As the days get shorter and the leaves start to change color, many people begin to think about cozying up indoors for the winter. But for those who are looking for a luxury home on one of Alabama’s beautiful lakes, fall is the perfect time to buy! Here’s why: Prices are Negotiable As the summer […]
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Scott Freerksen "The Lake Guy" created LakefrontLiving.com in 2003. Scott is a Real Estate Broker & Realtor® that personally understands the emotional connection that comes with owning lakefront property. This genuine passion is why he continually strives to bring Buyers and Sellers of lakefront property together. With a keen eye for detail and an intimate knowledge of each lake he covers, he helps his clients make the most of their lakefront home purchase. "Owning lakefront property is an experience that will change the way you live - it becomes a retreat to escape the hassles of daily living. The wildlife, recreation, and vacation feel of waterfront living will forever be a part of you."
Why Alabama Lakefront Homes are Always a Good Bet!
It’s no secret that Alabama is home to more navigable water than any state in the Union, but what is a secret are the myriad of factors that make Alabama a great lakefront property investment! Let’s dive right in. Our natural resources in Alabama in the way of rivers and lakes give lakefront buyers a […]
Why Alabama Lake Neely Henry Should be on Your Radar!
The vast majority of Alabama lakefront buyers are from out of state – primarily from Georgia and Tennessee. Several factors lend to this truth, but the main reasons are Alabama’s incredibly low property taxes in comparison to those states, and our abundance of un-crowded lakes. For Georgia buyers living in and around Atlanta, lakes Lanier […]
Where to Watch Fireworks on Alabama’s Lakes: 2022
It’s that magical time of year on Alabama’s lakes where we gather with friends and family, eat too much, get too sunburned, and blow stuff up! It’s Independence Day! Looking for a place to watch the fireworks? I got you! Smith Lake Lot’s going on at Alabama’s most pristine lake. On Saturday, July 2nd, cruise […]
Cruising Alabama’s Lakes – Memorial Day 2022
For many Alabama lakefront owners and the boating community, Memorial Day is the unofficial kickoff of lakefront summer. In some Alabama lakes droves of people will pile into boats and hit the favorite swimming holes, lakeside restaurants and festivals to soak up the sunshine. I’ve done the heavy lifting for you and compiled a list […]
How to Stay Safe on Alabama’s Lakes
Alabama is home to more navigable waterways than any state in the Union. Thousands of acres of water make up Alabama’s lakes, and for boaters new to lake life there are a few things to remember. We’ll hit the highlights, but make sure to check the link below to keep up to date on lake […]
Where to Eat on Alabama’s Lakes! – Part 3
Summer is knocking at my door like the police with a warrant coming to drag this fatty into a three-month outdoor real estate sentence. Gone are blue jeans. It’s flip flops and fishing shirts from here on out, and if I roll up to the showing with a yeti in my hand mind your business […]
How to Plan the Perfect Alabama Road Trip!
It’s almost that time of year when naive dads all over Alabama dream of the perfect family road trip. We set up the route with care, we use our hard-earned Tetris skills to maximize every square inch of cargo space. We plan for every possible contingency. Will the route have unusual traffic? Will the kids […]
Why Airbnb May be Your Key to Lakefront Living in Alabama!
While Airbnb is not anything new to the vast majority of our readers (this agent uses them almost exclusively for visiting Alabama’s lakes) it may be an option you haven’t given a lot of thought to when it comes to your dream home on the water. Let’s dive in to why you should change your […]
Alabama Lake Events Series: Cruising the Lake
This week we’re doing the heavy lifting to bring you fun and entertainment around Alabama’s lakes. We’ve scoured chamber of commerce and social media calendars all across Alabama’s lakes for what’s happening this week. Here’s the nitty gritty details! Weiss Lake On April 9th, the annual Mutts on Main event will be from 10-2pm on […]