Real Estate Lake of the Ozarks

Like any major industry, real estate has a vocabulary all its own. If you are unfamiliar with many of the common terms, it may be hard for you to keep up with the real estate jargon tossed around by your Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent  and other professionals. We have a great deal of experience working with both buyers and sellers who are either new to the market or who haven't bought/sold in many years, and we are sympathetic to the challenges they may experience. That's why we're dedicating this week's blog to defining some of the common real estate terms, acronyms, and abbreviations. Keep this as a reference guide for the next time you plan to buy or sell a house at the Lake of the Ozarks . Common Real Estate Acronyms:  2B/2B: Two Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms (exact numbers vary) ARM: Adjustable Rate Mortgage CMA: Comparative Market Analysis COO (or C of O): Certificate of Occupancy DTI: Debt to Income Ratio FHA: Federal Housing Administration FRM: ...

If there is one thing Lake residents are incredibly proud of (besides our beautiful lake, of course) it's the monumental generosity of community. Both full- and part-time residents continually go out of their way to help those in need in any way they can. This weekend, one such opportunity is coming. Fran Campbell Team is here to fill you in on all the details! Photo Source:  ClownGolf.com Clown Golf  Classic  Tournament - An Overview The 32nd Annual Clown Golf Classic Tournament is a fun-filled golf tournament that raises money for Lake of the Ozarks chapter of The Dream Factory. The Dream Factory is an all-volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to making dreams come true for children who are chronically and/or critically ill. These illnesses do not have to be life-threatening (although they can be); the goal is simply to improve the quality of life who have experienced (or may still be experiencing) the immense challenges that come from chronic illness, cr...

Your Lake Story Starts HERE! This custom-built, one-in-a-million property is the perfect definition of a luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks . With one phenomenal feature after another, you will truly have to see this home to believe it. The property boasts five luxurious bedrooms (all en suite), multiple decks, massive private dock, and so much more. You're going fall in love with this home as soon as you set eyes on it! 1064 Brookhaven Lane ~ Villages, MO 65079 Opulence and luxury practically pour out of every square inch of this incredible property. Positioned in a deep water cove with phenomenal main channel views, this waterfront mansion offers a beautiful overlook on one of our area's best features. The list of this property's outstanding attributes goes on and on... Wet Bar Gourmet Kitchen Covered Deck Covered Patio Screened Porch Surround Sound System Wiring (Inside & Outside) Lush Landscaping Dramatic Lighting 3-Car Garage 2 Master Bedroo...

We talk frequently about the importance of using landscaping to improve your curb appeal, but did you know that landscaping can increase your home's value as well? Interior upgrades definitely have their time and place, but exterior upgrades can work wonders for your property value.  Fran Campbell Team is here to help you improve your home's worth with these simple strategies. 6 Landscaping Strategies To Boost Your Home's Value 1. Plant Trees Trees go a long way towards increasing the overall aesthetics of a property and, in turn, its value. Trees keep homes cool in the summer by providing shade, and they help keep them warm in the winter by serving as a wind barrier. Mature trees offer the best value, but every tree has to start small. It may take a while before you can fully reap the benefits, but that shouldn't stop you from planting a few trees today! 2. Plant Perennials Perennials, unlike annuals, come back year after year. In addition to looking great ...

There is always a lot going on at the Lake, and residents are always looking for ways to help out those in need. Fran Campbell Team is proud to be part of such a generous community, and we encourage our team members to give back to the community in any way they can. Tammy Rosenthal, one of our outstanding Lake of the Ozarks real estate agents , is a member of Professional Business Women - Heart of the Ozarks. This weekend, they're hosting their annual fundraiser: QuarterMania. If you are looking for a fun way to give back, you'll have to check out this great event! QuarterMania Date: Sunday, April 3rd, 2016 Time: Doors open at 1:00 PM, Auction starts at 2:00 PM Location: Inn at Grand Glaize Ticket Price: $15 in advance, $20 at the door This "auction" fundraiser redefines everything you thought you knew about auctions. Participants drop quarters into a passing buckets for a chance to win each item as it is brought up to the auction block, and then numbers...

It doesn't matter whether it's a full-time residence or a vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks - your lake house will probably be your favorite house you ever own. Lake homes offer several great advantages that can't be found in any other type of property. Keep reading to see what we mean! Photo Credit: FunLake.com 1. There Is Always Something Fun To Do With private lake access, you'll never sit at home wondering how you should occupy yourself ever again. As the owner of your own lake home, you'll constantly have the water at your disposal. Boating, tubing, swimming, fishing, water skiing, wakeboarding, riding the jet ski, canoeing, kayaking... Countless fun activities are always mere seconds away. 2. You Will Never Have To Go To Someone Else's House As the owner of a lake house, you'll hardly ever have to pick up and drive to another friend or family member's home - because YOUR HOUSE will be where the party is! Everyone you know will be a...

As you prepare to buy a house at the Lake of the Ozarks , you have a lot of important decisions to make. How many bedrooms/bathrooms do you need? What are your requirements for yard space? Do you want an inland or a waterfront home? Where do you want your home to be located? The list goes on and on. The number of levels you want your home to have is another important thing to consider. Multi-level and single-level homes each have unique advantages, and it's up to you to determine which will best meet your lifestyles. Here are a few things to consider as you make this decision. Lot Size Because they have to fit all of their square footage into one level, single-level homes are typically much more sprawling than their multi-level counterparts. As a result, more of the lot space is typically taken up with the house itself, leaving less leftover for yard. If expansive yard space is a priority for you, this will be something important for you to keep in mind. Stairs If you...