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For Homeowners, Real Estate
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Assessing Your Vacation Home’s True Rental Potential

At first blush, many prospective buyers see the purchase of a vacation rental property as a potential win-win: They pick up a new source of income while having a cost-effective vacation destination whenever they have the urge to get away. It’s easy to understand why vacationers prefer to rent their own property instead of staying in a hotel or condominium, particularly if the property comes at a manageable price for potential buyers. Many potential buyers are very intrigued by the potential income opportunity of a vacation rental home.
Holidays, Lake Activities, Lifestyle
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Tips for Celebrating Christmas at the Lake

Families around the world are getting ready for the festive season. If you have a lake house, it could serve as a wonderful Christmas retreat for you, your friends, and your dear ones. No matter if your family observes Christmas, Hanukkah, or another holiday, here are some suggestions to assist you in preparing for an enjoyable and laid-back holiday at your lake home. Getting Started Getting ready for overnight guests for the holidays?  Whether snuggling by the fireplace or organizing sleeping spaces, hosting visitors at a lakeside retreat involves special details. Considerate planning and attention to detail, such as providing…
Holidays, Lifestyle, Product Reviews
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Lake-Inspired Gift Ideas Found on Etsy

If you’re looking for unique and thoughtful gifts that capture the beauty and serenity of lake life, Etsy is a treasure trove of lake-inspired finds. From handcrafted home décor to personalized accessories, there’s something for everyone who cherishes time spent by the water. Whether you’re shopping for a lake lover, a cabin owner, or someone who simply enjoys nature, these Etsy gift ideas will bring the peaceful, refreshing spirit of the lake right into their home. Let’s dive into some of the best lake-inspired gifts available! Custom Lake Map A custom lake map is not only a personalized gift but…
Holidays, Home Interiors & Decor, Lifestyle
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Hosting Thanksgiving at Your Lake House

When thinking about your ideal Thanksgiving holiday, what do you imagine? Maybe it’s a massive turkey roasting in the oven, a table crowded with friends and family, or a group huddled around the TV watching the parade. Perhaps it’s crunching leaves outdoors, starting the morning with a Turkey Trot, or playing football in the backyard. Whatever comes to mind, this holiday certainly evokes a sense of warmth and gratitude.  At Lake Homes, we believe that there’s no better setting for these cozy, Fall feelings than your own lake house. As your own scenic getaway retreat, a lake house is the…
CEO Insights, For Sellers, Real Estate
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Whiteboard Topics: Pricing Your Lake Home To Maximize Suffering

Are you in the process of selling your lake home? If so, one thing you want to avoid is the stress and suffering that can follow by not taking proper steps for a smooth process. Two main reasons lake homes typically don’t sell are lack of exposure and price. Lake Homes Realty CEO Glenn Phillips explains how to maximize this suffering; that way, you can hopefully avoid these mistakes when pricing your home! After Exposure, Price Fixes Everything – This refers to the price at which the house is sold.  Overprice: If you think of pricing the house because of…
Holidays, Lifestyle, Recipes
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Thanksgiving Slow Cooker Recipes

Here are slow cooker recipes that are sure to please this Thanksgiving: Thanksgiving is an expression of gratitude. It is a holiday that fills the house with friends and family. Thanksgiving has plenty of traditional foods that you can find on most tables that day. However, that often means you have a few family members who spend half the day in the kitchen and miss out on family activities. These slow cooker recipes are perfect for making a delicious meal while being more flexible on the big day. Mac-N-Cheese Mac-N-Cheese is a quintessential side dish, especially in the South. It…
Health and Wellness, Home Improvement, Lifestyle
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Easy Access: Barrier-Free Lake Living

One of the great joys of lake home living is strolling with friends and family to the water’s edge, gazing out at the waves from the side of a pier, and wrapping up the day by watching the sunset. It is a time of bonding and relaxation—special moments that entice many people to purchase a lake home in the first place. Unfortunately, such leisurely recreation is often difficult for the elderly or those with disabilities. It is challenging enough just to navigate the uneven ground between a house and the lake when using a wheelchair or walker. But piers can…
CEO Insights, For Sellers, Real Estate
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Whiteboard Topics: Don’t “Price In” Memories When Selling A Lake Home

Living life at the lake provides fun, laughter, memories, and more! Even when it comes time to sell, memories will be made in the process. Glenn Phillips, CEO of Lake Homes Realty, goes into detail on why you shouldn’t price in those memories when selling. “Gateway to Memories”: People buying these lake homes can already picture their own memories that they will be making at the house. Buying a lake home doesn’t come from the need of simply having shelter. It comes from the desire to have these amazing experiences that come along with it. Whose Memories?: You, as the…
Holidays, Lake Trivia, Lifestyle, Travel
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Spooky Lake Names Found on LakeHomes.com

“What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell just as sweet.” As suggested in this line from his famous play, Romeo and Juliet, William Shakespeare argues that a name is a convention used to distinguish people or objects that would otherwise have no other meaning or worth. This holds true for what you are about to discover with some of the names given to the lakes found here on LakeHomes.com. As we inch closer to Halloween, we’ve compiled a list of lakes with spooky names that will give you goosebumps and have…

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