Lake of the Ozarks Real Estate

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 Gattermeir Davidson Real Estate 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 sellors, or the mortgage company, we can help you navigate the process without getting overwhelmed. 3. W...

In the day where people use their phones for research, and digital media is king on the internet, it's important to remember that the same applies when selling your home. A potential buyer is more likely to set their opinions based on the initial first impression they get of your home, and in most cases that is through online marketing. At Gattermeir Davidson, we realize that professional photography for your real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks is so important - so we're going to show a few reasons why. How Are Your Buyers Finding Their Home? In 2006, 80% of home buyer used the internet to search for their home. Only four years later in 2010, the percentage jumped to 89%, and now in 2017, the numbers are skyrocketing. While some buyers may trust their agent to find a few homes that fit their demographic, many home buyers want to be heavily involved in the process and in many cases, already have a few homes they want to look at by the time they reach out to a buyer ag...

While there are many things you SHOULD do when buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks (like hiring the best real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks !) there are still many things that you shouldn't do. Just because you've been pre-approved doesn't mean that you are on the home stretch and can relax with your credit, bill paying and more. Here are a few things you should NOT do while trying to buy your home. DON'T Apply for a New Credit Card If you're buying your home via a mortgage you have to remember that your credit is what your home purchase rests on. Because of this, applying for a new credit card can be devastating to your home purchase. It's important to wait to apply for a new card until after you have the keys and everything is said and done. DON'T Buy a New Car Unless you're buying a car that you want to live in, you should wait to buy the car until your home purchase is finalized. DON'T Furnish the Home Before You Own ...

Living a minimalistic lifestyle and fitting into small houses has become a bit of a trend for some. With this lifestyle, you also have to try to either find a way to organize your belongings, or do without. When buying a house at the Lake of the Ozarks , you can find many homes that have a small feel without being too cramped or uncomfortable - and we would love to help you find the perfect home. Whether you have a small house or you just want to get a handle on the clutter, here are a few easy ways you can organize the spaces in your home! Purge Your Space The first step to organizing your home is to purge all of the items in your home. You aren't just looking for "clutter," though. Sometimes the items that you need to purge are not necessarily clutter, but items that don't fulfill a purpose in your home. When you think about the items that you have, if they have a dual purpose, keep it! If you have several items that have the same purpose, you may want to get ...

If you've watched any of the tv shows on a DIY network, you'll know that house flipping is becoming quite the trend. As well, if you start to look through houses in your neighborhood, you'll find homes that have been "flipped," maybe without the same drastic change as you'll see on TV but they major things have been updated, and it's selling for way more than it did before. Whether you are wanting to flip a house for personal use or start to make a career out of it, there are a few things you'll want to know and be aware of as you start this journey. Start With A Good Real Estate Agent at the Lake of the Ozarks The key to a successful flip is knowing which house is the best choice. While you can occasionally make these decisions on your own, there's nothing quite as good as having an amazing real estate agent on your side. When you walk through potential homes, it's more than just the overall appearance, although that plays a huge role ...

Now that you've gotten settled into your new home at the Lake, it's time to start gearing up for a fun weekend with friends family and maybe even a housewarming party and fireworks! Hosting parties can be a great way to show people your new home at the Lake of the Ozarks , and hang out with the people you love most. If you'll be setting off fireworks, there are a few things to keep in mind, though. At Gattermeir Davidson , we want to help keep you, your guests, and even your neighbors safe as you enjoy this fun-filled weekend, so here are a few things you can keep in mind before lighting the first match. Purchase From a Reliable Place There are many trustworthy places to buy your fireworks at the Lake of the Ozarks, but if you have any doubts just keep driving and find a new location to purchase them from. If you're new to the area and looking for a reputable place to get your fireworks, you can ask coworkers, neighbors, or even your cashier! Follow ALL of th...

Photo Credit: FunLake.com If you don't currently call the Lake of the Ozarks your home, we would be the first to tell you that you should! The area is full of beautiful views, nice people, booming business, and the best Lake real estate in the Midwest. If you've been thinking that it's time to relocate to the Lake of the Ozarks , or if you want to find a second home at the Lake of the Ozarks , we can help! Here are a few reasons we LOVE living at the Lake of the Ozarks. 1. Fun Activities No matter how you enjoy spending your free time, there is bound to be something for you and your family at the Lake. We boast of fun adventures like hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, boating, ATVing, shopping and more. From the indoors to the outdoors, there is a lot you can do, and we're only just getting started. The summer months are filled with great events that are fun for the whole family, and even through the winter, you'll find exciting ways to enjoy your time with t...

When selling your home, one of the most important things you can do is to actually sell your home. If you're trying to decide between leaving your home empty or staging it, we'd like to encourage you to stage it. People buy homes, not houses, and when you set up your living room into a space where they can easily imagine themselves living in it, that can make your job as a seller much easier. At Gattermeir Davidson, we want to help you sell your home quickly, and efficiently while still making the most bang for your buck. One of the greatest ways you can improve the look of your home is by strategically staging your home to shed the best light on your space. Today we're going to talk about ways you can stage your living room and create a space that people can actually imagine themselves living in. Identify the Focal Point Every room has a focal point, and when you are staging, it's important to find it and focus on it. While for many homes the television is the f...

Thanksgiving is the kick-off to the holiday season and while the holiday's are an excellent time to enjoy family - it's also a season when your house can get the messiest. With all of the cooking, baking and celebrating that will happen through the next few weeks, your home will probably feel like it's in a frantic state of disrepair, and your kitchen may never feel like it's seen the light of day under all of those cooking utensils. Thankfully, with just a few minutes a day, you can help keep those dust bunnies at bay. Here are a few tips and tricks that you can utilize while running through your Lake of the Ozarks home , just minutes before the guests arrive. Clean the Bathroom If you can only clean ONE room, make it this room! Your guests will generally tolerate a little dust in the living room or flat pillows on the couch - but there is nothing that will gross them out more than a dirty bathroom. Take 5 minutes and wipe down the sink and toilet, clean the m...