Lake of the Ozarks Real Estate

Selling a home at the Lake of the Ozarks can be surprisingly time-consuming and an emotional time in your live, 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...

Any relocation can bring up many questions. Moving to the Lake of the Ozarks is no different, and we want to make sure that you are completely confident in your decision. The Lake area is a unique combination of vacation spot and close knit hometown. From the activities and local attractions you'll notice that every season here is different with huge advantages to each. Here are a few questions we know you'll want the answers to before moving to the Lake of the Ozarks. FAQs When Relocating to the Lake of the Ozarks Question: Can I get a home with a view of the Lake? Answer: Of course! At eXp Realty, we have homes of all different shapes and sizes. From small homes that are perfect for retiring at the Lake of the Ozarks, to large homes that will accommodate your entire family in style - we have it all! Question: What are the schools like in the Lake area? Answer: The entire Lake of the Ozarks consists of fabulous school systems. From the schools in Camdenton ...

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 for you and your family. At eXp Realty, 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, decide between the two by thinking of the locations. If one is closer to work, but the other is closer to where your kids will go to school, and after school activities, you may want the place closer to school. Alternatively, if you think you'll be selling the home again in the future, you may ...

When you start looking for a real estate agent to work with when buying or  selling a home a the Lake of the Ozarks , it's important to know who you'll be working with. We understand that real estate transactions can be stressful enough, and if you don't feel comfortable with the agent you're working with, it can make the process that much more difficult. That's why  eXp Realty  is taking the time to share with you a bit about our stellar agents. This week we'd like to spotlight Robbie Marley! Robbie Marley was born and raised in Lebanon, MO. She lives here with her husband Greg. They have 2 children, John and Carissa.  Both are out of school and are pursuing their own careers. Robbie enjoys attending church and growing in her faith. She loves to travel, and most recently made a trip to Japan with her daughter. She also loves to be outdoors by the pool! There are many people who Robbie says inspires her: her family members, each in their own ways; her H...

You and your real estate agent have worked hard to sell your home, now you have more than one offer. This is a great problem to have, but how do you determine which one is the best one? Sometimes it is very easy to determine, but sometimes there will be advantages and disadvantages for each. Here are some things to consider when evaluating offers and determining the best offer for your needs when selling a Lake of the Ozarks home . Determine Your Selling Point What will it take to get your attention on an offer? Which terms are the most important to you? Many times price is the most important factor when it comes to accepting offers. Sometimes it depends on the closing date, especially if you have another home under contract. Another factor to consider is whether or not the party who put in an offer has been pre-qualified for a mortgage loan. This is an important consideration because if their finances are in place, you have security in knowing the transaction is less likel...

Over the years, we've made great strides in becoming the best real estate team at the Lake of the Ozarks . Along the way we've found success around every corner and have thrived immensely. That success didn't just come out of thin air though. eXp Realty wouldn't be where it is today without the hard work and dedication of our key players. This week, we're spotlighting Bob Lindner. Originally, Bob is from the St Louis area. He lived at a small lake community just north of Edwardsville, Illinois, named ‘Holiday Shores’ and worked for the Maytag company as a District Manager for 17 years. In 1994, his family transferred to the Lake of The Ozarks to get away from the busy hustle and bustle of city life, and decided that this would be home. Bob resigned from Maytag, purchased American Appliance in Sunrise Beach, increased the business 340%, then sold it. In 2005, Bob started in Real Estate, and says he wishes he would have joined the industry long before he did bec...

There are many things during the closing process to consider that could help protect your interest when buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks . One of those things is whether or not to get a home inspection done on the property in which you're interested in buying. While you may be tempted to pass on this opportunity to save a buck, skipping the home inspection could be a huge mistake. To give you an idea of why we say this, eXp Realty offers some great reasons to have a home inspection before you buy: What You See May Not Be What You Get No matter the age of the home, there can be costly troubles unknown to the average buyer. Problems with wiring, plumbing and easement may not be visible during a showing and you’ll want to get an expert opinion. By just doing a thorough walk through of a home and calling it "good" to your standards at the time will not protect your investment in the future. By having a professional inspect the home, they can catch things that a ...