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Lake of the Ozarks is preparing for a weekend full of holiday festivities. There will be plenty of live music and family-friendly activities to celebrate the Fourth of July. Your Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent has the details on area events happening this weekend, so you don’t miss any of the excitement. Live Entertainment Photo Credit: Chris Bandi Facebook Christ Bandi Live in Concert Chris Bandi isn’t your average country singer. From bars to fraternity parties to sold out shows, this St. Louis native knows how to captivate any audience. This all-ages event has no cover charge. Where: Picklehead’s Roadhouse at 1013 State Rd. TT in Sunrise Beach When: July 1 Time: 8:00 p.m. Colt Ford with Special Guest Lenny Cooper Colt Ford is a diverse country star from Georgia. Enjoy his new album, “Answer to No One: The Colt Ford Classic,” before the concert! Tickets are $15 in advanced and $25 at the door. Where:  Picklehead’s Roadhouse at 1013...

The process of selling your home at the Lake of the Ozarks is a lot different from when you bought it. Buyers are not only looking for a great value, but they are also looking for a place to call home. Finding the right Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent to sell your home is often the first step, but there is a lot more to do in order to sell your home fast. Selling your home can often be a stressful situation, but it doesn’t have to be with these 7 tips for home sellers: 1. Price it Right the First Time. Your home gets the most views the first 2 weeks it’s on the market. Make sure you price it fairly the first time in order to get the most out of these views. You only get one chance to make a good first impression, do not waste that opportunity. 2. Let There Be Light. A bright, cheerful home will sell quickly. After location, lighting is the next most important factor to home buyers. Lose the drapes, clean the windows, change the lampshades, do whatever you need t...

Summer is in full swing here at Lake of the Ozarks. The season “officially” kicks off June 18 th with the Welcome to Summer Event held at Osage Beach City Park. There will be entertainment, food and fireworks! Your Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent has all the details on this 2 nd annual event. Photo Credit:  www.facebook.com/Pearl.Nation.Fan.Page Welcome to Summer This family-friendly event will start off with concessions at 6 p.m. Enjoy a FREE concert featuring Pearl Nation. They will take the stage at 7 p.m. As soon as it gets dark, the fireworks show will begin. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets! Pearl Nation Hailing from Springfield, Pearl Nation can play it all. Mixing it up with fan favorites and original Pearl Nation songs, they know how to keep the party going. They are a very diverse band playing punk, hip-hop, and dance songs from the 70s, 80s, 90s and now. They cover songs from Stevie Wonder, Journey and The Kings of Leon...

Buying your first home is thrilling, overwhelming, nerve-wracking, and terribly exciting, all at the same time. Sometimes it can seem like you're faced with one insurmountable obstacle after another, but if you stick with it, everything will fall into place in time. Having an experienced real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks to guide you through the process is an invaluable resource. This week, I am uncovering some of the common mistakes first-time buyers make and how you can avoid them when it's your turn. Mistake #1: Forgetting To Think Ahead If you are considering buying a house, you probably plan to live in your new home for several years. As a result, it is imperative that you think ahead and evaluate how well your chosen home will be able to serve you in the coming years. Are there good schools and playgrounds nearby in case you have kids? Is there access to quality healthcare for aging family members? Even if you only plan to live in your new home for a f...

Memorial Weekend may have come and gone, but the summer season at the Lake of the Ozarks is just getting started. This weekend marks the return of another thrilling event that attracts thousands of both locals and vacationers - Lake Race 2016. Your Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent is here to provide you with all the info on this fast-paced, adrenaline-pumping event. Photo Credit: FunLake.com Lake Race  This weekend, skilled drivers will take to the water in  high-speed performance boats  to compete for the grand prize, cheered on by thousands of excited spectators. In addition to the watching the races, attendees will have the chance to meet the drivers in person and see the boats up close. It's definitely going to be an event that you won't want to miss! Lake Race 2016 ~ Schedule Of Events Wednesday, June 1 at 6:00 PM:   Lake Race Volunteer Celebration Location: Beavers at the Dam Team captains and their volunteers will organize final responsibi...