Russell Ravary Helps Homebuyers Find Their Dream Lakefront Homes in Oakland County

Michigan: Russell Ravary recently discussed the lakes in Oakland County MI and shared some insights about choosing a lake home in the area. For two decades, the seasoned Realtor® has been helping homebuyers save time and money when looking for Oakland County MI lakefront homes by helping them find the best location for their properties.

In his recent blog, Russell Ravary shared that choosing a location for one’s next lakefront home depends on why a homebuyer wants to live on a lake. According to him, every person has a different idea of what lake living is like, so choosing a lake to buy a home will largely depend on one’s interests and needs.

“If you are looking for a lakefront home in Oakland County, you are probably wondering, 'What are the top lakes in Oakland County?' Well that depends on you. I always go back to one of the first questions I ask my lake homebuyers. ‘What is it that you plan to do on the lake?’ This always saves my clients a lot of time when looking at lake homes in SE Michigan,” he said.

According to Russell Ravary, there are questions that homebuyers need to consider before starting their search of Metro Detroit lake homes. This is because the size of the lake they want to live on, as well as its location and other features will heavily depend on their lifestyle. There are lakes that are perfect for people who love active water sports like surfing, wakeboarding, skiing and tubing, while there are lakes that are perfect for people who are happy just kayaking around.

Russell Ravary shared in his blog some of the common questions he asks homebuyers in the area, including “How big of a lake do you want to live on”, and “Do you absolutely have to have a private lake or is a public lake ok”. He also asks the type of waterfront bottom that potential homebuyers want to have, as there are buyers who prefer a sandy bottom while there are some who can live with cattails and lily pads out front. He said some homebuyers even consider whether a lake is round or has bays, canals or islands.

Another important consideration when choosing a lake, Russell Ravary said, is the type of boat that is available on a particular lake and how close a lake is to work districts and expressways. There are also lake homebuyers who want small lakes because they are less congested and quieter. “They like the fact that they know the people on the lake. The fishing is sometimes better on smaller, non-sports lakes and many times you can see more wildlife on the quieter lakes,” he said.

Towards the end of his blog, he emphasized the importance of asking questions when looking for a home in the area. “These are all great questions for you to help narrow down your search of a lake home,” he said. “As a Realtor® that has extensive knowledge of lakes in the Metro Detroit area, I can help save you time, gas and really narrow down your search of which lakes fit you and your family’s needs,” he added.

Russell Ravary believes that it takes a good Realtor® to find a lakefront home that is perfect for every homebuyer. For the two decades that he has worked in the area, he has already helped hundreds of lake homebuyers find their dream homes in Oakland County MI. Because of his experience, homebuyers can trust that he can find them the lakefront home that perfectly suits their taste.

One of his clients, Jochen, wrote in his review, “Russ helped us find our lakefront home. He is very knowledgeable and always has your best interest in mind. We looked for almost 1 year viewing over 40 homes. Russ never pressured us or tried to ‘sell’ us a home, he is a very patient real estate agent.” Another client, Bill also wrote, “Russ was extremely knowledgeable in helping us find a home on the lake. He knew all the areas and had good information on the lakes we visited. He went above and beyond just sending us the current listings. He also found us listings and previewed the homes to see if they fit our criteria. He spent many hours with us and we found the perfect home because of his attention to detail. We highly recommend him to our friends and family.”

Those who are looking for a home in Oakland County MI or anywhere in Michigan are encouraged to contact Russell Ravary at 248-310-6239 or visit his website at www.oaklandcountylakefronthomesmi.com.

More About Russell Ravary:

Russell Ravary started his real estate career in 2001. Before entering the business, he owned a landscaping company and worked in the construction business, where he learned the basics of home building. He also spent 4 years in the U.S. Army with the 82nd Airborne and the Special Forces School at Ft. Bragg. Today, he is included in Zillow’s Best Real Estate Agents List.