Lake of the Ozarks Real Estate

Nothing says "Happy 4th of July" like orchestrating a stellar fireworks display in your backyard! Families all over the Lake Area (and everywhere else in the country) will light off hundreds of thousands of fireworks on the 4th of July. Fireworks a lot of fun and a great way to celebrate our nation's independence, but they can also be very dangerous if used irresponsibly. If you're planning to host one of these displays for your family and friends, it's important to make sure you're taking the proper safety precautions. The team at Gattermeir Davidson Real Estate is here to help you keep your family safe with these simple but critical fireworks safety tips. Firework Safety Tips 1. Don't allow young children to light fireworks. 2. Never attempt relight fireworks that did not go off. 3. Don't pick up fireworks that did not go off. 4. Keep your pets indoors while lighting fireworks outside. 5. Keep a garden hose or a...

You may not realize it if this is your first time buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks , but the time of month that you close on your home can have a significant impact on your finances. There is no "right" or "wrong" time of the month to close, but your desired closing date should match your financial needs. Our Lake of the Ozarks real estate agents are here to help you weigh the pros and cons. Reduced Closing Costs If you're looking to save as much money at closing as possible, closing at the end of the month will probably be your best bet. You won't be making your first mortgage payment at closing, but you will be required to pay interest for every day that you own the home. If you close on May 28th, you would only have to pay interest for four days (28th, 29th, 30th, and 31st). If you close in the beginning of the month, on the other hand, you will have to pay several more days' worth of interest.  Closing at the end of the month wi...