Lake of the Ozarks Real Estate

Improving your landscaping is a great way to improve the appearance your home. Doing just a few things to spruce up your yard can increase curb appeal and in some cases, speed up the process of selling your home at the Lake of the Ozarks . First impressions are a big deal, and if potential buyers like the way the outside of your house looks, they will often be more likely to make an appointment for a showing. Even if you are not trying to sell your Lake of the Ozarks real estate , Spring is a great time to give your landscaping some extra attention! You do not have to be a professional to improve your landscaping. eXp Realty has some great landscape improvement tips for all the DIY people. Climate Matters! Landscaping isn’t terribly difficult, but there should be some planning involved. You may think you can just go to your local farm and garden store and pick whatever you think will look nice, but that is not how you should approach your landscape. Your geographic region plays...

Lake of the Ozarks is often only thought of as a popular vacation spot. However, there are a lot of reasons you should consider making the Lake of the Ozarks your permanent residence. For starters, enjoy the Lake of the Ozark beauty all four seasons! Watch the beautiful color changes in the Fall, the lake freeze and snowfall in the Winter, wild flowers bloom in the Spring, and best of all boat ALL Summer long! eXp Realty specializes in Lake of the Ozarks lakefront properties and would love to help you relocate to the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks. Still not convinced? Here are four reasons you should relocate to the Lake of the Ozarks. 1. Life on the Water Living on the water isn't just great in the summer, it's great all year long! You can take your boat out all summer long, but boating is still great in the Fall and Spring. Enjoying a relaxing boat ride in the Fall when the leaves are changing is incredible. If you love to fish, Lake of the Ozarks is the perfect spot....

Spring is here! If you thinking about selling your home this Spring, make sure you stage it for a quick sale You do not have to spend a lot of money to stage your home to get noticed. eXp Realty is committed to helping you sell your Lake of the Ozarks home ! This week's blog will feature seven tips to stage your home that will not break the bank. 1. Get Rid of Clutter This may seem like a no brainer, but reducing clutter in your home is a must! Many sellers fail to reduce the clutter in their home before they list it. This can be the make or break whether your home sells or not. Reducing the clutter in your home does not only mean cleaning off counter tops, picking up the floor, or cleaning out closets. Often, sellers have too much furniture in their home which makes the home feel smaller. Consider reducing the amount of furniture in your living room to open up the space. 2. Use NEUTRAL Wall Colors Giving your home a fresh coat of paint is always a great way to transfo...

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  eXp Realty  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 things you'll need to know 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 Will I...

The Lake of the Ozarks is renowned as the  best place to own a second home in the Midwest . People travel from miles around to soak up some sunshine, break out their fishing rods, get their shopping on, or relax on their  private waterfront docks at the Lake . Despite their love of this great destination, however, many people do not know very much about the Lake of the Ozarks. How was the Lake formed? When was the Lake created? That's why the  eXp Realty  team has put together a list of some of the top fun facts about the Lake of the Ozarks. Who's excited to learn more about this great destination?! 1. Bagnell Dam was completed in 1931, which officially formed the Lake of the Ozarks. 2. At its greatest depth, the Lake of the Ozarks is 130 feet deep. 3. The surface of the Lake covers approximately 61,000 square miles. 4. There are more than 1,150 miles of shoreline along the Lake of the Ozarks - more than the coast of California! 5. Of all people who ...

While the investment of home ownership far outweighs the cost of rent, there are a few expenses that you many not have included in your budget. From landscaping to furniture, a new home can incur expenses that you may not have realized to start with. At eXp Realty, we aim to prepare you for home ownership at the start, helping to make this new and exciting transition and smoothly as possible. Here are a few other things that you should figure into your budget when buying a  home at the Lake of the Ozarks . Homeowner's Insurance In Missouri, the average homeowner's insurance premium is $1,191. An insurance premium is paid either annually or monthly, and it will depend on your insurance provider. If you are getting a mortgage for your home, many lenders will require that you have homeowner's insurance. It's worth it to do your research and call around for the best price and service. Utility Bills These may not come to mind immediately, especially if you've be...

Buying a home can be a huge purchase, and for many - the biggest. You want to make sure that you inspect every single detail, and that nothing is left unnoticed so you're not surprised later on. From inside to outside and top to bottom, there are many areas that you'll want to get up close with to make sure nothing seems out of sorts. At eXp Realty, our Lake of the Ozarks real estate agents are experienced in these walk-throughs, and can help you make a wise purchase, but just so you're prepared, here are a few things you'll want to look for when looking at a Lake of the Ozarks home . Examine the Roof When you're buying a home, you want to make sure that there aren't any concerns with the roof. Look at the surface and make sure you aren't seeing any bubbles, dents, bumps, concaves, etc. Does the roof look new? These are a few of the things you'll want to notice as you inspect the roof of the home. Replacing it can get costly, so pay attention to i...