Ideas and information about living your best life Up North
If you’re a new owner on a lake, you might find it difficult to meet and get to know other owners. Or maybe you’ve owned property on your lake for years and find that you know very few people. I’d like to share some ideas about why it’s a good idea to have a positive …
Do all of your friends have cabins? Are you tired of hearing about how much fun they’re having at the cabin? “We’re headed to the cabin this weekend.” “We can work from anywhere, so we’re going to spend the next month at the cabin.” “We just had the best time at the cabin.” And on …
So…you’ve decided the time has come to find the perfect cabin! Before you jump in with both feet, let’s start at the beginning with some ideas how to find the right location for you. Northwestern Wisconsin is full of year around recreational opportunities, centered around the water and the woods. There are hundreds of lakes, …
Anyone who knows the Minerva Chain of Lakes, knows about the famous sand bar on the lake where everyone goes to unwind, meet up with friends and have fun. Now there’s another bar on the lake where you can do just that, and you don’t have to get wet! Archie and Arthur’s Icehouse is reviving …
The act of “dining out” has become a thing of the past for many people these days. Most people I’ve asked haven’t eaten in a restaurant since March. The statistics showing jobs lost in the food and beverage industry reflect that: one in four jobs lost has been in that sector, according to an article …
There’s a new energy brewing in Frederic, WI. The town already has its perennial favorites like the Frederic Bakery, Daeffler’s Meats and the Ace Hardware Store. It also has a nice St. Croix Regional Medical clinic. But there are some new and cool things happening with businesses there that create a reason for you to …
We walked out of the office at the end of the day yesterday and commented at how light it looked outside. It doesn’t seem possible, but the days are getting noticeably longer! Hoorah! It’s a change that’s extremely exciting. Longer days and more daylight are uplifting and more productive. It’s no wonder that “lightness” has …
After almost 25 years of working as a professional real estate agent in Northern Wisconsin, I can testify to the fact that buyers have reservations when it comes to buying a waterfront property with elevation. I’m not talking about a slope here. That’s something you can roll down if you trip on your flip flops. …
A great garage can make or break the functionality of a property. It isn’t the core focus for some buyers. But for others, having a great garage is a “must have”. They know they need storage for the typical items used to enjoy life in the Northwoods. UTV Lawn Mower Boats and Kayaks Log Splitter …
We have another story to share in our “Are We There Yet?” series, where we get to know people who’ve chosen to move Up North. Michigan natives, John and Evalee Miller found work in Minneapolis after college and lived in a variety of environments over the course of their lives, including a 25-year stint in …
