Team Andy Gibson - Keller Williams Lake of the Ozarks Realty

Part of  selecting a real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks  to work with when selling, buying, or leasing your home is getting to the know the staff you’ll be working with. Team Andy Gibson wants to make sure you feel comfortable with our teams’ abilities. In order to make sure you feel confident and at ease, we want to spotlight our newest team member so you can get to know him a little better. It is our pleasure to introduce team member Scott Starnes – Our Leasing Director and newest Real Estate Agent! A Little About Scott Scott is the newest member of our team and we couldn’t be more excited! Scott grew up near the Lake of the Ozarks in Lebanon, MO. However, through the years he has lived in many different locations of the Midwest. He and his wife, Cathy,  recently moved back to the area from Michigan. He comes from a background of 35 plus years in retail management, in which he attributes to his amazing ability to provide outstanding customer ser...

Now is the perfect time to relocate to the Lake of the Ozarks . And if you're looking for a reasonably priced home that offers country seclusion and a gorgeous view, look no further! Team Andy Gibson has just what you're looking for - This week's featured property is a MUST SEE! Feast your eyes on this beautiful property located overlooking the Osage River: 200 Keigan Drive, Eldon List $: $349,900 MLS #: 3507819 Sitting atop one of the highest elevations in the region, this country home is like God’s way of giving us a preview of Heaven. This property overlooks the Osage River along with thousands of acres of unspoiled nature. A bit of Backyard Bliss! Going out and seeing trees instead of buildings, hearing birds instead of people, smelling grass instead of fumes, living every day where others go to camp and discovering the blessings of nature… Life is just BETTER in the country. Especially, when you have all the comforts of this well maintained home. Be sure ...

Your home should be your sanctuary, a refuge from the stresses of everyday life, where you can relax, enjoy yourself and spend time with friends and family. If your home isn't bringing you the happiness it should, take a look at the following tips to help put a smile on your face whenever you walk in your front door. Surround Yourself with Mood Boosting Colors Red, orange and yellow are most often associated with generating positive feelings. If those colors don't make you smile, surround yourself with the colors that you're most drawn to. Try using one of your favorite memories for inspiration. If you took a life-changing trip to Greece a few years ago, why not paint your bedroom the deep blue of the Aegean Sea? Fill the Air with Blissful Scents Many scents, including jasmine, citrus and freshly baked bread, are reported to be linked to happiness. Scent is also closely linked with memory, so filling your home with a scent tied to happy memories will give your spir...

Now is the perfect time to start looking at buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks ! We've got a featured property that we think you'll LOVE! This property offers gorgeous views, seclusion, and very unique attributes that you may not have even realized you wanted! The icing on the cake? The price is AFFORDABLE! Check out this week's featured property: 71 Mission Hills Lane, Camdenton MO List $109,900 MLS #3508143 This amazing 2 bedroom, 1 bath seasonal lakeview home is located on 1.3 wooded acres in Camdenton. The property is in a private, peaceful location close to restaurants, shopping, and the Camdenton School District. The home was recently updated with new flooring, paint, and roof. The living room is spacious with a gorgeous stone fireplace for those cold winter nights. The large kitchen is equipped with a cooktop and plenty of cabinet space. Take advantage of the multiple decks by relaxing after a long day. The gigantic deck right off the home is ready...

Many people choose to visit the Lake of the Ozarks for vacation each year. In fact, they enjoy it here so much that coming here becomes an annual tradition. Eventually for some, that dream to one day relocate to the Lake of the Ozarks permanently becomes reality. And we couldn't be more excited to welcome them with open arms! With all the Lake area has to offer, we completely understand why families choose time and again to make the Lake area home. Here are just a few of the reasons why YOU should relocate to the Lake of the Ozarks ! Fantastic School Districts In the Lake of the Ozarks area, we have several schools that rank well in graduation rates. Out of 12 school districts in the area, 11 of those schools have graduation rates of 95% or higher! The largest school district in the area, The School of the Osage school district, has continuously ranked higher on ACT scoring than the average composite score for the state of Missouri. Many of the schools offer better student to...

