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What Defines a Luxury Home?

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In this constantly changing real estate market, what makes a luxury home stand apart from all the rest? Luxury homes are typically valued within the top 10% of other properties in the surrounding areas, but there is so much more that puts these homes in a league of their own. Luxury homes at the Lake of the Ozarks feature spectacular views – both lakefront and rolling countryside hills – high-end finishes, stunning architectural detail, and, of course, location and amenities. LOCATION: There are many prime locations for luxury homes within the Lake of the Ozarks. From gated communities to golf courses or lakefront properties – choosing your perfect location is up to you, depending on your lifestyle preference! The more prestigious the setting, the more value is placed on the properties due to its history and standing in the community. AMENITIES: Amenities play a huge role in setting the bar for  luxury home living  at the Lake of the Ozarks. From swimming pools to golf course...

Staging Secrets for a Luxury Home

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Are you ready to sell your luxury home at Lake of the Ozarks? If so, I am ready to help. One of the first steps you can take to get it ready for the market is staging. The secret to staging is taking out anything that makes it feel too personal, but arranging what’s left to create an impeccable design, and then filling in the gaps with newer items. When buyers are looking for luxury homes, they have incredible style and a list of things they want to get from a home. As your luxury home real estate agent at Lake of the Ozarks , it’s my job to help you appeal to the perfect buyer. Here are a few great secrets to staging luxury homes! Keep It Neutral Make sure you that you maintain color neutrality through the home. This will allow prospective buyers to visualize themselves in the home. This may not sound like a secret, but that doesn’t make it any less important. Buyers can sometimes be turned off by a home that has a bold style. Stage Every Room Luxury homes require luxury staging. It’...

Top Must Have Items When Selling A Luxury Home

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If you are considering listing a luxury home for sale at Lake of the Ozarks , this has been an amazing time to sell. Not only are home selling quickly, but the interest rates for mortgages have been encouraging. All of these combine to create an amazing seller's market, and if you are thinking about selling, there is no time like the present. Luxury homes are magnificent, especially at the lake, and they practically sell themselves in the way they are styled, designed, and those amazing amenities that make these million-dollar homes stand out.   Here are a few things that home buyers want in a luxury home. If your home has them and you have been thinking about listing - we can help! Even if your home does not have all of them, it is still a great time to list, and you could even add them before listing. Technology A majority of luxury homeowners are looking for technology in their homes. The ability to be able to adjust the lights, HVAC, security system, and even lock the doors fro...

Luxury Lake Home: The Difference in Luxury Real Estate Services at the Lake

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 When it comes to buying and selling luxury real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks , there is a certain level of finesse required to handle these high-caliber transactions. When you work with Luxury Lake Home , you're receiving unmatched service and resources. We are partnered with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, a globally recognized and respected company. This partnership gives us access to the highest level of real estate education, tools, and connections to handle even the most complex of your luxury real estate needs. The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing I am a graduate of this premier organization that is renowned as the best luxury training in the industry. This organization provides thorough training on the best practices to effectively and efficiently market luxury real estate to ideal clients. Having this designation from this highly accredited institution gives me an advantage when assisting clients of wealth in buying or selling luxury real estate at the Lake of the ...

Important Questions for Your Luxury Real Estate Agent

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 Whether you're buying or selling a luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks , one of the first and most essential aspects of your transaction will be who to select as your real estate agent. The right agent will have a wealth of knowledge on the market trends, area pricing, and the latest technology for their industry. Choosing a luxury real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks isn't just about the logistics though, it's important to not forget about your gut feeling - if the knowledge is there but the feeling isn't, don't ignore your first instinct. At Luxury Lake Home, we make it a point to stay on top of all industry and market research to provide you the best possible luxury home experience. Here are just a few questions to feel out your real estate agent when making the decision. How Long Have You Been in Business? While this isn't always a cut and dry way to analyze your agent, there are some outstanding agents that are new to the industry. However, typic...

How to Winterize Your Luxury Lake Home

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We've just officially entered into the fall season, and the cooler weather is a reminder that winter is right around the corner. You know what that means, time to winterize the vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks . It's important when you own a luxury vacation home, to ensure there are plans in place to maintain the property while you're away during the winter months. This can be accomplished simply and effectively by hiring a professional company to routinely check the home for maintenance needs, and even cleaning. This keeps your luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks secure, functioning properly, and ready for your next visit to the lake. Outside of the house care plan, here are a few other items that should be considered as we head towards winter. Check Your Insurance Policy It's a good rule of thumb to periodically check what your insurance policy covers, especially during the winter months while you're away. Ensure that your policy actively covers all nece...

