Real Estate Lake of the Ozarks

 So, you've just finished buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks . Firstly, congratulations! Now that you've gotten the hard part out of the way, here comes the fun! Hosting a housewarming party at your new residence is a great way to break-in the new home. This gives you an opportunity to show off your fabulous new asset to friends and family in a celebratory and memorable way. In this week's blog, the Fran Campbell Team is giving you a few housewarming essentials to showcase your new home at the Lake of the Ozarks ! Create a Fun Theme! Having a theme in mind when celebrating your home purchase can be an effective way to ease the planning process for some of the housewarming items such as menu and decoration. It also allows guests to narrow down their choices for dress, gifts, food, and other items that are often considered when attending a housewarming party. Make Your Home Enticing You're inviting guests over to celebrate your purchase of a new home, make sure that ...

A home purchase is arguably one of the biggest investments a person will make in their lifetime. When it comes time to sell this major investment, you want to find an agent who has your best interests in mind. The experienced Fran Campbell Team provides personalized service when it comes to selling our client’s homes. Below, our trusted real estate team in Osage Beach, MO has provided some questions a homeowner should ask their seller’s agent before they hire someone. 1. How much is my property worth? Why? This is usually one of the first questions a seller will ask an agent. Homeowners want to know how much they can expect to get out of their property. Don’t forget to ask why or how they came up with the estimated property worth. Receiving information about the current market from an insider can be beneficial for selecting a pricing strategy your home. 2. What amount will I come away with? Another popular question that is important to clarify upfront, is how much money to...

When it comes time to buy a home whether it be your first home, fifth home, or you're investing in a second home at the Lake of the Ozarks, buying a home is a big step both financially and emotionally. It's easy to get caught up in the moment when buying a home but it's important to approach buying a home logistically and not let your emotions get the best of you. It's also important to have a list of questions ready when during the process of looking at homes for sale at the Lake of the Ozarks . Read on to find out what you should be asking before purchasing a home. 1. How Long As The Home Been On The Market? As the buyer, the length of time the home has been for sale is valuable information. If the home has only been listed for a short time, you can infer that your offer will probably need to be very good in order for the seller to consider it. If the home has been listed for several months, however, the seller may be more impatient to sell and could possibly ...

This weekend marks the official kickoff to boating season here at the Lake of the Ozarks for the Annual Spring Harbor Hop! The Spring Harbor hop is the largest harbor hop at the lake and it's a great way to get out on the water for the first time if you haven't already. There will be over 40 locations around the lake participating so you can spend the day "hopping" from dealer location to dealer location collecting cards in hopes for a winning poker hand. Anyone can enter and you don't even need to know how to play poker. The best real estate team at the Lake of the Ozarks has everything you need to know if you plan to participate in the 22nd Annual Spring Harbor Hop this weekend! Photo Credit: Funlake.com How To Play Enter the Harbor Hop by stopping at any of the participating checkpoints.  Obtain your first card by making a $20 donation per hand. A player may enter more than once.  Six additional cards are obtained by “hopping” to other checkpoints d...

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...

We all know why people choose to visit the Lake of the Ozarks for the summer year after year, but what drives those who stay to dig their roots here? If you haven't taken the opportunity to visit the lake in the off-season, you really have no idea what you might be missing. From some of the best shopping around to some amazing hidden gems, the Lake of the Ozarks has a little bit of everything to suit anyone's desires. Attractions Photo Credit: FunLake.com In 2016, Ha Ha Tonka State Park was ranked as #1 on Trip Advisor for "top things to do in Lake of the Ozarks ". If you've ever been, you know why. If you haven't, what are you waiting for? This park features more than 15 miles of trails leading to lake access, caves, natural bridges, sink holes and a bluff-top castle. This is the place to go for any nature enthusiast. Enjoy the changing of the fall leaves, or the budding of spring flowers at one of the most beautiful places around. Don...

Moving into a new home is so exciting! It's a chance to start fresh with new neighbors and new surroundings - plus, you'll finally be able to move away from any clutter that may have built up in your previous home or apartment! The only downside to moving into your new home is just that: moving. Packing up the last few (or several) years of your life and transporting it to a new location is no small feat, but there are things you can do to make the process easier! As the Lake's most trusted real estate agency for over fifteen years, we've garnered several tips and tricks for simplifying your moving process . Here are some of our favorite tried-and-true methods. 1. 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 coordinate their boxes so they can quickly and easily identify their contents, such as designating yellow duct tape for...

It's that time again! We're highlighting another team member this week so you can get continue to get to know the best real estate team at the Lake of the Ozarks a little bit better! We hope you're enjoying this blog series. The next Q&A will be out in a few weeks! This week, we're featuring the fabulous Debbie Richardson. Read on to find out some fun facts about Debbie! How did you get into real estate? After retiring from the FDIC. My mother had been a Realtor, so I had always had an interest in real estate. When did you move to the Lake? Twelve years ago after being a weekender for many, many years. What is your favorite thing about your job? Meeting and working with clients to make their lake dream a reality. What is your favorite movie? Sleepless in Seattle. What books do you like to read? Fiction. What are your hobbies? Spending time with family and water activities! Who is your family? I have a husband, Greg...

Planning on spending the weekend at your condo at the Lake of the Ozarks , and looking for something fun to do while you're here? Come participate in the annual HK's Golf Tournament! This fantastic event raises money to fund the Lake Regional Laboratory, ensuring quick and easy community access to medical  care at the Lake of the Ozarks. If you have interest in any interest in sports, you're going to love this top-notch event! You'll have the opportunity to meet Mizzou Head Football Coach Gary Pinkel, Kansas City Chiefs Ambassadors, and other sports celebrities! The tournament will take place June 6-8 and will feature several closest-to-the-hole and hole-in-one prizes, as well as two putting contests. History of HK's Golf Tournament Up until 1970s, the closest medical facilities available to Lake of the Ozarks residents were 50 miles away. In this quickly growing community, many individuals who suffered serious medical emergencies did not survive ...