While many people believe that winter is the worst time for selling a home at the Lake of the Ozarks, we've seen time and again this year and for the last couple of years that this simply isn't true. In fact, some of our best times for selling have been during the winter "slow" season! So, if you're ready to get your home sold, it's time to talk to the real estate team who's had fantastic luck with sales in the off season. As a start, it's beneficial to prepare your home before listing it. A few minor touch-ups and attention to detail can go a long way towards making a favorable impression on potential buyers — and perhaps closing a deal. So, before you list your home for sale, put your buyer’s hat on and walk through your home like it's the first time. Doing this will open your eyes to things you may not have noticed otherwise. Here are some handy tips to help you through the prep process before listing a  home for sale at the Lake of the Oz...

Every month, we take a look back at how the market is affected by several different factors that take place daily throughout the world, not just within the real estate industry. For  Team Andy Gibson , it's essential for us to stay up to date on the current market fluctuations so that we can help our clients make the best decisions for their real estate needs. So, this month, we're taking a look back on the past month to give you an insider's perspective on how the market is holding up today. December 2018 Market Update According to the National Association of REALTORS®, existing home sales increased in October after six consecutive months of decline. Buyers are stepping back into the housing market with an increasing number of homes for sale. Interest Rates According to Freddie Mac, 30-year fixed rates decreased slightly to 4.81 percent in October from 4.85 percent in September. This rate remains well below the historical average of 8.90 percent. Home Sales The...

Buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks  can be a fun and exciting experience. But finding the right home is just one step in the process. Getting approved for a home loan is just as important. So to help you get on the right track to be approvable for your first home loan, the  best real estate team at the Lake of the Ozarks  wants to offer some tips to help you get approved for a home loan! 1. Check Your Credit Score Having a lower credit score doesn't necessarily prevent you from getting a mortgage loan, but it can definitely affect your chances and your interest rates. Having a good credit score puts you in a position to attract the best deal on your home loan. So it’s a good idea to obtain a copy of your credit report before starting the home buying process. By knowing what your credit report looks like, you can then take steps to improve your credit score if necessary before lenders start looking. 2. Start Saving for a Down Payment Depending on your lender ...

Whether you're a private buyer looking for ultimate seclusion and privacy, or a developer looking for the perfect opportunity to build a one-of-a-kind  commercial development at the Lake of the Ozarks ,  Team Andy Gibson  has a unique opportunity for you! How does owning your own private island sound? Too good to be true? The opportunity is actually not as unrealistic as you may think. Check out this gorgeous  undeveloped private island available for purchase ! Set on one of the largest man-made lakes in North America, Lake of the Ozarks, this Private Island located at the 26 Mile Marker, boasts nearly one-half mile of pristine shoreline. This beautiful lake is made up of 54,000 acres and has more than 1,150 miles of shoreline. Osage Beach and Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville Resort are mainland neighbors and only a kayak ride away. This absolutely gorgeous Island offers a front-row seat for some of the most picturesque scenery in the state. The area has seen a...

New home automation technologies pop up each year. Some technologies can be a great selling point when listing your Lake of the Ozarks home for sale . Not only that, but they can make your life a little easier when you add them to your new home. Here are five pieces of currently trending tech that can make your home a little smarter: 1. Video Doorbells See who is at your door, whether you're inside or halfway around the globe. In addition to cameras, these doorbells offer two-way communication, so you can tell that deliveryman to leave your package by the door. 2. Smart Speakers These Wi-Fi-enabled speakers not only let you queue up your favorite jams on demand, but many also come with smart assistants, like Amazon's Alexa, Google's Assistant or Apple's Siri. 3. Smart Lighting Thanks to special light bulbs and switches, you can turn lamps, overhead fixtures or exterior lights on with a simple voice command. 4. Smart Fridges Ever been to the grocery store ...

