Real Estate Lake of the Ozarks

Summer is still in full swing here at Lake of the Ozarks and one of the biggest weekends at the lake is finally here! The 33rd Annual Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the United States, and named as a “must see” boating event. Top powerboat racers from across the country are here and ready to kick off the weekend. There are so many fun things to do at Lake of the Ozarks, and the Fran Campbell team is grateful to be members of such a wonderful community. Today, your favorite real estate agents at Lake of the Ozarks are here to shared everything you need to know about the 33rd Annual Lake of the Ozarks Shootout happening this weekend! Photo Credit: Fun Lake The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is the Lake's largest boating event of the year where you have the opportunity to see speedboats reach speeds over 200 mph along with over 100,000 spectators! The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout will take place on Saturday, August 28th and Sunday, August 29th at Cap...

Buying a home can be intimidating, and the idea of doing both simultaneously can be daunting. You may be wondering how exactly you might plan to buy a home at Lake of the Ozarks and sell your current home simultaneously. Your favorite real estate agents at Lake of the Ozarks have some advice and strategies to help you get through the process!' What Do Your Finances Look Like? There is no clear black and white answer because everyone's situations vary depending on how their finances look. If you have disposable funds for the down payment, then you won't have as much of an issue between selling your home and buying another one. Whereas if you need the cash from selling your home for the down payment. So what's best, buying a home first or selling your home first? Consider these scenarios below. Selling First Low Housing Inventory If you find that the current housing inventory is low, it may be best to sell your home first and temporarily rent until your home sells. Sure...

Whether you have just purchased a new home or condo, or you are getting ready to list your home at Lake of the Ozarks , there are tons of tips for making any room in your home seem more spacious. Even if you have a small living space, with the right furnishings and staging, you can still make it look big. The Fran Campbell Team is here to help you improve the space in your home. This week, we are sharing how you can make your home feel bigger and brighter. 1. Reduce Furniture Sometimes this is easier said than done, but if you can reduce the amount of furniture in a small room, you should. If the room is already small, having non-essential furniture will only make your room look cluttered. Instead of having multiple pieces of furniture such as a love seat and side chair, stick with just a sofa. This will still give you the same amount of seating but will reduce the clutter. 2. Don't Overdo the Art It is extremely easy to overdo the artwork you hang on the wall. Too much artwork ...

Kitchens are the hub of home life and a source of pride. A kitchen is the single most expensive room to remodel in a home and if you are thinking about listing your home at the Lake of the Ozarks , 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 is why it may be beneficial to complete a few updates. It’s easy to get carried away when planning your new kitchen, so if you are 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. Plan, Plan, Plan Planning your kitchen remodel should take more time than the actual construction. If you plan well, the amount of time you are inconvenienced by construction will be minimized. By doing this, you are more likely to stay on budget and less likely to change your mind during construction. 2. Bring your Cabinets All the Way to t...

Buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks is exciting, but can be a crazy ride all the way to closing. After you have successfully purchased your home and had a chance to move all of your stuff in, it's time to kick back and celebrate in your new Lake of the Ozarks home ! A great way to celebrate buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks is by throwing a housewarming party to show off your investment! Not sure how to throw a housewarming party this summer? Get a few tips from the Fran Campbell Team below! Make a Plan and Set a Date Choose your party time and type ahead of time. While most people tend to choose casual drinks and light bites, anything goes. Decide whether your event will be during the daytime or evening. You may want to open your home up for friends to come and go throughout the day or if your circle is a bit smaller, a more elaborate dinner party may better suite you. The size and scope of your party will dictate how early you will need send invites and start preppin...

We are just a couple weeks away from one of the lake's favorite annual events - The Great Bagnell Dam Duck Drop ! Be sure to make plans to come on out and support our wonderful Lake of the Ozarks community at this awesome event that raises money for many fantastic local organizations. Get registered for the 'Quackiest' golf tournament of the year, or bring the family to enjoy the Family Fun Zone . Be sure to purchase your tickets for a chance to win $5000! This is one family-fun charity event you do not want to miss! DUCK DROP SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 9th Annual Duck Drop Golf Tournament The golf tournament is scheduled for Friday, August 6th at the Golf Club at Deer Chase. The 9th Annual Duck Drop Golf Tournament features quacky "twist" with crazy holes & fun obstacles placed around the course to test your game! New This Year – Set of Calloway Golf Clubs + Bag Contest 1:30 PM Shotgun Start Registration and Lunch begins at Noon 4 Person Scramble GET MORE INFORMATI...

Oftentimes, people believe that for many reasons, renting is more affordable than owning a home at the Lake of the Ozarks . They're under the impression that it's a good idea to rent a home for a few years before taking the plunge into buying a home of their own. And for some, this may be what feels like their only option due to financial reasons. But for many, this mindset is simply something that's been conditioned due to lack of information given. The truth is, while there are some benefits to renting for some people, renting comes with a unique set of challenges and downsides. All of which can be avoided by purchasing property outright. Fran Campbell Team is here to help educate you on the perks you could be missing out on when you choose renting versus owning your own home. 1. Renting Comes With Restrictions When you are renting, you are subject to the restrictions placed on you by the property owner. Consequently, renters often find important decisions being mad...