Lake of the Ozarks Real Estate

Over the years, we've made great strides in becoming the  best real estate team at the Lake of the Ozarks . Along the way we've found success around every corner and have thrived immensely. That success didn't just come out of thin air though.  eXp Realty  wouldn't be where it is today without the hard work and dedication of our key players. This week, we're spotlighting Ryan Gattermeir, Owner/Broker Associate  Lake of the Ozarks Realtor ®. Ryan Gattermeir is a second generation Lake REALTOR who grew up in the business. After graduating from Westminster College in 1996, Ryan had a successful career in the Office Equipment business as a salesperson and national sales manager based out of St. Louis. Ryan earned his Real Estate License in 1998 and moved back home in 2000 to work with his father’s real estate brokerage. Ryan quickly earned the respect of his colleagues and exceeded sales expectations by applying many of the techniques he gained from his previous...

Summertime at the Lake of the Ozarks is all about having fun and making memories! This week, eXp Realty , the best real estate team at the Lake of the Ozarks , wants to make sure you're up to speed on the upcoming Lake area happenings over the next few weeks. So we've put together a list of family-friendly fun events to check out around the Lake that we know you'll enjoy! Recurring Events Lake of the Ozarks Bike Night  April 20th - May 18th - June 15th - July 20th - August 17th - September 21st Multiple establishments on the Bagnell Dam Strip host biker related activities on the third Thursday of each month, April - September. Come out and enjoy live music. Sign up for prizes and giveaways from Karma Custom Motorcycles, The LeatherMan, Lake of the Ozarks Harley Davidson, We’re Talking T-Shirts, and more! Hot Summer Nights May 12th - June 9th - July 14th - August 11th - September 8th Hot Summer Nights on the Bagnell Dam Strip in Lake Ozark from 6-11 pm (rain or ...

Over the years, we've made great strides in becoming the  best real estate team at the Lake of the Ozarks . Along the way we've found success around every corner and have thrived immensely. That success didn't just come out of thin air though. eXp Realty wouldn't be where it is today without the hard work and dedication of our key players. So over the next few weeks we want to pay tribute to them by showcasing them. This week, we're honoring Condo Davidson, Owner/Broker Associate Lake of the Ozarks Realtor ®. You wouldn’t be able to tell at first glance, or even after first meeting her, but Conda Irene Davidson was born and raised in the small, rural town of Purdon, Missouri.  Purdon is where family values, contributing to the community and working hard are the three most important lessons of life. Some thirty years later, and long after Conda left her stomping grounds, she has kept the small town morals close to her heart and built her life and a business empire...

Whether you're buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks or selling your current home, one fact remains - you're going to be moving. What better time than the present to start working on getting things ready for the big move! This is the perfect time to start going through your belongs and downsizing your load. Not only will it make moving easier, but it will also open up more space for bringing in new stuff to give your new home the fresh feel of a new beginning! This week, eXp Realty wants to share with you some tips to alleviate stress and anxiety when downsizing your home. First things first, plan ahead. Don't wait until the last minute to make decisions. Start planning ahead to avoid the troubles of hastily making decisions on your downsize. The last thing you want to do is to be strapped for time and end up causing more work and stress than necessary. Sit down with the family and talk about what you can let go of without hurting someone's feelings or causing...

When selling a home at the Lake of the Ozarks , staging the home to show off its full potential to buyers is a MUST! By doing this, you'll highlight your home's strengths and downstage it's weaknesses - thus appealing to a greater number of potential buyers. eXp Realty has some helpful tips on how to stage your home like a pro: Furnish Your Space A common misconception that many homeowners tend to follow when furnishing their home is that by pushing furniture against walls they're making the room feel larger and creates better functionality. Actually, by doing so you're taking away from the room's potential. When staging rooms, you need to consider the function of the room. What purpose does it have in your home? For most people, the living room functions as a place of gathering for family and friends. To embrace this function, re-position your furnishings into comfortable conversational groups, and position them away from walls. This will create a more i...

Whether you're on the buying or selling side of a real estate transaction, there will be some terms that both parties need to understand to ensure a smooth closing process. eXp Realty, LLC wants to make sure you're prepared and educated on some of these important key terms so that when it comes to making decisions when closing on real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks , you're ready. Here are 3 important terms you need to know: Appraisal An appraisal is an unbiased professional opinion of a home's value. This is an important part of the real estate closing process because it helps to determine whether the contract price is appropriate given the home's condition, location and features. It's also important to ensure the lender that they're not over loaning on a property that may not be worth the value of the requested loan amount. Contingency A contingency is something that could potentially happen in the future that may affect the real estate con...

Making a great and lasting first impression is the key to success in anything. When selling a home at the Lake of the Ozarks , typically the first impression is curb appeal. Does your home have the curb appeal to catch a buyer's eye? While it's true that most buyers start their search online, according to the National Association of Realtors approximately sixty-three percent of buyers drive by homes after seeing them online. Since your home's exterior paints a picture of what buyers can expect for the interior of your home, it's important to have curb appeal that grabs buyer's attention in a positive way. The best real estate team at the Lake of the Ozarks has some eye-catching tips to make sure your home is making a lasting first impression on buyers. Look at Your Home from a Buyer's Perspective The best way to catch a buyer's eye is by thinking like a buyer. Step into their shoes as you walk around the exterior of your home. Look for things that are...