter is often one of the most significant investments you’ll make and while the appeal of a laid-back, lakeside life is enticing, …
Illnesses and injuries can happen anywhere and run the risk of ruining your lake outing. Making sure you have the right first aid kit can really make a difference in how potential problems are addressed. It is always safe to …
Most people do not have a clue what to expect when they retire. They work most of their lives and then, well, there’s nothing to do. That isn’t necessarily the case. You must first prepare yourself mentally for retirement. It …
If you are looking to convert your home on the lake into a vacation home for others to rent out, then you are in luck. Vacation rentals can be a wise investment if done correctly. There are certain steps that …
Depending how close you are to retirement you may be just starting to think about saving. Or you may be thinking that it is too late to start. First, it is never too late to start but, the earlier you …
Hiking can be a fun recreational activity for people who really love the outdoors. The beautiful scenery, the sun shining off of the water, and even a chance at spotting local wildlife. But there are always tiny little issues that you …
Many lake homes have pools allowing the homeowner to enjoy a private dip, but a pool, just like any body of water, can be very dangerous. According to the National Safety Council, nearly 600 adults and children drown every single …
If you are fortunate enough to have a screened-in porch, then congratulations. This will likely be the most popular room in your lake home! There are a number of ways you could go about this, depending on what your interests …
Most of the time when we think of a lake home or a boat house, the first thing that comes to our mind is a great room with a fantastic view of the lake or surrounding area. In order to …
Sometimes you get into a house and you start to tinker. You make a change here, an improvement there. After a while, it starts to take on a new personality, one that matches yours. Other times you may be on a …
