July 4th Fireworks at Smith Mountain Lake
Independence Day is a holiday hallmark of a Smith Mountain Lake. Residents and guests alike blanket their schedules with barbecues, boat rides, and relaxed walks on the boardwalk in efforts of squeezing out the last drop of Fourth of July fun. And no Independence Day celebration would be complete without a healthy dose of fireworks. […]
Fun Day Trips from Smith Mountain Lake
While tearing yourself away from Smith Mountain Lake seems unimaginable, on occasion you and your family may want to explore the areas that surround SML. One of the draws of living at Smith Mountain Lake is its central location, making travel to and from the area a snap. Smith Mountain Lake spans three counties: Franklin, […]
The Best Places to Visit at Smith Mountain Lake
Memorial Day is the official kickoff of the Smith Mountain Lake summer vacation season, and the area is prepping for warmer weather, barbecues, and long, lazy afternoons on the water. If you’re a longtime SML enthusiast, you probably have a list of must-see SML hot spots that you’re anxious to explore. And if this is […]
Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
Your upstairs neighbor seems to walk in iron shoes. The couple next door loves to argue at 2am. And your landlord refuses to fix your thermostat, keeping your apartment at 60 degrees all winter long. Just as you’re signing your check for next month’s rent, you start asking yourself if you can handle one more […]
New Brews and Tunes Festival Scheduled
The Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Smith Mountain Lake YMCA are co-hosting the first annual Brews and Tunes Festival. This event will feature craft beers and ciders from 20 local breweries and live music from area favorites Goose Gossett and Barefoot West. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 5th from […]
4 Things Burglars Don’t Want You to Know
You’ve invested in an expensive home security system and have tried your best to teach your lovable Labrador to bark at the sign of danger. What else can you do to keep would-be thieves from breaking into your home? Here are 4 tips from professional burglars to help you keep your home as safe as […]
Spring Cleaning Maintenance Guide
We’re fast approaching warmer weather, which means that it’s a good time to make a springtime home maintenance checklist. Read on for three common areas to inspect as winter draws to a close: Roofs and Gutters: Now is a good time to clean out your gutters from all of the debris that may have collected […]
Will Right-Sizing My Home Save Money?
If retirement is in your near future, you may have started analyzing your finances in efforts of finding areas to save. The Bureau of Labor Statistics cites that 49% of Americans in their late 50’s and early 60’s has mortgage or home equity debt, and that housing costs take up one-third of their household income. […]
The Best Year in Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate Since 2008
If you’ve been wondering how the Smith Mountain Lake real estate market weathered 2017, get ready for some good news. Last year was the best year in Smith Mountain Lake real estate since 2008, and we have the data to support it. Here’s the Proof Winter weather hasn’t slowed down the SML real estate market, […]
How Will Home Upgrades Affect My Taxes?
Filing your taxes is probably not an event that any of us particularly look forward to, but knowing that there is a possibility of a tax credit could offer a silver lining. If you’re thinking about making upgrades to your home in hopes of recouping tax dollars, here are a few items to consider: […]
