Real Estate Lake of the Ozarks

Buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks for the first time is an exciting accomplishment. Once you get settled in, a fun way to show of your new home is by hosting a house warming party! After you move into a new home, many of your family members and friends are excited for you and ready to see your new home. Throwing a house warming party is a great way to show off your new Lake of the Ozarks home to a large group of people all at one time. Read on to get a few tips for throwing a house warming party from the Fran Campbell Team. Invite, Invite, Invite! If you're looking to show off your new home to family and friends, creating an invite on social media can save you some time. If, however, you're looking to get to know the neighbors, a personal or printed invitation is the best option since your new neighbors are probably not on your friends list yet. Adding a simple personalized message on your invites such as “Hope to see you there!” will increase your chances of a hi...

Summer is in full swing here at the Lake of the Ozarks and one of the most anticipated annual events is almost here - The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout! The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the US, and named on the nation's eight "must-see" boating events to Powerboat Magazine! There are so many fun things to do at the Lake of the Ozarks and the Fran Campbell Team is so happy to be apart of such a great community! Today, your favorite real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks have everything you need to know about the Lake of the Ozarks 31st  Annual Shootout! 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 24th and Sunday, August 25th at Captain Ron's or at the 34.5 MM on water. Spectators are encouraged to watch...

The Lake of the Ozarks is a popular location to own a second home in Missouri. If you've never been to the Lake of the Ozarks, you may not know about all the great outdoor attractions and activities in the Lake Area that attract so many people to not only vacation here but buy a home at the Lake of the Ozarks ! Read on to learn about a few of the fun outdoor attractions at the Lake of the Ozarks! State Parks With incredible scenery and spectacular views all their own, our local state parks offer a unique opportunity to experience the Lake of the Ozarks natural beauty as it was intended to be - untouched by tourism, industrialism, or commercialism. There are two state parks in our area: Lake of the Ozarks State Park and Ha Ha Tonka State Park. Collectively, they offer countless outdoor attractions including hiking, kayaking, picnicking, camping, horseback riding, and more. Golf Courses Our spectacular golf courses are some of the most well-known outdoor attractions we hav...

Let's face it, decorating your home at the Lake of the Ozarks can be time-consuming and often a lot of work! This is especially true if change out your home decor throughout the season. The Fran Campbell Team is committed to making your life easier from selling your Lake of the Ozarks , helping you buy a home at the Lake of the Ozarks , and homeowners advice! Today, we would like to help you make decorating your home a little easier with some tips for home decor that will look fantastic all year!  Neutral Colors Using neutral color schemes in your home decor strategy can be a great way to tie together the whole feel of your home while going great with any color of furnishing you choose. Paint the walls a shade of tan or gray and put colorful furniture throughout the room. As long as your colors complement each other, they don't have to match! Timeless Photography Photographs are truly timeless home decor pieces; it doesn't even really matter what the photograph i...

Whether you are a new homeowner, you've had your home for years, or you plan to buy a home at the Lake of the Ozarks this fall, once the fall season comes around it's time to complete some seasonal maintenance. In addition to helping you find your Lake of the Ozarks real estate , Fran Campbell Team also wants to help you keep your home in tip-top shape! Consider completing these maintenance projects this fall! Reverse Your Ceiling Fan By remembering to reverse your ceiling fan, you can redistribute the warm air from the ceiling back down to your living space. Cover Your Air Conditioners Vacuuming out the internal parts of your air conditioners and then covering them with an appropriate cover can help your unit last longer and protect it from the elements. If you have a window unit, you can take them out or cover them up according to their instructions. Clean Yard Equipment You will most likely not need your lawnmowers and leaf blowers once you get the landscape cl...

Buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks is a big step, especially if it's your first time. If you have conducted any research at all, including reading articles and what family and friends have told you, you have probably received a lot of advice for buying a home. Even if it isn't your first time, as soon as you say you are ready to buy a home, you will start hear a lot of advice and often there are some discrepancies in the real estate industry. This week, our team of real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to clear the air and debunk four myths about buying a home. Myth #1  You Should Never Buy The First House You Tour If you've ever been shopping for homes at the Lake of the Ozarks , you probably had at least one person tell you that you should not buy the first house you see. However, we have worked with several buyers who chose to purchase the first house they ever toured and couldn't be happier. The key is to never purchase a house without...

Even if you are not a first time home buyer, determining how much you should offer on the real estate you are interested in can be tricky. The average person isn't purchasing and making real estate deals every day and most of us are accustomed to buying products with a set price that is not negotiable. When it comes to making an offer on real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks there is typically a negotiable price, although this will depend on many circumstances that are ultimately up to the seller. Consider these things when you are ready to make an offer on your dream home at the Lake of the Ozarks . The Negotiation Process When you find the home you want to buy, your first step is to submit an offer. Among other things, your offer should include: Suggested sale price Any furniture or miscellaneous items you want to be included in the sale Suggested closing date Any repairs that must be made before the closing date How much time the sellers have to respond to your off...

There's nothing quite like watching a spectacular firework display at the Lake. Weekend visitors and homeowners at the Lake of the Ozarks alike will make their way out to the various resorts this weekend to take in the incredible displays. Fran Campbell Team is here to provide you with all the insider info on the firework shows this weekend - don't miss out! Bear Bottom Resort Labor Day Fireworks Date: Saturday, September 1 Time: 9:45 pm Hwy 5 to 123 Bear Bottom Drive in Sunrise Beach View fireworks by land at Bear Bottom Resort or by water at the 38 Mile Marker. Parking is limited; Arrive early. Call for details: 573-374-6905 Celebration Cruises Bagnell Dam Sunset & Fireworks Cruise Date: Saturday, September 1 Time: Boarding 7:30 pm; Departure 8:00 pm; Return 10:00 pm Celebration Bagnell Dam: Next to Bagnell Dam on Bagnell Dam Blvd. in Lake Ozark Call for reservations and details: (573) 480-3212 Celebration Cruises Grand Glaize Fireworks Cruise Da...

Visiting the lake and looking for some fun ideas for celebrating this St. Patrick's Day? Whether you're looking to entertain your family for the day, or looking to have a fun night out with friends, we've got some great suggestions for you to check out. Keep an eye out for your favorite real estate team at the Lake of the Ozarks , you may just see us out and about at some of these upcoming events - We'll be the ones in green! St. Patrick's Celebration Events at the Lake! St. Patrick's Water Parade Sponsored by: Lake West Chamber March 18, 2017 at 8:00am - 4:00pm Captain Ron's Bar & Grill, Sunrise Beach, MO The 26th Annual St. Patrick's Day Water Parade. The parade is a fun day trip on the water and a perfect way to kick off the spring boating season! Decorate your boat and join the fleet or take a cruise on the Tropic Island or Celebration Cruise boats. Optional Breakfast Buffet beginning at 8 am. Boats board at 9:30 am and depart ...