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.
Tammie Turner, Tri-Lakes Realtors Visit My Web Site
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
There's never been a better time to buy. However, if you need to find a rental in the Branson area instead, I've compiled a list of places to call.
Listed below are a couple of property management companies and several apartment complexes. In addition to this list, visit the Branson Daily News web site and click on Classifieds for a listing of more places to rent.
Good luck and look me up when you're ready to buy!
Kohler Creek Apartments, 2972 Maple St
Hollister, MO, (417) 336-4866
Redbud Apartments, E Highway 76
Branson, MO, (417) 334-2738
Branson Manor Apartments, Old County Rd
Branson, MO, (417) 334-3800
White River Mountain Apartments, 115 White River Mtn Blvd
Hollister, MO, (417) 335-6767
Hollister Gable Apts. 128 2nd St
Hollister, MO, (417) 335-4579
Pinnell Apartments & Self Storage, Evergreen St
Hollister, MO. (417) 334-4415
Green Oaks Apartments, 428 Kays Ln
Hollister, MO, (417) 334-4246
Wilhoit Properties, 115 White Dr
Branson, MO, (417) 335-6767
Oak Knoll Apartments, 1109 Bird Rd
Branson, MO, (417) 334-1731
Oak View Apartments, 804 Oakview Rd
Branson, MO, (417) 336-2811
Crismon Apartments and Storage, 430 Green Briar Dr
Branson, MO, (417) 336-2048
Lost Tree Condos, 150 Lost Tree Dr
Branson, MO, (417) 335-3936
Golden Oaks Apartments, 1600 Bird Rd
Branson, MO, (417) 337-5803
Fall Creek Apartments, 2444 Fall Creek Rd
Branson, MO, (417) 334-1281
Pointe Royale Property Management & Leasing, Highway 165 S
Branson, MO, (417) 334-6181
There are many things you need to do to help your vacant home show better. Number one: Keep it clean. You may have cleaned it when you moved out, but even empty houses get dirty. Many times there are cobwebs or dead bugs on the floor. And somehow, dust still accumulates.
Another important detail is the smell of the home. I showed a home today that has been on the market for about two months but the disclosure says it has been vacant for three years. The buyers thought the home smelled like it had a mold problem. However, I think the odor is from being closed up for a very long time. Leaving the windows open for a day during nice weather and hiring someone to clean would improve the chance of this house selling tremendously.
Also, maintaining the outside means more than just mowing the yard. I’ve shown houses in the spring or summer time where you have to wade in leaves up to your knees to get to the front door. This is not the definition of curb appeal!
Remember, anything the buyer sees at a home that needs to be done is a strike against the house. It will make them decide against making an offer or it will influence them to make a lower offer. With the huge amount of inventory out there, you have to do all you can to compete with other homes available for sale.
Tammie Turner, Tri-Lakes Realtors Visit My Web Site
Experience matters! Realtor for 10+ years, covering Stone & Taney counties & Table Rock Lake. Consistently a top producer with Tri-Lakes Realtors. Area resident for over 27 years--I know the area
Welcome! Thanks for visiting my site here in the Tri-Lakes area of Ozark Mountain Country.
I'm sure you've heard Branson described as "the Country Music Capitol." However, this location has so much more to offer than music shows. What's so great about living here? It's a small town with a friendly atmosphere, yet there is so much to do here. My goal will be to feature different aspects about our area in my blogs. Below is just a summary about our part of the Ozarks.
First of all, there are three lakes. Table Rock Lake has over 745 miles of shoreline where you can fish, swim, ski, or just relax on your boat. If fishing is your passion, we also have Lake Taneycomo, a cold-water lake famous for its trout. Then there's Bull Shoals Lake in Forsyth and eastern Taney County. Bull Shoals is a recreational lake, like Table Rock, but a little more secluded.
If you're not a lake lover, don't worry, there are a multitude of other things to occupy your time. There are three outlet malls along with the Branson Landing with its shops, restaurants, fire/water/light fountains and boardwalk along Lake Taneycomo. In addition, there are several craft shops and flea markets throughout the area. We also have theme and water parks, hiking trails, sports programs at the new Recplex, beautiful parks... the list is endless.
And we can't forget golf. There are seven large golf courses in the area. So if you're addicted to this sport, the Tri-Lakes area offers a different course for every day of the week.
One more thing to mention is the beauty of the Ozarks. The views go on forever. I've had more than one client visit the area for the first time and buy a home on their first trip. It's that easy to fall in love with the Tri-Lakes area. Be sure to visit my blog often for more info or go to my web site.
