Lake of the Ozarks: Real Estate and You

Jacobs Real Estate Parters Deal of the Day!

2012-02-28T21:24:00.001-06:00

Great opportunity to buy a 2,000 sq.ft., 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome for under $145,000. This townhome comes mostly furnished, overlooks the pool & cove & offers 3 levels of spacious living. The lower level includes a large family room, 2 bedrooms, full bath & is just a few paces to the pool & docks. The main level has a kitchen entry to the recently remodeled, spacious kitchen. This open kitchen features tile flooring, new appliances & new hickory cabinets. The kitchen has a hallway past the half bath leading to the large dining room. A large living room w/vaulted ceilings & a covered, screened deck complete this family area. The upper level has a master bedroom w/full bath and second large bedroom. Great condo for a large family. For more information and photos go to www.jacobsrepartners.com/krk3081321

Jacobs Real Estate Partners - Client Testimonials

2012-02-16T11:32:00.000-06:00

Testimonials About Our Lake of the Ozarks Real Estate Team

We always ask our Lake of the Ozarks real estate clients to write or email us, and tell us truthfully how they appreciated our service to them.
Their feedback is so important! Here are a few highlights of what people are saying about us...

Keith did a fabulous job......"

"Keith did a fabulous job advertising & presenting my home. He was inventive in other options such as trading down, etc. -- all consistent efforts working on my behalf. House sold in 4 months."

Denise W. gives Keith Rustand a 10!

"Dee Dee was great to work with in every way!

Dee Dee was great to work with in every way! She was high energy, upbeat, hardworking, dedicated and made it seem as though our sale was the most important thing she was working on. We have already recommended her.

I think Dee Dee did an outstanding job and really doesn't need improvement feedback from our experience with her!"

Amy & Nick B. give Dee Dee Jacobs a 10!

"The Experience working with Tom was awesome! I feel we have a friend for life."

Victor W. give Tom Longman a 10!

"Dee Dee always followed thru and did exactly as she promised!"

Alexis & Ken W. give Dee Dee Jacobs a 10!

"Our house sold in only 5 months fo a good price due to the excellent marketing and skill of my agent!"

Glenn L. give Peg Lorden a 10!

"We appreciated everything Tammy did for us in finding us the perfect home!"

Alan W. give Tammy Baird a 10!

"Keith was very helpful during our transaction. Alway ready to explain what was happing. Peg was helpful answering our questions during close."

Richard & Marie K. give Keith Rustand and Peg Lorden a 10!

Jacobs Real Estate Partners - Client Testimonials

2012-02-14T10:47:00.000-06:00

Testimonials About Our Lake of the Ozarks Real Estate Team

"Brian worked hard to make the sale work."

"Brian worked hard to make the sale work. He was very prompt and courteous. Brian, you did a great job and we would recommend you to anyone who is looking for an agent at the lake!"

Chris H. gives Brian Jacobs a 10!

"Dee Dee is always professional......."

"Dee Dee is always professional, courteous and fun! She was always available to answer questions and treated me as a VIP."

Rachel P. gives Dee Dee a 10!

"Everyone made it a good experience.....

"Everyone made it a good experience overall. Friendly, professional, patient & prompt with answers to our questions. Thanks to everyone!

Joe & Peggy P. give Jacobs RE Partners a 10!

"Friendly and very patient with our questions....

"Friendly and very patient with our questions & requests. Everything was great!"

DJ & John give Jacobs Real Estate Partners a 10!

"Personal service received from Tom...."

"Personal service received from Tom and team support from Brian, Dee Dee and Peg."

Brad H gives Tom Longman a 10!

Lake of the Ozarks Market Trends

2012-02-09T08:39:00.000-06:00

Waterfront Average Prices Per Square Foot

$500,000 - $900,000

Year Sales Price Sq.Ft. Price Per Sq.Ft.

2006 $634,202 3691 $171.82

2009 (44) $618,172 3712 $166.53

2010 (51) $620,253 3869 $160.31

2011 (48) $617,895 4157 $148.63

190 sales at over $200.00 per Sq.Ft.

