Real Estate Lake of the Ozarks

One of Lake of the Ozarks largest winter events is almost here! Since 1999 Ameren Missouri has held Lake of the Ozarks Eagle Days where thousands gather to watch live eagles from the World Bird Sanctuary with a naturalist on hand to answer questions. Eagle Days will be held on Saturday, January 5th and Sunday, January 6th, 2019 . This event is completely free to the public and will begin at 9 am on Saturday at various venues at the Lake of the Ozarks. Today, Lake of the Ozarks best real estate agents have all of the details for the event lineup for Eagle Days!  Photo Credit: Funlake.com  2019 Eagle Days Schedule School of the Osage Heritage Elementary • Coloring & Photo Contest • Face Painting • Ameren Missouri • Jim Rathert Photography & Mugs • MO Dept. of Conservation • Master Naturalist, Lake of the Ozarks Chapter • MO State Parks • Adair's Animal Nuisance Trapping • MO State Highway Patrol/Water Patrol • Lake Area Camera Club • Dickerson...

Buying real estate is no small feat and can be overwhelming at times. When you announce that you plan to buy real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks , it seems like everyone, good or bad, is there to give you advice. It doesn't matter if it's your first real estate transaction or your fifth, circumstances change over time and it's often hard to determine what's true and what's false -especially when everyone is sharing their opinions with you. That's why today, your favorite team of  real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks  would like to break down a few common facts and misconceptions about buying real estate. Misconception #1  Buying A House Should Be A Purely Intellectual Process. Setting the Record Straight  Reasoning Through Things Is Important, But You Should Not Discount Your Emotions. Choosing which home you wish to purchase is a big decision. It's a major financial investment, for one thing, and moving to a new home can be a lot of w...

The kitchen is the heart of your home and if you are thinking about listing your home at the Lake of the Ozarks soon, you may want to consider doing a few updates before putting it on the market. The kitchen is one of the most scrutinized rooms of your home when potential buyers are looking for their next home. That's why it may be beneficial to complete a few updates. If you're not sure where to start, the Fran Campbell Team has a few tips to help you design a kitchen that will sell your home! 1) Bring your Cabinets All the Way to the Ceiling Cabinets collect dust and typically have accessories that are unnecessary. More Cabinets will give you more storage and will eliminate unused dusty areas. Plus the look of floor to ceiling cabinets can be absolutely stunning! 2) Invest in Quality Cabinets  This is NOT the place to cut corners. The drawers and doors of your cabinets will be opened and closed multiple times daily. Be sure to get solid hardwoods, quality fini...

If you are getting ready to buy a home at the Lake of the Ozarks you are probably getting excited about living in a new place to call home. One thing you are probably not so excited about is the dreaded moving day. Moving all of your belongings is quite a job but there are several things you can do to make it a little easier. Our team of real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks  have four tips to consider for your next big move! #1 List EVERYTHING Keep a list of everything you put into any given box. Once it's full and the box has been labeled, mark which label your new list corresponds to (using letters or numbers work well) and file it away for safekeeping. This way, you'll be able to remember where you put your silverware without having to dig through every single box! #2 Label EVERYTHING Even the things you don't think you will need to. Don't seal any boxes, bags, or crates without first labeling their contents. Some people even opt to color coordina...

As soon as you decide to sell your home at the Lake of the Ozarks it's time to get your home in tip-top shape so when potential buyers tour your home they are ready to close the deal. There is just something about a well-manicured home that appeals to buyers. Not sure where to start to get your home model ready? Here are 4 tips to get your home looking it's very best so it's ready to be put on the market! Fresh Look and Smell  A home that does not feel fresh or smell clean will turn your potential buyer off immediately. You do not want your buyer's first impression to be a foul odor because it is, there is a good chance your home has just been marked off their list. Buyers sense of smell is directly tied to the "emotion" they feel towards the home and can determine whether they feel the home is clean, cozy and warm. You want to make sure to clean your floors and carpets, touch up or repaint walls if necessary, and make sure your appliances are clean. B...

Many people assume that buying or selling real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks during the holidays is next to impossible. While Spring and Summer is certainly a more popular time for real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks , if you are ready to buy or sell a home, you don't have to wait until Spring to start shopping or listing your home. The Fran Campbell Team has actually had large success selling homes during the holidays. Here are a few great reasons you should consider buying or listing your home even though it's the holiday season. Buyers Never Stop Looking You may have been told that the real estate market comes to a standstill during the holidays or in the winter, but we're here to tell you, that's not the case. The Lake of the Ozarks real estate market thrives year-round, and that does include the holiday season. Serious buyers never stop looking, and a serious seller will keep their home or property on the market all year long. The holidays bring out t...

It's no secret that the Lake of the Ozarks is a hot spot for 2nd home living in Missouri . People from all over Missouri, surrounding states, and the mid-west have invested in vacation property at the Lake of the Ozarks . With all of the existing vacation homes, have you ever wondered why so many people choose to purchase a vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks ? Our team of real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks has put together a few reasons buying a vacation home may be a great fit for you and your family. You Can Rent Out The Property For Extra Income If you aren't planning to visit the Lake as much yourself, you don't have to let your home sit empty. By renting out your property weekend visitors, you can earn a little extra income and enjoy knowing that you've played a part in helping someone else make great memories. If you don't plan to visit your second home for an extended amount of time, you can also consider long-term lease options as we...