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3 Must See Ideas for Lake Themed Decorating

Decorating your lake house can be easy, especially if you are a do-it-yourself type of person. These ideas are extremely easy to replicate. Most hardware stores will have the supplies you need for a really low cost, or you may even have some of the supplies on-hand, already stored in a garage or basement. Either way, you will love these lake themed decorating ideas! Indoor Wall Coat Hanger This is a beautiful themed piece that serves a purpose. You will need boat cleats and a long board or retired wakeboard. Stain the board any color you would like and then…
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Why It’s Great Living on a Lake With Boating Restrictions

Although there are many people who enjoy the active lake scene, there are others who enjoy a lake that is peaceful. There are benefits to living on a lake with boating restrictions. You definitely should not let boating restrictions make you turn away from a beautiful home on a relaxing lake. Lower Noise Levels Different lakes have different restrictions. Just because the lake has a restriction, does not mean that boats are not allowed to be on the lake. It may mean that the motor cannot go over a certain size. Restrictions help keep the noise to a minimum. It…
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5 Simple Ways to Go Green

There are ways to go “green” to help you save the planet and help you keep money in your pocket. This is especially important when you have more than one home. Following this list will help you in your home and vacation home. 1: Energy Set the thermostat three degrees lower in the winter months and three degrees higher in the summer months. It will save you on cooling and heating costs. Once the older bulbs burn out, install LED bulbs. Wash your laundry in cold water. This will save you 85% of the energy burned when doing laundry. Upgrade…
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5 Qualities to Look for When Choosing a Real Estate Agent

This article was updated on August 15, 2019. When you choose to sell your home, you will need to pick the best real estate agent available so that your house does not sit on the market for longer than it should. Choosing a real estate agent can be difficult, but these are five qualities you should look for in a real estate agent. 1. Expertise Selling lake homes is very different from selling off-lake properties. Make sure the agent you choose to work with is a lake expert who knows the lake, shoreline restrictions, water levels, and nearby attractions. 2.…
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4 Things You Must Do When Looking at Lakefront Property

Finding a home on the lake is an exciting time; so exciting that one may forget to check a few important aspects out before signing the paperwork. This list will help you remember the main focuses on purchasing your new lake home other than what you plan to do once it is purchased. Do not be blind-sided by the beauty. Make sure you are aware of the requirements and what to expect with the home. Lakefront property is very different from a normal real estate transaction, keep the following in mind: Number 1: Find an agent that is a waterfront…
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Turn Your Lake Home Into a Smart Home

Recently, as technology is developing rapidly and making our lives easier, it is being spread to all areas of our life. One such area that has become a trend for technology advancements is the home. Here are some ways to turn your lake home into a smart home: Entry Security New gadgets for your home access makes it easier than ever to gain entry to your home. These new smart locks can have different ways to verify your identity, from a door lock that reads and recognizes finger prints to ones that grant access using bluetooth on your smartphone. Cooling and heating  House cooling and heating accounts…
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How to Accent Lake Views Using Indoor Design

If you own a home with a beautiful view of the lake, then decorating your home to match the area is a great way to add to the ambiance. There are different themes you can use to offer a beautiful scene for your lakeside home. These room themes can help accent your lake views using indoor design! With each theme you choose, there are certain items that can be purchased. Wall Décor Trinkets Throw Pillows Quilt Rugs Picture Frames Furniture Color Fishing Theme If you are an avid fisher, then this theme is perfect. From fishing theme throws and pillows,…
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Benefits of a Mudroom in a Lake Home

When you are planning to construct a lake home or renovate it, consider adding a mudroom into it. Mudroom is usually placed in the garage, back door, or external location to the house. This room is used as an area where boots, umbrellas, outdoor toys, and many more things are stored. It is recommended that mudroom is made of wood or ceramic tile flooring for easy clean up. When living on a lake, mudroom becomes especially necessary and useful room. There are several reasons pertaining to implementing a mudroom in your lake house. We will discuss some of them below. Keep…
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Housing Basics: What is Escrow?

Many people have heard of escrow, but do not know what it is. The reason for that is quite simple actually; it has several different meanings in estate transactions (i.e., buy/sell houses). Escrow is something of high value such as a check, document, or precious artifact that is/are given to an impartial third party to keep until the conditions specified in the transaction are met. Whenever the conditions are done, and everybody is paid, the escrow will close. The valued item will be returned to the person who owned it initially. Examples of Escrow: When someone makes an offer on…

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