Highest price per Sq.Ft. was $231.00

2009 to 2011

Residential Sales:

Year # Average Price

2009 1142 $213,574

2010 1124 $200,129

2011 1,194 + 6% $194,696 - 3%

2008 to 2011

Condominium Sales

Year #Sales Avg. Price Per Sq.Ft.

2008 560 $197,102 $146

2009 440 $170,572 $126

2010 451 $161,960 $120

2011 476 $167,040 $114

2008 - 319 resale condo's and 199 new sales

2009 - 330 resale condo's and 110 new sales

2010 - 386 resale condo's and 64 new sales

2011 - 415 resale condo's and 61 new sales

Lake of the Ozarks Market Trends

2012-02-07T13:21:00.001-06:00

Real Estate at The Lake

What is the “Lake” market?

Year Transactions Volume

2008 2077 $427,317,908

2009 1837 $353,094,195

2010 1896 $327,676,395

2011 1859 $328,973,236

Waterfront Average Prices Per Square Foot

· $200,000 - $400,000 Sales

Year Sales Price Sq.Ft. Price per Sq.Ft.

2006 $274,000 2037 $134.

2007 $279,000 1993 $140.

2008 $275,000 2003 $137.

2009 $271,712 2134 $127.

2010 $269,729 2213 $122.

2011 $270,028 2287 $118.

*** 243 Sales in this category. 39 sales $350,000 - $400,000. $121.00 per Sq.Ft., 10 sales over $150.00 per Sq.Ft.

15 sales were foreclosures, average price $274,000/$83.00 per Sq.Ft.

2008 to 2011

What is the makeup of the Lake Market?

Based on # of sales:

Year Res. Condo Vac. Land Comm

2008 58% 28% 12.5% 1.5%

2009 62% 26% 10% 2%

2010 62% 26% 9.5% 2%

2011 65% 26% 8% 2%

Jacobs Real Estate Partners Deal of the Day!

2012-02-01T17:28:00.000-06:00

WOW!! This lake home is in EXCELLENT condition and ready for you to move in! With newer tile in the kitchen and baths, newer carpet, granite tops in all of the baths and on kitchen bar counter and nice paint throughout – there’s nothing you need to do to start enjoying this fabulous home. Outside, you’ll love the gentle, east facing lot in a large cove, flat parking area and large 2nd tier lot that’s perfect for additional parking or a large garage. Existing dock not included in list price but can be purchased for additional money. Dock will be replaced with a single well with swim platform that is included. This home truly is the total package!! For more information and photos click here. To view Visual Tour click here.

Real Estate News

2012-01-26T09:58:00.001-06:00

10 home winterization musts

Have you checked your furnace filter, insulation lately?

By Bill and Kevin Burnett,
Wednesday, January 4, 2012.

Inman News®

It's been a mild winter throughout most of the country so far.

That means we still have time to run through a foul-weather checklist. Here are 10 "must do's" to have a warm, cozy and

safe winter.

Gutter cleaning image via Shutterstock.com.

Click Here for the 10 "must do's".

Real Estate News

2012-01-24T15:45:00.000-06:00

Refinance or modify while it's still possible

As income and property values change, so do your chances to qualify

By Jack Guttentag, Monday, January 23, 2012.

Inman News®

Road sign image via Shutterstock.com.

Editor's note: This is the first of a multipart series.
Interest rates have been very low for several years, and right now they are lower than ever, yet millions of mortgage borrowers who could profit from a refinance haven't.
Similarly, millions of borrowers who are having trouble making their mortgage payments but want to remain in their homes could have their mortgages modified to make the payment affordable but haven't.
The reasons in both cases probably include apathy, resignation and ignorance, but this article is about ignorance only. I find that many borrowers are even hazy about the difference between a refinance and a modification. Click here to read the rest of the article.

Lake of the Ozarks History

2012-01-19T09:12:00.000-06:00

THE OLDEST BOAT ON THE LAKE: Many boaters talk about which boat is the fastest on the lake, but here's a category you don't hear much about: Which boat is the oldest?

The oldest is 81 years old. It's been on the lake since before the lake filled. You may have been on this venerable vessels and not even have known it at the time. You can find it at the dam; it's the floating pier that's used as a dock by the excursion boat Tom Sawyer. Click here for more information on the Tom Sawyer.