Luxury Listings Are Selling Fast at the Lake of the Ozarks - Part 2

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We have been pleasantly surprised by the busy season that has come upon the Luxury real estate market at Lake of the Ozarks this year. We can't hardly keep these listings on the market long enough to show them off! If you have been considering selling luxury real estate at Lake of the Ozarks this is an amazing time to get the process started. Here are two listings that we have sold recently to inspire you, and if you want to see more, be sure to check out last week's blog ( Luxury Listings Are Selling Fast at the Lake of the Ozarks - Part 1 ) where we covered the first two properties - they were exceptional! The Home on Monterey Place  This luxury residence located on the 3-mile marker of the Big Niangua is the perfect spot! Large home with 5 bedrooms (possibly 6), 3 living areas, along with 2 large decks plus a 14X63 foot patio, over 1500 square foot! This home was built for entertaining & large gatherings (seller once had 62 people visit)! If garages are your thing, thi...

Creating Those Luxurious Garden Spaces

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April is Garden Month, and what an incredible month to focus on your home gardens and luxury landscapes. If you have been thinking about giving your home a facelift on the outside and improving the curb appeal, there are a few trends you’ll want to know about. Luxury homes at the Lake of the Ozarks are known for their exquisite style, beauty, and even magnificence. 2020 is a great year to improve the spaces you have and really make them shine, so here are a few ways you can do that outdoors! Wildlife Planting This trend has been picking up every year, and will only increase as the up and coming generations place such a high priority on habitats and biological benefits. Wildlife planting or re-wilding is a way of restoring urban and suburban yards to life-supporting habitats. This means that native and climate-adapted plants are making up a large portion of landscaped spaces, and there are several reasons for this. One of the first reasons it’s so beneficial is because native sp...

5 Ways to Get Your Summer Home Ready for the Season

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The countdown to summer has begun (it’s 59 days in case you were wondering), and if you are just itching to get to your vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks , you aren’t alone. Your luxury home at the Lake of the Ozarks should feel like an escape, and you may just be needing one of those right about now. As summer gets closer, here are a few things that can be done to get your home ready for the busy, bustling summer season! Have Your HVAC Serviced Coming back for a hot summer weekend at your lake home is going to look much different if you get here to find that your air conditioner is broken. Now is a great time to make sure that your HVAC system is running smoothly and ready to keep you cool all summer long. The filter will need to be checked, and it’s always a good idea to have your unit tuned up annually to help extend its life and keep it running efficiently. If you aren’t sure where to start, our team can offer some referrals if you need the names of some companies at ...

Pantone’s Color of the Year - In Luxury

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The Pantone Color Institute announced the color of the year for 2019, and it is a fun change to colors that we’ve seen recently. Living Coral is a vibrant, energetic, and uplifting color, and it a wonderful shade for decorating your vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks . If you are ready to change up the design, style, or feel of your Lake of the Ozarks luxury home , using the color of the year may be just what you need to renew the life of your space. Here are some fun ways you can incorporate it. Pops of Color While many times, bold color is only seen as an accent, Living Coral is really a perfect shade. It can accent your home wonderfully through pillows, bathroom towels, or area rugs. But it also is just warm enough that it can fill an entire space without over-stimulating it. We’re expecting to see this color really take the limelight though, through accents. Target These Rooms If you aren’t sure where to feature this color, it’s a great shade for rooms that get too ...

Luxury Landscaping Trends at the Lake of the Ozarks

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While we may be in the "dead of winter” there is still no time like the present to start thinking about your landscape. You don't have to be buying or selling luxury real estate at the Lake of the Ozarks to be interested in the curb appeal of your home (but if you're selling your million dollar lake home, take notes!). Here are a few fun trends that you'll see hitting the ground this year. Take a look, and start making plans! Before you know it, the days will be 70 degrees and sunny again. Practical Pergolas These have been a staple for years, but whether you choose one made from wood or composite materials, you’ll find the sophisticated upgrades are making them grand. This can include roll down windows, space heaters, lighting and sound systems, and more! Pair this with a luxury outdoor kitchen, cozy seating area, a fire feature, and of course a large pool overlooking the Lake of the Ozarks and you’ll find this to be a wonderful structure for your outdoor sa...