Branson, MO

According to our local TriLakes MLS' latest information, Branson single family homes sales last month were up 50% with a total of 22 built on site homes sold. The highest priced one sold for $285,000 and the lowest priced one sold for $67,800. The median price for these homes was approximately $160,000 a good increase for us.

Condo sales were down 50% with 12 units sold last month. The highest one sold for approx. $222,000 and the lowest sold for $52,500. That shows a higher median sales price in that local market too. The number of condos sold is down some but prices are showing a steady return toward a normal market.

Market information for land, farms, commercial, mobile-home sales and other local information is available by request. Real estate market conditions are always local and there is no problem getting financing for good buyers and a fair price for good property. Naturally, whether you should buy or sell depends upon your particular circumstances more than any other factor.

If you would like to go over your situation and get an honest evaluation of whether you are in the right "timing" or not, I will be glad to help. You can call my cell phone (417) 350-9743 or click on the following link to see what is available: Search Listings Here

Do you want to purchase a foreclosure in the Branson/Table Rock Lake area? If so, there are things you need to know to make your quest successful.

Remember, you're not the only person looking for a great deal. The competition is stiff and many of these homes receive multiple bids. Therefore, being prepared will mean the difference between making a successful offer that results in a contract or losing the home to another buyer.

The first step to being ready is to have a system in place to be notified about foreclosed properties. If you're the first to find the properties available, you'll have an edge over the competition. This is the easiest part. Just email me and put foreclosures in the subject line. I'll email you a list of all available properties and you'll also receive updates on new listings as they become available.

The next step is financing your purchase. You need to make arrangements for a loan prior to looking at property. Obtain a letter from a bank or mortgage company stating that you qualify for a loan up the amount the lender is willing to lend you. The seller will require a copy of this letter with the presentation of an offer.

If you plan to pay cash, you'll need a letter from your financial institution indicating the amount of funds you have to make a purchase.

And last, but not least, find a good Realtor to be your Buyer's Representative. A Realtor knows the procedures and requirements of closing a foreclosure. In addition, you'll need advice from your Realtor as to whether the home you are considering is at or below market value. Just because a home is a foreclosure doesn't mean it's a good value.

To find out more about foreclosures or other real estate, please email me or call at 417-337-4422.

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In the past, some of the local souvenir shops carried (and may still) T-shirts that featured a picture of two, long lines of cars on a two-lane road with the caption: Branson, The World's Biggest Parking Lot. This is proof that Branson has a reputation for terrible traffic.

While this is still a busy, tourist destination, traffic is really not that big of a problem. Prior to the early 1990's, you didn't have many route choices besides Highway 76 and a few windy streets that circled through various subdivisions. However, since that time, many alternate routes have been developed to get around town.

If you chose to head down Highway 76, the chances are good that you'll soon come to a halt and then a crawl. Roark Valley Road, Highway 248, Epps Road, Forsyth Road, Fall Creek Road, Highway 376, Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, Gretna Road, Green Mountain Drive, and Highway 165 are all routes that will either alone, or in combination with another road, help you avoid the traffic on Highway 76. I suggest using a mapping program on the internet before your trip to incorporate some of these routes to reach your destination.

There are only a few times a year when traffic is a challenge, no matter what road you travel. Times that come to mind are the Car Show Weekend in August, the day after Thanksgiving, and the three summer holidays. You will probably encounter traffic on these dates.

If you haven't come to Branson because of the traffic, I hope you'll decide to visit and use some of the alternate routes I've listed to get around town.

Tammie Turner, Tri-Lakes Realtors Visit My Web Site

Newly renovated in 2009, the Pointe Royale Golf Course in Branson, Missouri, is located along the banks of Lake Taneycomo. For all levels of play, this course features lush bent grass greens and Bermuda fairways, eight water holes, rolling fairways with mature trees, and sand and grass bunkers. The 18-hole, 6,501 yard par 70 course is considered the original championship course in the Branson area.

In addition to its scenic 18 holes, you'll enjoy the abundant wildlife and natural beauty of the Ozarks. Take a stroll on the nature trail to see bald eagles and the beautiful lake below the course.

Lodging is available on a nightly or weekly basis at one of the many available condos at the development, which is close to all Branson has to offer, including Table Rock Lake and Lake Taneycomo. Resort amenities include a clubhouse, bar and grill, indoor & outdoor pools, spa, fitness room, tennis courts, practice putting green, and a Pro Shop.

Contact me for more information on this vacation destination. You may want to someday call it home!

Tammie Turner, Tri-Lakes Realtors Visit My Web Site