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Improving Your Home's Value One Room at a Time: Living Room

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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...

Newly Remodeled Lakefront Condo at the Lake of the Ozarks

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If you have always dreamed of owning a vacation rental at the Lake of the Ozarks , look no further! You don't come across a deal like this very often, a newly remodeled lakefront condo, that is beautifully decorated. Memories are meant to be made in this condo, and the ideal location in Lake Ozark is only part of what makes this unit fantastic. Here are a few more reasons you're going to love living in this Lake of the Ozarks condo by Gattermeir Davidson! Live the Lake Life From the stainless steel appliances to the beautiful screened deck, you will make many fun memories in this beautiful condo. This kitchen is going to be a great place to gather with friends and family as you prepare for summer barbecue's, sipping on drinks and relaxing after a long day on the Lake. There is a small dining area off the side of the kitchen where you can sit down and enjoy breakfast while preparing for a fun vacation day, or enjoy a cozy meal with friends. The living area features ...

Simplistic Ways to Narrow Down Your Home Search

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After you've viewed seven homes and inspected the ins and outs of each of them, it's time to narrow them down and choose one to make an offer on. When you like the kitchen in one, the backyard of another, and the beautiful screened in porch of the other, it can be hard to figure out which one will be the best home at the Lake of the Ozarks for you and your family. At Gattermeir Davidson, we will help you every step of the way, and we have a team of the best real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks who can provide you with the information you need to make your decision. Here are a few ways you can help narrow down your home search. Choose the Best Location If you're between two homes in different towns, it can help to decide between the two by thinking of the locations. If one is closer to work, but they other is closer to where your kids will go to school, and after school activities, you may want the place closer to home. Alternatively, if you think you'l...

9 Tips to Pack Like the Pros

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Packing is inevitably one of the most time-consuming and potentially stressful parts of moving, but it doesn't have to be. By utilizing a few tips now, you can save yourself time and energy on packing, as well as money too! At Gattermeir Davidson, not only do we assist you in the purchase of your homes at the Lake of the Ozarks, but we also want to give you tips on how to move your belongings from one home to the next. Here are a few tips to remember as you're packing up your home. Get Started Early Even if you're a fast packer, you can never start too early. Give yourself a couple of weeks to really sort through the items, and organize while you pack. Start with items that you don't use often like china or books. Pack Your Items Strategically Pack all of the immediately needed items in one box, and label them with a star. Or better yet, pack them in suitcases or clothes hampers so you can easily access them. You would want to include clothes, toiletries, a f...

Exquisite Lakefront Estate in Osage Beach, Missouri

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The home of your dreams is just around the corner when you come out and view this beautiful work of art. This home is located conveniently in Osage Beach, MO, and is just a short drive away from delicious dining and fun shopping experiences. This mansion is filled with awesome features like a master suite, entertainment lounge, media room and more! At Gattermeir Davidson , we're proud to provide homes for you that are equally beautiful and functional. Learn some more about this home, and don't forget to contact us to schedule a showing! A Piece of Paradise When entering this home, you will see that is it unparalleled in style and size. This custom built home boasts every option that a homeowner would want, and it was featured in two luxury magazines. Here are a few interior features this home boasts of: Intercom Jetted Tub Security System Sound System Wiring Tile Floors Vaulted Ceilings Walk-In Closet Wet Bar Window Treatments Wood Floors Elevator St...

Improving Your Home's Value One Room at a Time: The Master Bedroom

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Every month we have been featuring one room of your home, and giving you tips on how to make this room shine. This month we're going to focus on the master bedroom, which can be a very important room to many homebuyers. At Gattermeir Davidson , 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 . 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 itself, while offering them a few suggestions about what can be put in there. Remove all cl...

FAQs about Mortgages

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When buying a home, one of the first steps to need to look at is getting pre-qualified for a home. Your pre-qualification will give you an idea of what you can afford, and help you know exactly what you're looking for in your next home. There can be many complicated factors to your mortgage, and we want to help you feel at ease through the entire process. The entire Gattermeir Davidson team is proud to help you through this exciting process of finding a home, whether it's your first, or you are a seasoned home buyer. Here are a few frequently asked questions about home mortgages to help you understand them better. What are Closing Costs? Your closing costs will vary from property to property. It can include items like title insurance fees, pre-paid interest, and documentation fees. Your type of mortgage and location can make a difference in these closing costs, so you'll want to talk with your lender and Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent . What Documentation ...