Lake of the Ozarks Real Estate

It's that time of year folks! Sitting around the bonfire, eating lots of candy and pumpkin flavored treats, while dressing up in costumes and hanging out with friends. October is a great time of year, and events at the Lake of the Ozarks are a fabulous way to get out and enjoy the weather and the fun. From pumpkin picking to ice skating you will find all the details right here - and not miss any of the fun! Halloween Events at the Lake of the Ozarks Mecca Farm, Pumpkin Picking - Open until October 31 425 Delmar, Roach, MO Bonfire & Haryride at the Lodge of Four Seasons Saturdays - October 17-November 14 315 Four Seasons Drive, Lake Ozark Hy-Vee Hollow Trick-Or-Treat October 29 929 State Hwy D, Osage Beach H. Toad's Halloween Costume Contest October 30 2359 Bittersweet Rd, Lake Ozark Tunnel Dam Gardens' Haunted Maze & Hayride October 30th - 31st 878 Gardens Road, Macks Creek Halloween at the Ice October 31 ...

Colorado style and Lakefront living collide beautifully in this one of a kind Villages of Shawnee Bend Estate. When you are relocating to the Lake of the Ozarks , Gattermeir Davidson once again brings you quality and craftsmanship in this stunning masterpiece. You can enjoy the lake from your very own deck, complete with a fireplace to cozy up to during these brisk fall evenings. Enjoy the tour of this solid brick and limestone creation with it's towering post and beam ceilings, interior stone columns and solid oak flooring. Comfort and Style Collide This home is not lacking in anything, from the vaulted ceilings to the jetted tub, walk-in closet and wet bar - you'll have everything you need to enjoy life. Not to mention with five bedrooms and six bathrooms you'll be able to spread out and enjoy every square foot of this home (all 5,400 of it!). Here are a few other luxurious things you'll enjoy about this home for sale at the Lake of the Ozarks : Hot T...

Finances are a huge part of our lives. Without financial stability, it is incredibly difficult to raise a family, fund your (or your child's) education, plan for retirement, and any number of different things. Fortunately, you have a lot of different options to choose from w hen it comes to investing.   Real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks is a great example - and it just so happens that t he local real estate market is currently primed for outstanding investment opportunities! 1.  Mortgage Rates Are Still Low With an average of anywhere from about 3.0-4.125%, local mortgage rates are still holding at all-time lows. It's impossible to accurately predict where interest rates are headed, but experts expect them to rise in the near future. Buying your investment property before the interest rates go up will likely save you thousands of dollars in the long run. 2.  Property Values Are On the Rise Property values have been steadily rising over the past several years...

Last week, we looked closely at some of the different things your buyer's agent should do for you when you're buying a house. Buyer's agents and seller's agents have very different responsibilities, so we thought we would  finish the discussion this week by looking at the other end of the spectrum: 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 decorated in very neutral tones. Your Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent will be able to coach you on some staging strategies to help you prepare your home for the market. 2. Gui...

Buying your first home is (understandably) a rather daunting experience. How are you supposed to know how to successfully navigate all of the negotiations - or how to even begin the negotiations in the first place? Fortunately for you, you don't have to face these challenges alone! Your real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks . As your personal representative, your buyer's agent will have special responsibilities and obligations to fulfill during your home buying process. You will have help every step of the way! What Should Your Buyer's Agent Do For You? 1. Help You Discover Your Dream Home Choosing the home you want to buy is perhaps the most exciting part of real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks . There's nothing like walking into your dream home and knowing it's "the one." Of course, walking through every home on the market to try to find that one might not as much fun. Your buyer's agent will take your wish list and use it to sor...

Of all the potential concerns that face prospective homebuyers at the Lake of the Ozarks , meeting their new neighbors is often at the forefront. Even if you find the home of your dreams, your new neighbors will probably have a huge impact on how much you enjoy living there. Because your neighbors will play such a huge role in your new life at your new home, it's important to break the ice and establish a comfortable rapport with them. This week, our team of trusted real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks is here to help you do just that! When You're Moving Into The Neighborhood As the newcomer to the neighborhood, you will most likely be anxious to meet your new neighbors and get a feel for your new neighborhood's culture. Do the nearby homeowners get together frequently, for example? Will it be acceptable to knock on their doors and ask for a cup of flour? Here are a few tips to help you break the ice with your new neighbors. 1. Introduce Yourself While Yo...

Photo courtesy of www.Funlake.com There are so many events that happen over the summer at Lake of the Ozarks, sometimes even the locals have trouble keeping up!  The one event that always ends the summer on a positive note is the Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest on September 17th- 20th.  There are several parts to Bikefest, and they occur all over the Lake.  Here's a look at what to expect this year at the great summer-end event! Featured Bike Rides  The Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest   features some exclusive rides through the beautiful landscape found only at Lake of the Ozarks.  The first of these rides is Around the Lake, which circles the main channels and spotlights the huge swath of land that the Lake covers.  The ride lasts 2 hours and 15 minutes, covering 95.7 miles. A shorter, yet arguably more scenic adventure is the ride through Bennet Springs and Ha Ha Tonka.  Coming in at 83.7 miles, this ride is shorter but the landscape is ad...