Dan Sells the Lake

Buying a home is a fun process, but it can also be a bit intimidating. From having to look over a home top to bottom looking for detrimental flaws, to evaluating your budget and thinking about floor plans. There can be a lot to consider as you buy a home at the Lake of the Ozarks . The best news that I have for you, though, is that by hiring a Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent , you don’t have to consider everything on your own. Here are a few things that every savvy homebuyer should do - and after you, you can trust me to work out the rest. Decide Ahead of Time It’s important to decide what are must-haves in a home before you ever step foot on your first tour. It can be so easy to get swept away in a home when you first walk in. Without a list of what you really, really want, you may be quick to settle for a home that lake the major details you were hoping for. Every home has flaws, but not every home has the giant backyard for your dogs or the hardwood floors that you’ve be...

Looking to relocate to the Lake of the Ozarks ? Look no further! This gorgeous and spacious home is perfect for you and your family. Take one glance at this welcoming home, and your trusted real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks is sure you'll fall in love! If you're looking to buy a home at the Lake of the Ozarks , this is it. With lake access, a spacious and private backyard, and three levels, this is an offer you can't miss. Read on for an inside look at the latest on the market. 79 Village Marina, Eldon, Missouri 65026 This is a great home in an excellent location! Located just up the hill from Village Marina and Boathouse restaurant (with a family-friendly pool), blacktop roads all the way and in School of the Osage District, this custom built home has all the bells and whistles. This home has a fantastic kitchen made for entertaining, along with huge Wolf gas stove, stainless steel hood, stainless double door refrigerator, double wall oven, wine fridge, gr...

When you begin thinking about buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks , there are a few things that you can do that are in your best interest.  When clients work with me through Dan Sells the Lake , I always make sure that these tips are covered. Keeping them in mind will make the entire search for a home work to your advantage.     1. Make a "wants" and "needs" checklist.  Before you begin looking for a new home at the Lake of the Ozarks , think about exactly what you are looking for.  Next, decide which items are non-negotiable, and which ones would be nice but you could do without.  Every time that you view a house, take the list with you and make notes.  This will help you remember key points about each property after you have seen a few.  Don't just base the list on your life right now.  You will most likely be in your new home for years to come, so make sure that you consider any big life changes that may come along, like a new ba...

Too many people let misunderstandings and fear about buying a home scare them away from doing it. It's actually a lot easier than you would expect. Most of the concerns that are brought up to many Lake of the Ozarks real estate agents are myths rather than truths. I am here to help you learn fact from fiction and get you into that home of your dreams. Here are few of those misconceptions straightened out. It's too hard to get approved for a loan.   You will have to fill out the paperwork and meet qualifications, but many of them are not as stringent as you might assume.  This Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent is here to help you through all of that.   According to the latest statistics, 71% of loan applications were approved in the Fall of 2015.  That puts the odds greatly in your favor.    My credit score isn't high enough to get a loan.   You don't have to have what is considered an "excellent" credit score in order to qualify...

The age old question is, "Should I rent, or should I buy a home?"  Renting can be a great temporary fix until the option to purchase a house becomes available.  Let's look at 5 reasons to buy a house at Lake of the Ozarks instead of renting. 1. No Surprises Rent can increase every few years with inflation and you have nothing to show for the money you put in years down the road. When you buy a house with a fixed-rate mortgage, payments will stay the same until the home is paid off. When you're done, the house is all yours.  When you rent, you are paying a landlord's mortgage payment instead of your own. 2. Tax Savings The first quarter of the year brings about the dreaded tax season. Homeowners have a benefit here as well, in several areas.  First-year homeowners can deduct some of the closing costs  (namely the origination fees) on the loan.  This amount is often over 1% of the total cost of the home, so the savings here can be substantial...

There are many factors that you should consider when you are buying a new home, and the quality of the local school district is a very important one. Even if you do not have children that will be attending school in the area, this factor greatly impacts the value of a house.  A good real estate agent in the Lake of the Ozarks area can give you all of the details that you would like to know about the schools nearby.  Here are a few reasons why this is so important to your home-buying decision.   Resale Value You will probably pay a little more for a house in a good school district, but when you are ready to sell, this fact will also make your resale value remain high.  Even when the market isn't at its best, a quality school district will keep your property desirable to those wanting to buy.  There is also a better chance that the home will sell quickly, because area's like this are in high demand.     Neighborhood Quality Good scho...

July is PGA Family Golf Month, and the Lake area is blessed to have several excellent quality golf courses.  If you are a golf fan, or are interested in becoming one, then you would be very happy buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks .  Not only do I know all about where to find the best real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks , I am an avid golfer, so I can definitely point you in the direction a some amazing places to play.   Golfing can be a great way for a family to spend a day together and get some exercise and fresh air in the process.  Family Golf Month is promoted to show the game as a fun way  for families to engage in a little healthy competition, and it's marvelous for teaching kids discipline, honesty, and sportsmanship.  The Lake of the Ozarks is surrounded by beautiful, professionally built courses that can be both enjoyable and challenging.  Here are a few that you and your family might enjoy giving a try.   Osage Nation...

Thank you for taking a moment to read my brand new blog for Dan Sells the Lake.  When you are looking for the best real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks , take a look at Dan Sells the Lake first.  I have the experience and the knowledge of the lake area market to help you find your dream home.   I will be using this blog to pass along information about Lake of the Ozarks real estate , tips for buying and selling property, fun events and attractions in the Lake area, and all kinds of interesting information for anyone wanting to invest in a place at the Lake.  Information about buying and selling houses I have been a licensed realtor since 2003 in Kansas and Missouri.  Over the years, I have gained knowledge and experience about real estate that allows me to help you with all aspects of both buying and selling.  Many of these blogs will share some of that, focusing on topics directly related to these.    Living at the Lake of the O...