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3 Reasons You Have to Visit the Lake This Fall

Fall is here, and with its arrival, many people end their great summer vacations, get back to school, and get ready to enjoy hot cider, pumpkins, and fall leaves at home. But wait! Just because fall is here doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a nice getaway. In fact, there are many points in favor of taking a getaway to the lake in the fall rather than the summer. After all, who wants to fight traffic, crowded boat landings and lakes full of cruisers, skiers and anglers? Kids can get grumpy in the summer heat and parents, exhausted. And don’t forget the…
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Tank vs. Tankless Water Heaters

A traditional water heater, or a tank water heater, preheats about 30-50 gallons of water at a time. As all the warm water is used, it begins to refill again. Tankless water heaters use a gas or electric heat source to warm up the water on-demand, making it much more convenient as you won’t have to wait for water to heat up again once the water heater has emptied. But what are the actual pros and cons of using a tankless water heater vs. a traditional one? Here is a short comparison of the two: Traditional (tank water heater) Pros Installation costs are…
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Fall Lawn Care – Prepare Your Yard for Spring

Autumn is just around the corner, and while you may not know it, now is the absolute best time to take care of your lawn and prepare it for the following spring. Before getting settled into a routine of watching football all weekend, get outside and consider the following fall lawn care tips. Remember, give your yard some attention now and you (and the yard) will be happy come springtime. Fire up the mower and drop the blade. Many people tend to slack a bit on mowing once fall rolls around, but mowing is not just for short-term cosmetic purposes. Its also…
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The Joys of SEC Football and Lake Life

With less than one week ’til the kickoff of college football, it’s time to take a look at two common passions in the South: SEC football and lake life. With regional temperatures generally staying warm well into the fall, and many lakes in close proximity to college campuses, it makes for a natural fit! Whether you are having family and friends over to party and tailgate at the lake home, or attending the game and returning to the lake home as your out-of-town getaway, the lake will definitely enhance your experience. University of Alabama – Lake Tuscaloosa Located only 20…
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Lake Keowee – Scuba Diving the “Hot Hole”

Lake Keowee and the Oconee Nuclear Station are located near Clemson, South Carolina. The water from this body of water is used to cool the nuclear station. The warmed water is then released, at high speed, back into Lake Keowee, thus lending itself to the nickname “The Hot Hole”. Why Dive The Hot Hole? One of the draws to the area is that visitors can dive the waters year-round, no matter the season. The warmed water from the plant comes back into the lake at about 75-80 degrees. Typically, undisturbed lake water has a temperature of about 68 degrees. The…
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Tips for Maintaining a Green and Healthy Lawn in the Summer

The summer months offer warm days and outdoor activities that keep everyone outside for hours at a time. There are some that will spend these months trying to maintain a healthy lawn. Some will find it a bit hard to keep their grass healthy and green. Here are some tips that you can use to ensure that your lawn remains as beautiful as it appeared when spring hit. Mowing Your Lawn A healthy yard does not mean that it has to be cut short. When you cut your lawn, the blades will need to be set a bit higher. The length…
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Summer Wreath Ideas for Your Lake Home

It’s summer time and it marks the time for vibrant and beautiful colors. During winter months there are many homes that have decorative wreaths on the door; however, just because it is summer does not mean you cannot use wreaths for an extra appeal. Here is a full list of many summer wreath ideas to help beautify your home. Items that you may need include: Tissue Paper Fake Flowers Glue Gun Wreath Form Stickpins Wreath Hanger Other items corresponding to the theme. Patriotic Wreaths Patriotic wreaths are an amazing theme for a summer wreath. A star spangled wreath, crochet wreath,…
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Part 1: Pros of Renting Out Your Lake Home

There is no better place to take your family during the summer months than to enjoy it at a lake house. You will have no problems renting out your lake home for winter either. Along with renting out your lake home, you will be taking on a lot of different benefits. Here is a list of amazing pros of renting out your lake home. Extra Income When renting out your home, you will make extra income you did not have before. This can help cover the house payment, as well as other bills. If you are making payments on the mortgage of…
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4 Tips for Finding Renters for Your Lake Home

If you have thought about renting your lake home out, then you have had a wonderful idea. It will help balance the cost of having more than one home. These tips will help you in finding renters for your home to maximize occupancy rates and increase cash flow. 1. Pricing the Rental Property The very first step in rental success is to determine what price you will be charging per month. It is important to check the pricing of the rental properties around your home. These comparisons will help you decide on what to charge monthly for your property. 2. Amazing…

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