If you've considered moving, and are looking to buy a lakefront luxury condo at the Lake of the Ozarks , look no further. This condo, located in the highly sought after Tuscany-Firenze condo complex in Camdenton, is everything you've been searching for and more! Check it out: Take a look at this exquisite top floor Penthouse offered on the 31 Mile Marker of Lake of the Ozarks! This fully furnished, high-end condo at Tuscany offers all top of the line amenities. The great room welcomes you with high ceilings and jaw dropping views. The kitchen offers solid surface counters, spacious pantry space, custom cabinets, and tile flooring. The Master Suite is equipped with a jetted tub, direct access to the private screened in deck, and more. In addition, the upstairs loft area is gigantic! Take advantage of this space by allowing your guests additional privacy when visiting. This loft area also includes a full private bath, which allows you to use this space as a 4th bedroom! Fe...

While real estate is a large part of what we do, we also offer  property management services at the Lake of the Ozarks . Andy began his real estate career as a long-term leasing manager in 2010. Andy’s extensive experience as a  property manager at the Lake of the Ozarks  makes him the logical choice when choosing a property manager to care for your investment property. Here are some advantages of hiring  Team Andy Gibson  that can benefit your investment goals. Marketing Your Property When you decide to rent out your home or condo, part of the process of finding a tenant is marketing the property. When hiring a property manager to handle this process for you, you can be sure the advertising used will be crafted to draw in interest to reach prospects more quickly. There is also a certain strategy to marketing properties to avoid scams or unwanted visitors from showing up to your property and causing damage. Our experience in knowing how to word advert...

Perhaps you recently accepted a job offer, or you just needed a change of scenery and decided now was the time to make that change. Uprooting your life isn't an easy feat—yet, it's exciting and new when you're moving to the Lake of the Ozarks ! You'll get to explore a whole new place and all that that new place has to offer! There'll be new activities, new restaurants, new friends, new parks, and more. What should you know about your new hometown? What research should you do ahead of time to ensure you relocate to a place you'll be comfortable living in? Here's what you need to know: Do Your Research Before Buying (or Renting)  The area you live in makes your home what it is. Check out Google Maps before your big move. Maybe even make a list of the advantages and disadvantages to each area you research—it can help make the decision easier. If your kids are in school, you'll likely want a school facility close by. Do you want them to attend a pr...

As a real estate agent, one of our goals is of course to sell property. It's how we make a living. But for Team Andy Gibson , there's more to our career than just the money. The sole purpose that Andy started his own team is because he knows there's more to life than just making a dollar. The point of becoming a real estate agent is to not only better our own lives, but to better the lives of others as well. For Andy, this means his clients, as well as his team members. This week, Team Andy Gibson got to do something pretty amazing. We got to celebrate one of our newest members' success in hitting a goal that most agents don't hit within their first year. We want to give a huge shout out and congratulations to Laura Hatfield for selling her first MILLION DOLLARS IN SALES! Laura had no idea she was receiving an award for hitting her first $1M! Laura was able to do this by utilizing her exceptional skills in listening, negotiating, organization, attention ...

While many people think that Fall is a slow time for real estate, it's actually quite the opposite! Now is the perfect time list your home for sale! Now, there are some things you should do to prepare your home before listing it. Now's the time to put your buyer's hat on and look at your house from an outsider's perspective. A few minor touch-ups and attention to detail can go a long way towards making a favorable impression on potential buyers — and perhaps closing a deal. Make notes on what you, as a buyer, would notice, and then make those upgrades or changes. Here are a few suggestions to help you through the prep process before listing a  home for sale at the Lake of the Ozarks . Clean We cannot stress this enough. CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN! And when you think you've cleaned enough, clean some more! Cleaning your home should go beyond the usual weekly or day-to-day cleaning job. This could take all day (maybe multiple) to complete, and you might want to hire ...