Lake of the Ozarks Real Estate

The kitchen is generally considered the hub of the home. With up to three meals a day, multiple snacks, and catching up after your kids are back from school, this room is always hopping. Which is part of the reason why, if you're selling your home, you want to make sure that this room shines above all of the others. Remodeling your kitchen can be one of the most effective ways to improve your home's value, so here are a few things to keep in mind as you make changes. Create an Open Space If your kitchen has an odd shape, or counters that inhibit the flow of the kitchen, you may want to rearrange this when you remodel. While you don't want to completely overhaul the kitchen, and rearrange the plumbing and electrical outlets, you can change up the placements of cabinets and make the flow more natural. They say, a good rule of thumb is that your kitchen flow should be in the shape of a triangle. Start with a Facelift Sometimes the only thing your kitchen really needs is...

An updated bathroom can be a great way to improve the bottom line on your home! Whether you're moving in the near future, or want to take care of important updates now instead of later, the bathroom is a wonderful place to start. When a buyer looks at a home, there are two areas that they will inspect first, the bathroom and the kitchen. Both of these rooms are high traffic areas that have more appliances and fixtures than other areas in your home. Make an impressive mark on your buyers and provide a bathroom that is gleaming with newness. Here are a few things that you can update in your bathroom to make a big impact. Even if you only choose one or two from the list, you'll be surprised at what a difference it can make! Add a Splash of Color A new paint job can go a long way in improving your home. If you have a small space, opt for light colors. Make this room feel like a spa by choosing blues, greens, tans or even light pastels. Be sure to remember when choosing your p...