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Do You Know How Much Your Home's Market Value is?

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As a homeowner thinking about selling a home at the Lake of the Ozarks , it may be beneficial for you to have a comparable market analysis conducted on your home. Our experienced agents can help you with this by providing you with market information to help you choose a fair price and make suggestions on how to make your home more attractive to home buyers. If you're uncertain of what the purpose of a Comparative Market Analysis is, we're sharing with you some reasons why it's beneficial for sellers here: Provides an In-Depth Look at the Local Market Our eXp Realty real estate agents not only work in the local market each day, but they live here too. So they understand the tiny nuances of each area in which they work. They understand the amenities that are in demand, the highlights of each area, and the key buying drivers that are selling homes in the Lake of the Ozarks market. An experienced agent knows much more about their market than any technological tool can pr...

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Listing Your Home for Sale

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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...

5 FAQs About Relocating to the Lake of the Ozarks

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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 ...

Narrow Down Your Home Search More Easily

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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 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 ...

Getting to Know Our Key Players: Robbie Marley

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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...

Choosing the Best Offer for Your Home

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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...

Getting to Know Our Key Players: Bob Lindner

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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...