Dan Sells the Lake

As the temperature drops, you may notice you are spending more and more time inside your home. Take advantage of this opportunity to make some improvements to your interior. Whether you plan to sell your home at the Lake of the Ozarks soon or are simply wanting to make a few updates for your own comfort, it's a great time of year to tackle these projects. Below you can find a few ideas of tasks you may want to add to your to do list this winter. 1) Add Insulation Not only does insulation help keep the warmth inside your home during the winter months, it can help to keep the cool in during the warmer times of the year too. While you are stuck inside due to the cold weather, you may as well ensure the warmth is staying inside your home too. Adding insulation to your attic is a great place to start the project. If you have an unfinished exterior wall, its a good idea to add insulation to that as well. 2) Repaint the Walls Now that you are inside your home more, you may be ...

You’ve decided to sell your home. Congratulations! With hundreds of different properties on the market though, how do you make yours stand out to prospective buyers? Keep reading for 5 tips from your favorite Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent . 1. Spice Up the Exterior. When trying to sell your home, first impressions are very important. In order to make your home stand out, you’ll want to start with the exterior. Hire a landscape company to freshen the grounds and trim the shrubs. Repaint the mailbox, door, fence, etc. Hide the trashcans and any kids toys. The improvements increase your curb appeal and entice buyers to want to look inside. 2. Create a Focal Point in Every Room. Each room in your home should have a feature that defines the space. Focal points help to visually draw buyers into the room. For the bedroom, maybe it’s a nicely made bed. For the living room, create a cozy sitting area with throw pillows and a fluffy comforter on the couch. Use pieces ...

Living life lakeside is a peaceful way to enjoy retirement. The sound of waves hitting the shoreline and the breeze are just a few of the many reasons more people are choosing to move to the Lake of the Ozarks to retire. Choosing a home can be a long process, but I can help you find that perfect home that caters to your budget and your longing to live at a waterfront location. The best real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks is here to assist you with finding the perfect place to live. Food & Drinks Whether its breakfast, lunch, happy hour, or dinner, the variety of food and drinks offered at the Lake of the Ozarks are delicious! From fine dining on land to fresh catches from the water, the Lake of the Ozarks has everything you need to satisfy your appetite! Over half of all the Lake area restaurants are located directly on the water, which makes it much more convenient for you to travel there by boat. Life on the Water If you like to fish, life at the Lake will be per...

Moving from one home to another is a daunting task that can easily become stressful. In fact, it’s considered to be the 3rd most stressful life event. You often have a deadline of when you have to be out of your current residence and you have to wait for the closing to move into your new place. With a little planning and anticipation though, you can reduce the stress on moving day. Keep reading for a few tips from your Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent . 1. Make a Plan Before You Start Packing.  Before you even start packing, make a plan for how the days leading up to moving day and how the actual moving day will go. Start early and give yourself enough time. Rushing through packing and doing everything last minute really adds a lot of stress. Make a list of utility companies, such as electric, water, internet, cable, etc. that you will need to call and either cancel or transfer service for. Set aside some time to fill out a change of address form. While you can do this...