Glenn S. Phillips is the CEO of Lake Homes Realty. He is also an author and speaker. When not thinking about real estate and technology, he periodically plays his ugly tuba (complete with a bullet hole), enjoys exploring cognitive thinking, and prefers dark chocolate.
Boating is a way of life for water lovers, which is why there are certain rules that must be followed to ensure everyone’s safety. If you’re new to boating, here are some general boating etiquette tips & advice (for both …
A trip to the lake with the entire family is truly a special experience, but spending time on the lake just isn’t the same without your pet(s). Trying to find a place for your pet to stay while you’re away from …
Emergencies that leave you without power can happen at any time. This is why it is always a good idea to have a generator available. While portable generators can be useful, backup generators are even more so due to their …
One of the best safety measures that you can rely on while out on the water is the use of personal flotation devices (PFDs). A personal flotation device, also referred to as a life jacket or life preserver, is a …
The Chicago Tribune estimates that around 40% of all homes nationwide no longer have a landline phone. There are still plenty of good reasons to maintain a landline, especially if you own a lake home. Here are four reasons why …
Lake homes have a timeless appeal for both children and adults, since people of all ages are so wildly attracted to the water. Keeping everyone safe around the water needs to be a top priority. This is because of potential …
One of the priorities of owning a lake home should be to keep your property and your family safe. Making safety a priority should be no different than owning or living in a landlocked home. But, because you’re living right …
It’s getting to be that time of year when the days are shorter and the shadows are longer. That means it’s time to start planning to seal up and begin maintaining your lake home for the offseason. This is one …
Renting your lake home is a great way to earn additional income while you’re not using it. However, because you’re only renting it out as a vacation home during certain parts of the year, you’ll still have to provide those …
Many lake home and vacation homeowners rent out their properties during the year to offset their property’s holding costs, but also to earn additional income as well. But renting out your lake home can be a lot easier said than …
