Under these guidelines, the power company processes the transfer of the dock permit (if applicable) separately from the closing of the real estate itself. Though the dock or boathouse is owned by the property owner, it is technically on property …
Do I need a Property Survey?
When purchasing property with an existing home at Smith Mountain Lake, you may not always need a new property survey. Using an existing survey is often considered sufficient and could save you hundreds of dollars. Examine the existing survey closely, …
Exterior Maintenance of Your Smith Mountain Lake Home
You’ve found your dream home among the beautiful properties built along the 500 miles of shoreline of Smith Mountain Lake. Now you want to keep it looking gorgeous. However, a well-manicured look comes with careful attention to exterior maintenance so you’ll …
Choosing A Buyer’s Agent At Smith Mountain Lake
I hope you now realize that you face complex issues when purchasing waterfront property here at Smith Mountain Lake. Unless you already live on the lake and are intimately familiar with all of these issues, you must locate a buyer’s …
Some Factors To Consider When Selling Your Property
Some Factors To Consider When Selling Your Property Most people who dream of joining the 22,000 residents of the Smith Mountain Lakes have to first sell their current property. There’s plenty to think about and do when preparing to put …
Avoid Real Estate Scams
Common Real Estate Scams That You Need To Avoid Many real estate scams have been around for decades, and they just keep being reinvented to trick new and unsuspecting victims. Back in 2014, it was estimated that real estate fraud …
Hard Water… A Burden On Your Home
Hard Water, A Burden On Your Home Your new waterfront property is great. You picked it at a decent price, it has great resale value, and its long-term value estimates are reassuring. The place has everything you ever wanted, the …
Life Jackets 101
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Building A Home – Should I Add A Basement Or A Garage?
Many lot owners preparing to build at Smith Mountain Lake ask these questions. Some folks come here from areas such as Raleigh, where garages are a must and basements are virtually unheard of, so they assume it is the same …
Building A Home? Have You Considered Modular Homes?
Some newcomers to Smith Mountain Lake are surprised at the large number and variety of modular homes at the lake and around the area. Should you consider building a modular home? Are these just fancy trailers? What are the pros …