Lake of the Ozarks Real Estate

The number of appraisal complaints have risen in recent years due to decreasing home values that began back in 2007 and continued after the Home Valuation Code of Conduct in 2009.  Although the market is more stable, you can still get caught in a sticky situation if your appraisal comes in low.   The job of an appraiser is to gather information, analyze it and make a report.  A low appraisal may not be inaccurate, but it can prevent a lender from approving a loan for the home. An appraisal is a report of the value of a home compared with comparable properties in the surrounding area.  Finding comparable properties can be tricky and cause a lower appraisal, especially if you are in a neighborhood with foreclosures or short sales.  Another factor is that your neighborhood does not have a comparable home and they are forced to look at surrounding areas where market conditions are not the same. How to challenge a low appraisal The appraisal dictates the am...

This weekend is the September Boat Show!  This great event will feature boats, PWCs, boating accessories, lake toys and so much more.  This is a great time to check out new products and talk to vendors that will help you find the products you are looking for!!  The event is presented by the Marine Dealers Association which is comprised of more than 50 marine dealers in the Lake of the Ozarks area. The Boat Show will be September 13-15 and will be held at Captain Ron's at the 34.5MM.  Captain Ron's is a great location to take the entire family to enjoy the beach area, sand volleyball, pirate themed gift shop and some great food!! You can also enjoy some great music by Jake Simpson on Friday night! Be sure to get out to the September Boat Show to find the the perfect water toy and start enjoying all that the Lake has to offer. Gattermeir Davidson offers the strongest team of  Realtors in the Lake of the Ozarks  regions. Our team of real estate profess...

Can you believe Labor Day Weekend is upon us??  This has been a great summer that has flown by quickly - but it is not over yet!  There are still many events left at the Lake and Labor Day Weekend is an event you won't want to miss.  We have some amazing businesses in the area that take great pride in their traditional Fireworks displays. Here is a list of some places to watch fireworks on your Labor Day weekend!! Lodge of the Four Seasons - 888-265-5500 - www.4seasonsresort.com Celebration Cruise - Call for reservations - 573-480-3212 Tan-Tar-A - 800-826-8272 - www.tan-tar-a.com Tropic Island Cruise - Call for reservations - 573-348-0083 Hope everyone enjoys their Labor Day weekend!!  Gattermeir Davidson offers the strongest team of  Realtors in the Lake of the Ozarks  regions. Our team of real estate professionals has your interests at heart and strives to establish long-term relationships with our clients.  Stay connected with Gatter...

Get out and support your local High School Football this Friday night as the School of the Osage kick off their season with the annual Football Jamboree!!  The Jamboree will take place at the School of the Osage High School Football Field at 6:00.  If you are looking for some great local football, be sure to spend your Friday night cheering on the Osage Indians!! Check out the Indian Varsity Football Schedule: 08/23  6:00p  Football Jamboree @ Osage 08/30  7:00p  Fulton (A) 09/06  7:00p  Moberly (H) 09/13  7:00p  Southern Boone (A) 09/20  7:00p  Versailles (A) 09/27  7:00p  Blair Oaks (H) 10/04  7:00p  Eldon (A) 10/11  7:00p  California (H) 10/18  7:00p  Hallisville (H) 10/25  7:00p  Warsaw (A) 11/01  7:00p  Districts (TBD) Good luck to the Osage Indian Football Team - we hope that you have a great season! Gattermeir Davidson offers the strongest te...

The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is a great charity event and is just around the corner.  This event is a week-long a variety of events that everyone can enjoy!!  The Shootout is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the Midwest with official speeds of 208mph.  The event has donated $100,000.00 to 22 different organizations in the Lake area!! Here is a quick glance at some of the major events for the 2013 Shootout!! August 16-18 Mini Shootout at Kelly's Landing 60mm August 18 - Showcase Publishing Shootout Benefit Golf Tournament at Old Kinderhook August 19 - Treasure Hunt at Captain Ron's and Buccaneer Bay August 20 - Shootout PWC Dam Run    August 20 - Shootout Volleyball Tournament at Captain Ron's August 21- 22 - Shootout in the Park August 22 - Shootout Hall of Fame Dinner August 23 - Polylift Poker Run @ Backwater Jacks August 24-25 Race Day August 25 Awards Ceremony For more information and detail about each of the events, check ou...

Want beauty, style and a home that is built on one of the finest lots in The Villages at Shawnee Bend, then this is THE HOME to see, the Gated community on Forestridge Lane. Living and entertaining out of this 6 bedroom,all of which are Master Suites!! This 7 bath home will be the envy of all. The main level has a totally open floor plan with an over sized gourmet kitchen, granite counter tops and high quality cabinets. The lower level features 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Large dock envelope and is cove protected and sets the precedent for a magnificent view. Home features upper and lower laundry facilities. Furniture and furnishings included. Make your appt today to view Luxury Lakefront living at its very finest!! For more pictures of the property check out the Gattermeir Davidson YouTube Channel !! Contact Ed Schmidt at 573-434-5292 or ed@gotlake.com for more information about this property or to schedule an appointment for a viewing. Gattermeir Davidson offers the stro...

It is almost time for thousands of rubber ducks to make their way down the Bagnell Dam River for the 5th Annual Great Bagnell Dam Duck Drop.  The event will be held on August 3rd at the Historic Bagnell Dam.   This year there will also be a Duck Drop Golf Tournament on August 2 at The Cove Golf Course.   Registration will be at 7am and a shotgun start at 8:30 am.  The tourney is  4-person scramble with an entry fee of $125 per person.  This fee also includes 10 duck drop tickets that will qualify you for the $5000 race, breakfast at the Cove, Goody Bag and free admission to the awards party at Lazy Gators!! On August 3rd, the day will begin with a 5K Run and Waddle Walk. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the race starts at 8 a.m. Registration is $25 and children under 12 are free. Each entry will receive an event T-shirt. The Fun Zone will open at 10 a.m. just below the Bagnell Dam - you will find games and prizes, bounce houses, face painting liv...