Lake of the Ozarks Real Estate

Gattermeir Davidson Real Estate is proud to be the strongest team of REALTORS® at the Lake of the Ozarks . We pride ourselves on delivering outstanding service every time to each and every one of our clients. Every day, we help people buy new homes or investment properties at the Lake of the Ozarks - and many of our clients become our friends. We are especially touched by the clients who take the time to let us know how much they appreciated our service. Today, we wanted to highlight some of the outstanding testimonials we have received from our equally outstanding clients. The service we get is above and beyond expectations. Always very accommodating, informed, and honest. We will always come back for our future homes and refer you to anyone who wants the 'BEST' agent! - Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Rief Bob and Lynn, thank you for helping us make our dream of retiring and moving to the Lake of the Ozarks come true. We look forward to getting together after we settle in. Y...

A brand new event is coming to the Lake! If you like running for great causes, this half marathon or 10K could be exactly what you need to kick off another great weekend at the Lake of the Ozarks.  This event involves not one, but TWO races here at the Lake. Races are to be held on  Saturday, March 28, 2015 . The Gattermeir Davidson Real Estate team is here to provide you all the info on this upcoming event. 10K 6.24 miles Starts at Bagnell Dam in Lake Ozark, MO Registration: $65 per person 8:00 AM This route is perfect for beginner athletes. The race will kick off at Bagnell Dam and run 6.24 miles across paved roads, through wooded forests, and even across the Lake. Half Marathon 13.14 miles Starts at Bagnell Dam in Lake Ozark, MO Registration: $75 per person 7:30 AM If you're looking for a bigger challenge, the Half Marathon could be exactly what you need. The race kicks off at Bagnell Dam and follows the same route as the 10K, but then the p...

Have you been thinking about selling your home? With springtime finally here, it could be the perfect time to relocate or treat yourself to that newer, bigger home you've been dreaming about. If you're planning to sell your home at the Lake of the Ozarks , there are certain things you can do to help speed up the process - and certain things you should NOT do. Here's a quick list of things you shouldn't do if you're trying to sell your home. DON'T Get Sloppy Buyers have a lot of different homes to choose from. If they walk into a dirty or cluttered home, chances are they will turn around and walk right back out. Don't lose out on potential sale just because you forgot to do the dishes or sweep the floor. Now is the time to embrace that inner OCD and keep your home spotless at all times! DON'T Wait For The Buyers To Come To You Simply sticking a "for sale" sign in your front yard isn't going to cut it. (Besides, some homeowners assoc...

The Lake of the Ozarks is well known for being one of the best vacation destinations in the Midwest, but it is also a wonderful place to live full-time. With its own blend of tourism and local business economy, the Lake of the Ozarks offers a unique living experience that can't be found anywhere else. Here's a quick look at some of the things that makes the Lake such a great place to live. Photo from www.funlake.com 1. Recreation Why limit yourself to only taking advantage of the fun things to do at the Lake of the Ozarks while you're on vacation? Full-time residents get to enjoy all of the great activities at the Lake all year long. The Lake has plenty of outdoor activities available year-round, including hiking, biking, camping, and fishing.  There are also lots of shopping opportunities at the Lake. With 110 stores, the outlet mall in Osage Beach is the largest in Missouri. There are also plenty of other local and large retailers located all over the Lak...

Finding the perfect home is about more than putting a roof over your head. It's about building equity, increasing your assets, and making an investment in you future. At Gattermeir Davidson , we talk a lot about how to find the perfect home at the Lake and local real estate trends, but this week we wanted to look closer into the investment side of real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks . Owning Your Own Home Enables You To Build Equity The terms "building equity in your home" get tossed around quite frequently, but do you know what they really mean? Essentially, "equity" refers to the amount of the home that you actually own - the portion of the loan that you have already paid off.  Having equity is an asset, and it comes with important benefits. For example, if/when you sell your home at a later date, you will be able to turn your equity into cash. Also, if you are short on cash at a later date, you can actually borrow against the equity you already ha...

Looking for something fun to do? Love supporting the Lake of the Ozarks community? Don't miss the Passport to the Parkway Kick-Off Cocktail Party! Passport to the Parkway was first introduced to the Lake of the Ozarks in the fall of 2014. It's an event designed to promote and encourage the local economy at the Lake of the Ozarks by bringing patrons together to support businesses all along the Osage Beach Parkway. As vested members of the Lake community, the team at Gattermeir Davidson Real Estate is excited to give you all the info on this upcoming event. Passport To The Parkway Kick-Off Party The kick-off event is designed to raise awareness and funds for this great event at the Lake of the Ozarks. Attendants will have an opportunity to participate in a silent auction, enjoy drinks and hors d'oeurves, listen to live music by Mitch Shields, and support our wonderful community.  Passport to the Parkway Kick-Off Cocktail Party Thursday, February 26th from 5:00 PM ...

Buying a new home at the Lake of the Ozarks is a big step. Homes are major financial commitments, and moving typically requires a lot of effort on your part. Since you're giving so much of yourself into moving to the Lake of the Ozarks , it's only right that you find a home that will give a lot right back to you.  With that in mind, what are some of the key factors you should look for when touring Lake of the Ozarks homes ? What should your new home do for you? Your Home Should Be A Welcoming Sanctuary After A Long Day In a perfect world, we'd all have jobs that we loved in completely stress-free environments. Unfortunately, life is not usually that simple. Long, stressful days are sometimes unavoidable. Your new home should be a place you look forward to coming home to after a long day at work - a place to kick back and relax so you can face a new day tomorrow. Your Home Should Be A Place To Raise A Family It's all part of the American Dream, right? A good...