Lake of the Ozarks Real Estate

Staging your home to sell is one of the easiest ways to show off your home's full potential and entice buyers. We've covered staging your home's living room and kitchen so far. This week we're going to focus on the master bedroom, which can be a very important room to many homebuyers. At eXp Realty , we care that you not only sell your home but that you find buyers who will be a great fit. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you prepare to stage a Lake of the Ozarks home. Use Caution with Color Choices The key to staging your master bedroom is to create a place that will feel comfortable and homey. Choosing the right colors can make a definite impact on the feeling of the room. If you currently have bold, bright colors, you may want to tone them down with something calmer like a light blue, green, beige or gray. Be Minimalistic One of the keys to staging is making sure that your room is completely decluttered. Allow potential buyers to see the room for itse...

With up to three meals a day, multiple snacks, and catching up after your kids are back from school, the kitchen in your home is always hopping. Since your kitchen is typically the hub spot for family gatherings, 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. Start with a Facelift Sometimes the only thing your kitchen really needs is a bright coat of color to make it look new. You can repaint the walls, and/or cabinets to keep things fresh. If you'll be repainting, just remember to stick with satin and shiny paints so that splatters can be easily wiped up. If you'll be selling your home in the near future, try to stick with colors that are timeless and neutral. Greys, beiges, light browns and greens are always a great option when you are selling your home. Potential buyers can imagine themselve...

People buy homes, not houses. That's why it's recommended to stage your home with buyers in mind when you're listing your home for sale . At first, staging your home may seem like a daunting task, but with the help of an expert real estate agent, and some simple tips to guide you, you'll see just how easy and fun it can be. At eXp Realty , 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 focal point, and in this day and age, many people will want the televis...

The first impressions  potential home buyers  get of your home can determine whether or not they are interested enough to want to see more. Your home's exterior can be the reason a buyer moves forward with requesting a walk-through or the reason they run screaming in the opposite direction. Last week,  eXp Realty  talked about some landscaping DO's when selling a home. This week we're sharing with you some landscaping DON'Ts to avoid when selling your home. DON'T Plant Non-Native Plants A beautiful landscape is not complete without some beautiful plants. Err on the side of caution and low-maintenance by planting perennials native to the region. Buyers may be turned off by the idea of having to put a lot of work into maintaining the lawn. And while they may be pretty to look at, non-native plants will be just that: high maintenance. Instead opt for some low-maintenance hardy native plants that require little attention. DON'T Leave Toys and Lawn Equipment ...

One of the first impressions potential home buyers get of your home is the exterior of your home. Often times, after a potential buyer views your home online, they'll do a drive-by to see if the pictures do it justice. Your home's exterior can be the reason a buyer moves forward with requesting a walk-through or the reason they run screaming in the opposite direction. This week, eXp Realty is covering some landscaping DO's when selling a home. DO Maintain Your Lawn Regularly Grass to your knees is going to be an immediate turn off for buyers. Keep your lawn looking crisp and clean by mowing and weed eating regularly. Keep trees pruned and bushes trimmed. Address any brown spots in your lawn and remove any excess foliage that may be overgrowing in your flower beds. A well-maintained lawn portrays a well-maintained home! DO Power Wash Your Home's Exterior, Sidewalks, and Patios You'd be surprised by how much grit and grime can accumulate on your home's ...

If selling your home has been something you've been considering, it's a great time to start thinking about increasing the value of your home! Now, don't get nervous about spending tons of money to accomplish this goal. You really don't need to do a massive remodel to double your home's worth. There are plenty of simple, cost-effective tips and tricks that will make a big difference in the long run. Start working on these projects long before you are actually ready to list your home to make the whole process easier! Here are 5 simple tips to begin with: 1. Take it one step at a time! Try not to let yourself get overwhelmed by the process. While some projects may require a major time investment, others do not! There are plenty of simple things you can do that will all contribute towards increasing your home's value, such as updating your microwave, light fixtures, or even your ceiling fans. Small projects such as these can give you a sense of instant result...

When you finally make the decision to sell your beloved home, you may have reservations about hiring a real estate agent. It may seem like a great idea to try to sell it on your own to save money on having to pay out a commission. But did you know that sellers who opt to work with an agent typically receive anywhere from $40,000 to $60,000 MORE for their property than going it alone? Plus, taking the FSBO route could result in a slower turnaround time for a sale to be finalized! Here are 7 reasons why you should hire a Realtor when  selling your house at the Lake of the Ozarks . 1. Education & Experience When you hire a real estate agent, you don't need to know everything about real estate in order to sell your home. You can rely on us to use our education and experience to effectively market your home at a price you agree to and seal the deal. 2. We Have Our Finger on the Pulse of the Market Market conditions will govern your selling process, this is why we stay on ...

Improving your landscaping is a great way to improve the appearance your home. Doing just a few things to spruce up your yard can increase curb appeal and in some cases, speed up the process of selling your home at the Lake of the Ozarks . First impressions are a big deal, and if potential buyers like the way the outside of your house looks, they will often be more likely to make an appointment for a showing. Even if you are not trying to sell your Lake of the Ozarks real estate , Spring is a great time to give your landscaping some extra attention! You do not have to be a professional to improve your landscaping. eXp Realty has some great landscape improvement tips for all the DIY people. Climate Matters! Landscaping isn’t terribly difficult, but there should be some planning involved. You may think you can just go to your local farm and garden store and pick whatever you think will look nice, but that is not how you should approach your landscape. Your geographic region plays...

Selling a home at the Lake of the Ozarks  can be surprisingly time-consuming and an emotional time in your life, especially if this is your first time selling. With no experience and a complex, emotional transaction on your hands, it's easy for first-time home sellers to make lots of mistakes, but with a little know-how, many of these pitfalls can be avoided altogether. Check out these 5 mistakes to avoid when listing your home for sale to help keep your sanity in check throughout this high-emotion time: Mistake #1: Letting Your Emotions Run the Show Once you decide to sell your home, a lot of emotions can take over when you begin thinking about, not only all the memories you've made in your home, but all of the things you have to do to prepare to sell your home. However, by looking at the transaction from a purely financial perspective, you'll distance yourself from the emotional aspects of selling the property. Keep in mind that most buyers will also be in an emoti...

When buying or selling real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks, transactions can become pretty complicated. Having a buyer's or seller's agent can make a world of difference in whether or not your transaction goes smoothly. But not all real estate agents are cut out for both sides of the spectrum. That's why it's so important to make sure you're working with an agent who specializes in your side of the transaction. This week we'll focus on the seller's side and things your seller's agent should do for you when you're selling your house at the Lake of the Ozarks . 4 Things Your Seller's Agent Should Do For You: 1. Help You Get Your Home Ready For The Market Unfortunately, the home decor you have enjoyed the last few years may not be the same home decor you should use if you want to sell your house quickly. Most homeowners customize their decorations to their own personal styles, but homes for sale at the Lake of the Ozarks should be decor...

Selling a home at the Lake of the Ozarks is a big choice to make. You've lived in your home for many years and have made many great memories there. But sometimes, it's just time to move on. The best real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks want to make sure selling your home is a smooth and quick process. So, this week we're sharing with you some home staging tips that'll prove to be worth your time. Get Rid of the Clutter We tend to accumulate a lot of stuff over the years, and where does all that stuff go? That's right. Stuffed in every nook and cranny we can find in our homes. Most of the time, never to be touched again. So before you list your home for sale, the first thing you should do is purge your home of all the unnecessary items you've collected over the years and simplify. Not only will this help make your home look more spacious and clean, but it'll leave less for you to move once you do sell your home. Plus, you'd be surprised at...