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Things You Should Look for When Shopping Homes

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Buying a home can be a huge purchase, and for many - the biggest. You want to make sure that you inspect every single detail, and that nothing is left unnoticed so you're not surprised later on. From inside to outside and top to bottom, there are many areas that you'll want to get up close with to make sure nothing seems out of sorts. At eXp Realty, our Lake of the Ozarks real estate agents are experienced in these walk-throughs, and can help you make a wise purchase, but just so you're prepared, here are a few things you'll want to look for when looking at a Lake of the Ozarks home . Examine the Roof When you're buying a home, you want to make sure that there aren't any concerns with the roof. Look at the surface and make sure you aren't seeing any bubbles, dents, bumps, concaves, etc. Does the roof look new? These are a few of the things you'll want to notice as you inspect the roof of the home. Replacing it can get costly, so pay attention to i...

10 Reasons to Hire an eXp Realty Agent

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Whether you're buying or selling a home at the Lake of the Ozarks , hiring someone who is experienced in the field can make your experience more successful. Your real estate agent can help represent you, keep your interests top of mind, and help you navigate the process of buying or selling a home. The eXp Realty team is here for you, and we have ten reasons to show you how we support you through the process. 1. Education & Experience When you hire a real estate agent , you don't need to know everything about real estate in order to buy the home of your dreams. You can rely on us to use our education and experience to get you a good deal and seal the deal. 2. We Can Be a Buffer A real estate agent can provide a buffer between you and all of the other individuals needed to secure your purchase. Whether that's the inspectors, buyers or sellers, or the mortgage company, we can help you navigate the process without getting overwhelmed. 3. We Provide Neighborhood...

Packing Tips For Moving Into Your New Home

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Packing is inevitably one of the most time-consuming and potentially stressful parts of moving, but it doesn't have to be. By utilizing a few tips now, you can save yourself time and energy on packing, as well as money too! At eXp Realty , not only do we assist you in the purchase of your homes at the Lake of the Ozarks , but we also want to give you tips on how to move your belongings from one home to the next. Here are a few tips to remember as you're packing up your home. Get Started Early Even if you're a fast packer, you can never start too early. Give yourself a couple of weeks to really sort through the items, and organize while you pack. Start with items that you don't use often like china or books. Pack Your Items Strategically Pack all of the immediately needed items in one box, and label them with a star. Or better yet, pack them in suitcases or clothes hampers so you can easily access them. You would want to include clothes, toiletries, a few rolls ...

Start Planning Your Springtime Curb Appeal Revamp!

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One of the first impressions people will create about your home is from the front yard. It is the first thing that will greet your guests and your potential buyers. While every aspect of your home needs to be in order when selling, your landscape and your yard are extremely important. And what better time than now to start thinking about how you're going to revamp your home's curb appeal for this spring! Here are a few things to keep in mind as you improve your curb appeal before  selling a Lake of the Ozarks home . Edge the Driveway Bring your boring asphalt to life with edging materials. You can use bricks, pavers, and stone to create an elegant look. The edging can be level with your driveway, or it can be raised to prevent people to driving onto your newly landscaped lawn. This can easily be a DIY project, or you can hire a landscape artist to come in and take care of it for you. Install Lights along the Sidewalk Landscape lighting will welcome guests who arrive af...

Buyers: Don't Skip the Final Walk-Through!

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Congratulations! You're about to close on your dream home . It's spacious, beautiful, and it has that luxurious screened in porch you've been dreaming about for years. You can't wait to move in and begin unpacking everything! With so many exciting things to think about, performing a final walk-through of your new home is usually the last thing on any buyer's mind. You've seen the house plenty of times; why do you need to inspect it again? The final walk-through is not another inspection, though. It's a chance to make sure everything is in the condition you and the previous owners agreed upon. A thorough walk-through should be performed 2-3 days before closing. After you close, any problems you discover will be your responsibility to fix, not the previous owners. Final Walk-through DOs and DON'Ts DO: Flip on all the light switches to make sure the lights work Turn on all appliances (dishwasher, washing machine, etc) and make sure you get the ow...

Start a New Career with eXp Realty!

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Looking for a career change? Whatever your reason for wanting a fresh new start, a career in the real estate industry is worth looking into! But don't just join any team, you need to look into joining the  best real estate team at the Lake of the Ozarks  and get started in a career that offers the flexibility and tools you need to build a profitable business! Learn more about what eXp Realty has to offer: In today's world, and especially at the Lake of the Ozarks, a career in real estate can seem like a scary choice. But with the right team, the right training, and the right motivation, you can be a rockstar! So stop spinning the real estate hamster wheel and start taking advantage of these awesome perks that only a career with eXp Realty offers! 80-100% or MORE Commissions Keep more of your money. $16,000 Yearly Cap, 80/20 Commission Split on first $80,000 GCI. 100% for the remainder of your year. Our forward-thinking model eliminates the costs associated with a t...

Why YOU Should Buy a Second Home at the Lake of the Ozarks

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The Lake of the Ozarks is by far one of the best places to vacation in the United States. The reason? We've got just about anything you could want for the perfect family vacation! Due to all that the Lake area has to offer, its central location in Missouri, and of course the Lake of the Ozarks itself, it's no wonder that families choose to return to vacation here year after year. If you're one of the many that come back every year to vacation with your family, we think it's time for you to get serious about your visits. Take a look at the 4 reasons we think you should invest in a  second home at the Lake of the Ozarks  and become a more permanent part of our wonderful community! 1. Vacation Home for the Family  Buying a second home a the Lake of the Ozarks  can be a special gathering place for friends and relatives and provide a second sense of “where I belong” to your children. Second homes that are regularly used for vacations and holidays provide a unique and...