Lake of the Ozarks History

2012-01-17T11:00:00.000-06:00

Pre-BAGNELL DAM PHOTOS

Here are some pre-construction photos taken at the future site of Bagnell Dam. The photos were taken in the summer of 1929, just days before work on the project began. Twenty-one months later this quiet valley would be the site of the world's largest man-made lake.
This photo looks westward from the dam site. Wilson Hill can be seen prominently on the right. It's just west of present-day Lake Road W-24. The pyramid-shaped knob in the left background (discernible behind and below the tree branch) is Ginger Hill, at mile marker 2. The wooded area in front of the hill and somewhat closer to the camera is known today as Duck Head Point.

To view more pre-Bagnell Dam Photos click here.

January/February 2012 Boat Schedule

2012-01-12T16:49:00.000-06:00

It's that time of year again to start thinking about boats! Here are a few dates and places upcoming boat shows will be held.

Chicago Boat, Sports and RV Show                          St. Louis Boat & Sport Show
January, 12-16 Chicago, IL                                        February 8-12 St. Louis, MO

Quad City Boat & Vacation Show                             Rosemont Sportfishing, Travel & Outdoors Show
January, 13-15 Davenport, IA                                    January 25-29 Rosemont, IL

Kansas City Boat & Sportshow                                 Overland Park Boat Show
January 19-22 Kansas City, MO                                January 26-29 Overland Park, KS

Iowa Boat, RV and Vacation Show
January 20-22

To see an entire list of boat show click here.
Don't forget that if you need a place to park your new boat, give Jacobs Real Estate Partners a call or we are open 24/7 @ www.GoToJacobs.com.

JACOBS REAL ESTATE PARTNERS OFFERS A SIGNIFICANT ADVANTAGE TO HOME SELLERS!

2011-09-23T14:33:00.000-05:00

Happy Friday to all of you!

I wanted to take a moment to offer you a sneak peek at our new ad campaign that is coming out in October. The results are in and Jacobs Real Estate Partners is offering a HUGE advantage to home owners that are looking to sell in today's tough market conditions. Take a look at this -

This proves that our systems and philosophies are working far better than ANY of our competitors in today's market. So if you or someone you know needs to sell their home or condo, contact us TODAY at http://www.jacobsrepartners.com/ or 1-800-306-4393 and one of our qualified agents will be ready to help.

Have a GREAT weekend from your friends at Jacobs Real Estate Partners - YOUR Partners and the Lake!

IT'S SHOOTOUT TIME AT LAKE OF THE OZARKS!!

2011-08-18T16:00:00.001-05:00

It's that time of year again here at the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks! The week of August 22nd-28th, Captain Ron's at the 34.5 MM will be hosting the 2011 "Lake of the Ozarks Shootout". For those of you who are familiar with the tradition of the Shootout - there's not much more to say other than it's become a whole lot more than just a weekend event. For those of you who don't know about the Shootout - you'll definitely want to learn more!

Since the venue was moved from the old Shooter's 21 location to Captain Ron's, I think the event has taken on a whole new spirit. There are now activities that run the entire week including a golf tournament, treasure hunt, RC boat "mini shootout" and a fundraising auction, just to name a few. All of the activities throughout the week lead in to the real star - the Shootout itself on Saturday and Sunday! Thousands of boats will line up along the race course to watch the pulse pounding action as a wide array of PWC's, pontoon boats, V-hull's and catamarans compete to win their classes and ultimately seek the coveted title of "Top Gun" - the award given to the over all fastest boat. Last year, Nauti Marine and David Scott drove to victory and set a Captain Ron's course record of 208 MPH!! Check out this video for the record setting run from last year's Shootout:

I'm sure this year will not disappoint and will provide plenty of action and excitement!!

And remember, while you're visiting the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks, but sure to contact Jacobs Real Estate Partners, RE/MAX Lake of the Ozarks for ALL of your Real Estate needs! Jacobs Real Estate Partners - YOUR Partners at the Lake!

Brian Jacobs
Broker-Salesperson
Jacobs Real Estate Partners
http://www.jacobsrepartners.com/
573-302-2345
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