When You Sell Your House,
It's the Little Things That Count

From the publishers of Moneysworth Magazine

You'll never recoup the value of a swimming pool, or most other major improvements when you sell your house. In fact, such additions can decrease its value. Instead concentrate on two rooms that CAN help sell a house: the KITCHEN and BATHROOM.

Even cheaper:

• Paint the front entrance and put a couple of pots of geraniums by the door.
• If rooms are even the slightest bit cluttered, remove some of the furniture.
• No matter what you have in your closets, take at least half of it out.
• Remove at least half of what you have on your kitchen counter.
• Clean the house thoroughly and keep the windows clean. Hire a cleaning service if you must.
• Tighten any loose knobs or faucets.
• Make sure the porch light and bell are working.
• And just before the agent shows the house: Close the garage door.
• Park the kids and the pets with a neighbor.
• Put away the kids' toys.
• Turn on all the lights, and open all the curtains. Exception: Leave the curtains drawn if the window looks out on a wall with graffiti proclaiming, "Crips Rule."
• If there's a smoker in the house, remove ashtrays and other evidence of tobacco. Use an air freshener if the house doesn't already smell fresh. But don't bother if there's a nice cooking aroma from the kitchen.
• Turn off appliances. It's good, however, to have very soft music playing in the background.
• Call, stop in or email us for a FREE copy of the Homeseller's Handbook.

Buying a home at the Lake is something
you have always dreamed of... but don't
let your dreams become a nightmare.

The Lake area has some unique concerns that Buyers need to be aware of. Septic regulations, dock and seawall permits, zoning (or the lack of), easements, joint use and ownership of water wells, drives or lateral fields.... and the list goes on.

Although a Realtor® is not an expert in all these areas, a Realtor® will have the information necessary to assist you with getting the proper information and services. If you're in the market for a home, keep this in mind: The more you know-about what to ask, how to search, and who to watch for-the better off you'll end up. So arm yourself with knowledge. We'll help.

We can give you advice on working with a buyer's agent, finding your dream home, getting a mortgage, and more. It's all designed to make you a more informed, intelligent home buyer. A sharp, hard-working real estate agent can be your greatest ally-not only in finding a home, but also in guiding you through the buying process.

We are experienced in Buyer's Representation at the Lake of the Ozarks. Call, stop in or email us for a FREE copy of the Homebuyers Handbook and other information on how to buy a home in today's market, at Lake of the Ozarks Call Toll Free 1-888-993-LAKE or (573) 374-2771 Located on Highway 5 just north of Route F in Sunrise Beach