[BroadHopper]

The average person who may have inherited a family residence on the lake and couldn't afford the taxes is the more likely scenario. I, for one, had a beautiful piece of property on the southern side of the broads overlooking the lake between Welch and Diamond Island. I may not see the sunrise or sunset but have a commanding view of The Ossipees and Mt Washington.
The family has owned the place since 1892, many memories and reunions. 1998 was the turning point when property tax evaluation, was determined by the state. Basing on appraisal value of the property, hench the 'view' tax, drove many of the average families off the lake. Cute little fishing cottages became huge McMansions. Cabin colonies and tent sites became condominiums.
The lake was never the same.