Since 1997, I've been an active Realtor. I list and sell property in the entire area including Branson, Hollister, Forsyth, Walnut Shade, Blue Eye, Branson West, Kimberling City, Reeds Spring, Galena, Lampe, and Shell Knob.
I've lived in the Branson/Tri-Lakes area for over 27 years so I know it like the back of my hand. I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration from College of the Ozarks. That's how I ended up in Branson. After I graduated, I didn't want to leave the area.
My husband, Frank, is a native of the area. He is a commercial general contractor and owner of Frank Turner Construction. We have two children. Our son is a junior at Missouri State University and our daughter is a freshman at the University of Missouri. So I'll be working very hard for the next several years to pay tuition!
Our family loves the outdoors and we practically live on Table Rock Lake in the summer. We have a small houseboat that we try to spend as much time on as possible.
I love selling real estate. It's a challenging job and I meet the greatest people. Many of my clients have become good friends.
In 2005, my long-time friend, Beckie Boedefeld, joined me in real estate to form a team. One of us is always available to handle your real estate needs.
Whether you're considering buying or selling in the Tri-Lakes area, I'd love to be your Realtor!
Lynn & Beverly Ryan, St. Louis, MO
"Our experience with Tammie Turner was the best real estate relationship we have ever had. Tammie remained flexible and efficient in going through the past listings to fit our new criteria, as well as new listings. We can truly say that Tammie always kept our best interest in mind, worked hard to see that we had all the needed information, and displayed exemplary follow through on all of the many requests and details needed to close our deal. We now wish she had a Kansas license so that when we sell our primary residence, she could represent us on that deal as well!"
Dr. & Mrs. Gerald Marcell, Carbondale, KS
"It was our lucky day when we began working with Tammie Turner. We told her what we were looking for in lakeside retirement home and she began the search. We spent an entire day together looking for properties and we really "clicked." She just understood our style and financial parameters. We recommend her to anyone looking for a REALTOR. On a scale of 1-10, she's a 12!"
Jim & Debby Shirley, Lampe, MO
"We had experienced disappointments in looking for the perfect lake home in Branson until we found Tammie. She made the difference--the end result was a happy and successful one. Her professionalism, knowledge, and experience were what we had expected and had been used to in the past. We look forward to working with Tammie when we upgrade to a lakefront home."
Mike & Olive Wood, Vanzant, MO
"We would recommend Tammie Turner to anyone looking for a REALTOR in the Branson area. Her commitment to her clients' needs, knowledge of the market, and organizational skills were invaluable in helping the sale of our home go quickly and smoothly."
John & Shelly Akers, Branson, MO
"As a senior citizen, it was a comfort to know Tammie was looking out for our best interest in selling one of our properties. You can always trust her to answer your questions truthfully. We think she is the best!"
Richard & Rosella Combs, Branson, MO
"Tammie made our trip to find homes very inviting. It felt like she was our only friend in the Ozarks at the time. We didn''t know the area and, by gosh, she made sure we saw it all, so we could make a good decision. We have relocated to the Ozarks from Minnesota and love our lake home. Thanks to Tammie and her tenacity; we now enjoy warmer winters. "
Punky Fedora, Galena, MO
"We feel that we were very lucky in selecting Tammie Turner as our Real Estate Agent. She sent us a number of listings in our price range and spent many hours with us showing us several properties on different occiasions. Tammie paid close attention to our reaction to each of those properties until she knew just what we were looking for in a retirement home at Table Rock Lake, then she found the perfect home for us! We would certainly recommend Tammie Turner to anyone wanting to purchase a home or property in the Tri-Lakes area. She was great to work with and certainly kept our best interests in mind at all times. Tammie has become a good friend as well as our Real Estate Agent, and it's always nice to do business with a friend! "
Al & Evelyn Murfin, Ft. Worth, TX
"Our experience with Tammie Turner as our Realtor was the best sales experience we've ever had. She was dedicated to our needs as a client and did not hesitate to help. She was very prompt in returning all of my calls and messages and was always willing to take time for us. She was very flexible and honest and had our best interest at heart. I would give her an A+++ rating and recommend her to anyone!! "
Brenda Polke, Rockaway Beach, MO
"I wanted to find a house in Branson, MO. I lived in Las Vegas. So with no contacts, I went to the internet and found Tammie Turners web site. God was smiling on me that day. Tammie is not only a no-hassel real estate agent but one of the most caring and helpful people I have ever come across. If you are considering using Tammie as your agent, you won't be sorry! She will treat you like family and go beyond the best for you. Tammie, we can't thank you enough! "
Kevin & Amy Bleske
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