Linda Thach
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[Yahoo Lifestyle] Lake Property for Sale: How To Buy a Waterfront Home
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Imagine waking up to vacation vibes every single day—owning a waterfront property can turn that dream into reality. Whether you’re a retiree seeking tranquility or simply craving your own piece of paradise, lake homes are worth considering. Investors looking to …
[Pricey Pads] Smith Lake Dream Home Asks $2.5 Million in Crane Hill, Alabama
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A luxurious dream home located on Smith Lake in Crane Hill, Alabama, listed at $2.5 million. The property features stunning waterfront views and upscale amenities, offering a glimpse into extravagant lakeside living in an idyllic setting.
[Mecklenburg Times] A “Rich Idiot” Isn’t Coming to Buy Your Lake Home – But a Savvy Buyer Will
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In the 2025 lake real estate market, sellers should abandon the expectation of wealthy buyers overpaying for their properties. Instead, informed and financially prepared buyers are seeking fairly priced homes and are often willing to pay in cash. Sellers who …
[The Journal Record] Survey reveals top vacation home markets in 2025
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A survey conducted recently has pinpointed the leading vacation home markets for 2025, showcasing locations that have become increasingly popular among buyers in search of secondary residences. This trend mirrors larger changes in consumer tastes and economic factors impacting the …
[Birmingham Business Journal] Smith Lake mansion sells for record-breaking, multimillion-dollar price
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An Alabama home on Smith Lake fetched a staggering $43.45 million, shattering the previous record for the priciest property sold in the area. With breathtaking lakefront vistas, exquisite custom details, and top-notch amenities, this luxury estate turned heads among affluent …
[AL.com] Smith Lake home sold for $4.345 million, highest price ever for area
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A Smith Lake home in Alabama was sold for $43.45 million, setting a new record for the highest price ever paid for a property in the region. The luxury estate, known for its expansive lakefront views, custom design, and impressive …
[Bama Buzz] Record-breaking $4.3M home sold at Smith Lake
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In the Pointe Sixteen community on Smith Lake, a prestigious waterfront estate has been sold for $4.345 million, setting a new record as the most expensive home ever sold in the area. Previously, the highest price recorded was $3.6 million. …
[Miami Herald] Why your expired listing could be like ‘picking juicy grapes off a vine’ for a Realtor
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“In fact, many properties are sitting stagnant because they are overpriced, making the market appear far healthier than it really is, says Glenn Phillips of Lake Homes Realty, a multi-state brokerage.”
Homes, Hammers, and Happiness: Lake Home Remodeling and Its Impact on Mental Health
Posted on in Health and Wellness & Home Improvement & Lifestyle & Real Estate

On Lake Homes Lifestyles, we’ve written extensively about the positive effects of lake living on mental health. Researchers agree that living on or near the water promotes the Blue Mind Effect, a meditative state that is characterized by a sense …