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6 Reasons to Own a Swimming Pool at the Lake

You can feel it; the weather is warm and you are getting the itch to swim. Your entire family is ready to splash away their days in the sun. Healthier Lifestyle There are many families that purchase a pool for family fun; however, an amazing benefit of a swimming pool is the fitness that automatically comes with the fun. Families that have a pool are getting much more exercise than those families that do not have one. This offers an overall wellness for the body. Some great exercises that can be done in a pool are water walking, water jogging…
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Tips for Hiring the Right Contractor

So you’ve decided that you are immune to the DIY madness sweeping the nation, and you’re ready to hire a contractor to finish your home improvement project or major renovation. What ever level of work you require, there are different contractors and professionals you need to consult with before hiring one. Here are a few ideas on what to look for as you get ready to pay the pro to get your project finished. Highly Recommended Do you know a friend, relative or coworker that has had a similar project done? Ask him or her who they used, if they’d recommend them,…
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How to Organize and Store Lake Gear in the Garage

Most of us have to admit that the garage can quickly become overcrowded, piled high with outdoor lake gear and clutter. But there are some ways to get around all that, even if it seems hopeless. When it comes to garage organization, the idea is to utilize the ceilings and the walls to your advantage.
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Visit Us at the 2016 Atlanta Boat Show!

Another year, another boat show! This year the Atlanta Boat Show runs from January 14 – 17,  and we would love to see you there! Lake Homes Realty corporate staff and local expert real estate agents will be available throughout the entire show and look forward to discussing all things lake living. In the past two years, we have met hundreds of lake lovers, marveled at the best in class boats, and met vendors for all kinds of lake related items, and this year should be bigger than ever! Thinking About Buying on the Lake? If you are thinking about buying…
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5 Ways to Stay Warm While Enjoying the Lake in the Fall

There’s just something about fall. The air is crisper, the leaves are falling, and it feels refreshing to be outside. In contrast to the summer months when the heat is smothering, you find yourself drawn to your outdoor spaces. Your patio or dock are the perfect place to enjoy a cup of hot coffee on autumn mornings, or to snuggle up on your porch swing at night, and listen to the wind blow through the leaves. Pretty soon, it will be sweater weather, and you’ll feel the cold drawing you back inside your house for the long winter. If you want…
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How to Finish Renovation Projects On Time

Finishing renovation projects can be quite a hassle, especially when the project is going over the scheduled time you have allocated for it. Remember when you got the bright idea to do the renovation and you were excited? Once the project begins, it turns into a whole other game. Here are ways to ensure that the project finishes on time: Schedule Inspections Before you move ahead with any project, schedule any type of inspection that could reveal future problems. For instance, have your home checked for termites and asbestosis. If you tear down a wall and run into either of…
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Stains Between Your Tile? How to Clean or Replace Grout

Grout is a mixture of cement, water, sand, and color. At times, it can include finely ground gravel. This ends up being a sticky substance that comes in the form of powder. It is used to fill in gaps in the bathroom. These gaps include those around walls, countertops, floors, and tiles. Although it has a function, it can also be decorative. If you find that your grout is discolored or is chipped in anyway, here’s how to clean dirty or stained grout in any room. Clean Up The Grout Dirty or discolored grout can be quite ugly. The wonderful news…
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Home Improvements – Where Should You Start?

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 tighter budget, and you wonder what will make the most impact on your home, and what will raise the resale value the most. Here are some of the best home improvements you can make that will pay off whether you are trying to sell your home or not. Some investments in your home go beyond financial. Some will make your…
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Join Us At The 2015 Atlanta Boat Show

It’s that time of the year again! The Atlanta Boat Show runs from January 15th through the 18th, and we would love to see you there! Lake Homes Realty staff and real estate agents will be available throughout the entire show and look forward to discussing all things lake living! Considering a lake home? If you are thinking about buying a lake home, we want to make the process as easy as possible! LakeHomes.com now has over 15,000 properties for sale across 105 lakes. We will have local, specialized lake agents from states across the South including Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and…

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