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Because of the big rivers, many lakes and wetlands, Missouri is the nation's leading bald eagle states. During the winter months, eagles migrate and congregate near open waters in tall trees to spot prey and night roosts for sheltering, which makes Lake of the Ozarks the perfect place to see the nation's bird. Ameren Missouri's Eagle Days is one of the most popular winter events at the Lake of the Ozarks, and this year's event takes place January 7 & 8. Your Lake of the Ozarks REALTOR has all the details on the 2017 Eagle Days.  Photo Credit:  FunLake.com 2017 Ameren Missouri's Eagle Days January 7 & 8, 2017  Get out your coats, hats and gloves for Ameren Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks Eagle Days, which will return for its 17th year on Saturday, January 7, 2017 and Sunday, January 8, 2017. Eagle Day's first live eagle program was held in 1999 and attracted 651 participants. Last year, over 3,700 people attended, which made it one of t

The winter months are usually the time when people are looking to deck their own halls - not buying a new one. However, buying a home during the wintertime could be a smart move. If you are serious about buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks , take advantages to all that the winter months have to offer in the real estate market. Your Lake of the Ozarks REALTOR explains a few advantages of why you should start your home search now rather than waiting until the spring. Fewer Buyers Durning the winter months, there are typically fewer buyers, which means there's less competition when it comes to the homes that are on the market. People are taking time off from home searching, due to the holidays, weather and other reasons and will resume again in the spring. Less competition means you won't run into bidding wars and sellers are more flexible with the price. Motivated Sellers If a homeowner is selling their house during the winter, they are typically motivated and ready

Although we are in the midst of the winter season, the Lake of the Ozarks hasn't died down. In fact, the Lake area is quite lively during the "off-season." So if you are thinking of selling your Lake of the Ozarks home , now is the time to do it! Although spring is a popular time for home sales, winter comes in a close second. Your Lake of the Ozarks REALTOR has five reasons why you shouldn't wait until the spring to place your home on the market.  1. Strong Demand According to the National Association of Realtors, buyer demand remains very strong throughout the winter season. Home buyers during the winter are ready, willing and able to purchase. 2. Less Competition Most people want to wait until spring to list their home, which means there are fewer houses on the market during the winter. If you list ahead of time, you can be one of only a limited number of properties available, which means you're likely to have more interest than in the spring when the

There's a lot involved in the purchase of a house from finding the best mortgage to getting the down payment squared away. If you are thinking of purchasing a new home at the Lake of the Ozarks , here are a few things you should consider before you begin the home buying process.  1. Check Your Credit Your credit history is one of the biggest factors lenders use to determine whether you're a good borrower. When you get ready to apply for a mortgage, check your credit report, and if needed, file written disputes to eliminate errors. If you have credit cards with high balances, try to pay them down to show that you're not using all of your available credit, which could send up a red flag for some lenders.  2. Evaluate Assets & Liabilities It's important to know how you're spending your money. Do you have enough to save at the end of the money or do you go from pay check to pay check? If you understand where your money is being spent, you may be able to chan

Winter is one of the best times to buy a home as there is not much competition. However, moving during the winter, especially in Missouri, can be a bit difficult. With snow, rain and cold wind, being outside and moving big boxes are one of the last things you might want to do. Luckily, your Lake of the Ozarks real estate has a few moving tips if you find your dream home during the winter months.  1. Check The Weather Missouri during the winter can experience some extreme weather from cold wind to snow storms and everything in between. It's a good idea to check the weather every week up until the move, however, because it's Missouri and the weather can change quickly, it is also a good idea to check it every day during the week of the move.  2. Protect The Floors Because of the weather, it is a good idea to cover the floors to protect the carpet and hardwood. Buy tarp or drop cloth to create paths from the door to the different rooms in your new home.  3. Lower The Te

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas around the Lake of the Ozarks! To get in the spirit of the holiday even more, many areas around the Lake are setting up light displays and your Lake of the Ozark real estate agent has all details. Enchanted Village of Lights The Enchanted Village of Lights at the Laurie Fairgrounds is presented by the City of Laurie. It is one of the largest drive-through holiday light parks in mid-Missouri. There is no charge to drive through the Enchanted Village and look at the lights, however, any donations are greatly appreciated.  When: November 18 - January 1 Where: Laurie Fairgrounds Time: Open nightly 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. (until 10:00 p.m. on weekends) Price: Donations welcomed St. Patrick's Festival of Lights The Festival of Lights at the Shrine of St. Patrick, off HWY 5 in Laurie, is the oldest light park in the area. It began in 1981 with hundreds of lights decorating the buildings and grounds and has continued to grow eac

Whether you live here year round or part time, when you own a home at the Lake of the Ozarks , there are many reasons to be thankful. From the beautiful landscape to the amazing community events, the Lake of the Ozarks is a wonderful community that gives us a lot to be thankful for. With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, your Lake of the Ozarks REALTOR has shared a few reasons why this is an incredible place to call home.  1. Seasonal Views Whether is fall, winter, spring or summer, the Lake of the Ozarks is always beautiful. During the fall, the Lake area is surrounded by beautiful trees that are covered in colorful leaves. In the spring, you can gaze at all the flowers that are blooming. Although the area is known for being a popular place to travel in the summer, no matter the season, there are always gorgeous Lake views.  2. Community Events The Lake of the Ozarks is loaded with annual events all year long. Our summer "tourist" season is filled with Harbor Hops,

When selling your Lake of the Ozarks home , there are a few things you should do before putting it on the market. One of those things is staging your home. Staging is an important part of the selling process, as it will make your home look more inviting and potential buyers can see themselves living there if done properly. Your Lake of the Ozarks REALTOR has a few staging tips for your living to hopefully get potential buyers interested in your home. Staging Tips For Living Room  - Have shelves free of clutter. You want the shelves to be somewhat bare, so potential buyers can visualize their belongings there. - Remove any personal items, such as family pictures. Again, you want the buyers to visualize themselves living in your home. When you depersonalize your home, it is easier for home buyers to picture themselves living there.  - Painting your walls are an easy way to update and freshen up your home. It is relatively cheap and will make a big difference in appearance. If yo

There are many fun events happening at the Lake of the Ozarks this autumn. From fishing tournaments to holiday markets, there is something for everyone. Thanksgiving is just a couple weeks away. If you are unsure where to spend it, there are many local places offering a Thanksgiving buffet. Check out some of the exciting things you can do during November & where you can spend your Thanksgiving dinner, brought to you by your Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent . November Events   Photo Credit: FunLake.com Deer Widows Weekend While the men are out in the woods, the women can enjoy some shopping! Over the weekend, shoppers can enjoy a VIP Welcome Reception, Win Big Bucks Scratch Cards and a Block Party on Sunday. The VIP Welcome Reception will feature entertainment and light refreshments and is held in the common area of the center on Friday evening. The Win Big Bucks scratch card event hosted on Saturday will feature at least 200 scratch cards and are available at each