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Get the House Ready for a Great Summer!

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With Memorial Weekend behind us and June just around the corner, it's officially time to get ready for summer at the Lake of the Ozarks! Your Favorite Real Estate Team has the best real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks , and we know just how to help you get your home ready for this season. Whether you are looking for a great summer in your vacation home, a fresh outlook on your forever lake house, or ways to prepare your home for sale this summer... Today's blog is for you! Keep reading to learn our favorite tips and tricks to get the house ready for summer. Check Appliances and HVAC  There are few things as frustrating as trying to use something that has broken without you knowing it. Especially if it's on a weekend when a lot of stores and services are closed! While there are some emergency technicians available, it's best to prepare ahead of time and prevent major issues before they even happen.  Check-in on your refrigerator, freezer, oven, washer and d

Memorial Weekend Schedule at the Lake!

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The Lake of the Ozarks is a wonderful place to be any time of the year, but this weekend it's even better! The long weekend accompanying Memorial Day has long been considered the official start to summer at the Lake of the Ozarks. Your Favorite Real Estate Team loves this time of year as the Lake comes to life with people having a great time and enjoying one another's company. Get ready to visit the Lake and take a peek at the schedule of great things to see, hear, and do this weekend! Photo Credit: FunLake Saturday | May 23rd Ozark Sailing Club Open House Saturday, May 23rd, 2020 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Ozark Yacht Club | 500 Yacht Club Landing Dr, Lake Ozark, MO The members of the Ozark Sailing Club invite you to swing by and see what they're all about! For more information, contact Commodore Norm Buechting at 573-434-1593 Live Music by The J-Bombs Saturday, May 23rd, 2020 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Captain Ron's Bar & Grill | 82 Aloha Lane, Sunrise Beach,

Take Your Credit's Temperature Before You Buy!

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Buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks is a big decision. It would be a bummer to find the home of your dreams only to get denied a home loan, or not be able to afford the payment, due to a low credit score.  Your Favorite Real Estate Team has the best real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks , and we are here to help you with everything you need to know about buying a house.  Getting approved for a home loan is a big part of the process, so it's important to make sure you are ready for it. Today's blog is all about credit scores and what you might not know about how they are calculated. (Please note that we are not financial advisors, so it's best to consult a professional advisor or loan officer before making a decision.) What Affects Credit? Credit scores can be confusing, but there are a few proven principles that make up the main influences of a person's credit. Payment History Credit Mix New Applications History Length Utilization Thes

Home Maintenance to Improve Curb Appeal!

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Your Favorite Real Estate Team is the best real estate company , so we know what it takes to sell a house at the Lake of the Ozarks . One of these things is to improve your curb appeal. Did you know that some buyers will drive around to view homes for sale before asking their realtor for an official showing? Some potential buyers want to get a feel for what the house looks like before investing time in touring the whole house. Make sure you get the showings your house deserves by performing these simple maintenance tips to help give buyers a great first impression! Trim the Bushes and Pull the Weeds Nothing can kill the curb appeal of a home quite like overgrown greenery and scruffy weeds. If the house is hidden by unruly plants, it can give potential buyers the impression that the home itself hasn't been taken care of very well. Clean-cut shrubbery and well-manicured gardens help make a home look clean and inviting as soon as someone pulls up to the house. Wash t