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You might be a bit afraid or intimidated by the whole process of buying your first home. As a top Lake of the Ozarks real estate expert, it's my job to guide you, from beginning to end.

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Selling Your Home >Deal with the Defects

If you are selling a home, the buyers will probably include a home inspection clause in the offer. This will allow them to hire an expert to make sure that the house is structurally sound and all the systems are working properly.

The time to get ready for the home inspection is before you sell your house! Owners usually know about most of the defects in their house, such as plumbing or electrical problems or leaks that occur when it rains. When you decide to put your home on the market, you should repair any defects immediately. Most purchase agreements require sellers to convey the property with all systems and appliances in working order. You won't save money by delaying repairs, and buyers may be frightened away by an inspection report that contains a long list of needed repairs.

Eliminating maintenance as a potential issue in the sale can help you ensure that the transaction goes as smoothly as possible. This is especially important when there is active construction of brand-new homes in the area.

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C. Michael Elliott, REALTORŽ, real estate agent and broker for Lake of the Ozarks, Osage Beach and Laurie Missouri home listings, property and land for sale - NUMBER1EXPERT(tm)

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2882 Bagnell Dam Boulevard
Lake Ozark, Missouri. 65049
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Whether youre buying or selling a home, you need the help of a real estate professional who can make your experience as fast, convenient and rewarding as possible. Technology is rapidly changing how people buy and sell homes. Michael utilizes the very latest technologies to maximize the market appeal of the homes he sells and to make it easier and faster to find a home to buy. When an agent doesnt provide the tools that todays technology has to offer, they put their customers at a distinct disadvantage. Michael began his real estate career in 1981 and quickly established himself as a consistent, top-producing agent at Lake of the Ozarks as well as earning an excellent reputation for customer service. I believe success is measured in client satisfaction, and it is my goal to provide a personal service to each individual that entrusts me with their real estate needs, says Elliott, sharing his philosophy, a satisfied customer is the best business strategy. Michael and his team of staff and agents have a reputation for excellence that makes Gattermeir Elliott the premier personal service real estate firm at the Lake. With over 20 years experience, Michael is well versed on the Lake market and is your best choice for assistance in pricing and marketing decisions. His knowledge and expertise will allow you to gain top dollar for your property in the least amount of time as well as assist you in locating a property to fit your needs at the best value.

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