Purchasing a lakefront Home

    Before purchasing or building a new Pocono lakefront home, there are a number of questions to ask yourself...

• First of all, what type of lake are you interested in?  Must it be a motorboat lake or a quiet non-motorboat lake?  Lakefront homes on motorboat lakes are usually more expensive and the lakes are generally larger in size.  If peace and quiet is what you need, a quiet non-motorboat lake is probably best for you.

• Secondly, how do you determine the value of a lakefront property?  Lakefront homes on steep properties may have more dramatic views and vistas, but level lakefront homes are in greater demand, thus higher prices.

• Level lakefront properties are more desirable for families with children and generally level properties have a safer and more visible shoreline for viewing and supervising young children.  There is nothing more important than this issue for families with children.

• The elderly also prefer level lakefront properties.  Walking up and down steps can be tiring.

• Whenever possible, select a property close to shopping, convenient to schools and with easy access.  Choose a home or property with good drainage.

• When making a purchase as important as this, always choose a qualified REALTOR to help you.  A REALTOR knows where the best lakefront properties are located, knows all the communities, the schools, where to get the best financing and so much more.