Debbie DiFonzo's Missouri Real Estate Blog

Split level home on the south side of Lebanon MO. Easy access to all amenities! This home includes living room and family room, office on lower level that could be used as fourth bedroom and laundry on main level.

Outside amenities include fenced yard, back deck and mature trees.

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HUD homes are sold "as is" - no warranties stated or implied. Earnest money is required with all offers, along with a letter from a lender showing proof of funds or commitment to provide financing.

No Really, An Offer Is Not Binding...Hello!!!

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 12:45:49 -0700

Multi offer situations are becoming more popular once again - not only for short sales and foreclosures.

We are seeing new properties - first time on the market homes, farms and ranches - also receiving multiple offers.

No matter if you are in Florida or in Missouri, the rules are the same: An agreement is not binding until ALL parties have signed the required documents.

Via Nathan Tutas (Tutas Towne Realty, Inc.):

I had a buyer’s agent call me today and tell me he was upset because we have multiple offers on my short sale listing in Davenport, FL. He called on a Friday and asked if we had any offers (at the time we didn’t) and I told him no. However, the price was just reduced that morning and we would likely have offers come in over the weekend because the new listed price was very competitive. That evening I received his buyer’s offer and called him to let him know I had it and would be forwarding it to the seller.

Over the weekend we did indeed get multiple offers, as I suspected we would. So on Monday morning, in the interest of fairness, I sent out an email to each buyer’s agent letting them know we had multiple offers and needed their buyer’s highest and best offer. This particular agent called me and was quite upset that I had presented other offers to the seller. His words exactly were “In our offer, we checked the box in the short sale addendum that the seller can’t accept any other offers.” To which I responded “What are you talking about?”

The Florida FAR/BAR short sale addendum does have this clause in it. Here is the clause in question.

A buyer and seller of a Short Sale can either decide to let the seller accept back-up offers or not. Anything is negotiable. If we had an executed contract and option A was checked then yes, he would have cause for concern. However, the last time I checked, an offer only signed by the buyer is not an executed contract. It’s just an offer. No matter how many classes you take about distressed properties or distressed property designations you have (this guy had them all) if you don’t know the law (as in your state’s contract law) you can’t succeed in this business.

Everything in real estate, and business for that matter, has to be in writing. An agreement or contract between the buyer and seller is not binding until BOTH PARTIES HAVE SIGNED IT. It’s a tough market right now and I understand there is some emotion involved, but we have to step up as professionals and there is a minimum mount of knowledge every agent should possess. Let’s step it up for our customers.

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Missouri hunting land - 11995 Harvest Road, Lebanon MO 65536

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:43:55 -0700

120 acres of wooded land in Missouri for sale - prime hunting property in the south west corner of Laclede County.

You'll be pleasantly surprised by the seclusion of this property yet the convenience - located minutes from Bennett Spring State Park and between Lebanon MO and Buffalo MO.

Missouri Hunting Land near Niangua River

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$249,000

Single Family Home

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1 Bathroom
Lot: 120.00 acre(s)

Location

11995 Harvest Road
Lebanon, MO 65536
USA

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Debbie DiFonzo

United Country VIP Realty
(417) 532-2031
missouriagent@msn.com
http://www.ucmissouri.com

Listed by: United Country VIP Realty

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Missouri Hunting Land near Niangua River
Horse Property in Conway MO - 20 acres
29+ acres with pond and spring-fed creek

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New construction home for sale in Lebanon MO

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:22:07 -0700

One of our favorite builders in Lebanon MO has this new home ready for YOU!

Please call or email with any questions - I look forward to showing you this fine property.

New Construction in Lebanon MO

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$249,000

Single Family Home

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4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
1 Unit
Interior: 2400 sqft
Lot: 0.34 acre(s)

Location

2615 Margaret Francis Lane
Lebanon, MO 65536
USA

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Debbie DiFonzo

United Country VIP Realty
(417) 532-2031
missouriagent@msn.com
http://www.ucmissouri.com

Listed by: United Country VIP Realty

Our recent listings

Lebanon MO home for sale: Move in ready!
Country home on acreage with walk out basement in Marshfield MO
Lebanon MO home for sale: In town living - country feel
Horse Property in Conway MO - 20 acres
Four Plex - Fully Occupied

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New Price! Marshfield MO Home for Sale!

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 13:11:31 -0800

This Marshfield MO Home for Sale has a new price and is looking for a new Owner!
Nestled on almost 10 country acres, it is a MUST see!

Country home on acreage with walk out basement in Marshfield MO

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$220,000

Single Family Home

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4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 2874 sqft
Lot: 9.90 acre(s)

Location

710 State Hwy JJ
Marshfield, MO 65706
USA

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Debbie DiFonzo

United Country VIP Realty
(417) 532-2031
missouriagent@msn.com
http://www.ucmissouri.com

Listed by: United Country VIP Realty

Our recent listings

Lebanon MO home for sale: In town living - country feel
Horse Property in Conway MO - 20 acres
Lebanon MO home on 13+ acres for sale
Welcome Home! Updated 4 bdrm, 2 bath home in Lebanon MO
Four Plex - Fully Occupied

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Conway MO Equine property for sale: 10135 Mulberry Drive, Conway MO 65632

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 22:46:37 -0700

Laclede County Missouri homes for sale --
Located between Lebanon MO and Marshfield MO

Horse Property in Conway MO - 20 acres

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$199,795

Single Family Home

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4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Unit
Interior: 2200 sqft
Lot: 20.00 acre(s)

Location

10135 Mulberry Drive
Conway, MO 65632
USA

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Debbie DiFonzo

United Country VIP Realty
(417) 532-2031
missouriagent@msn.com
http://www.ucmissouri.com

Listed by: United Country VIP Realty

Our recent listings

Horse Property in Conway MO - 20 acres
Lebanon MO home on 13+ acres for sale
Lebanon MO home for sale: In town living - country feel
Welcome Home! Updated 4 bdrm, 2 bath home in Lebanon MO
Four Plex - Fully Occupied

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Five Must "Like" Pages on Facebook

Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:00:17 -0700

Five Pages You Must "Like" on Facebook

Actually, a better title would be "Five of my favorite non-real estate pages you need to "like" on Facebook." Since I am addicted to Facebook, you can read that to mean: one, I have more than five pages that I like and two, I have a whole list of real estate pages that I'll save for another day.

So... let's get to it...

1. CRUSH IT!

This page is based on the book by Gary Vaynerchuk, so aptly titled, CRUSH IT! The book is an awesome read - about finding your passion and then living out that dream. The Crush It! Facebook page has video, links, testimonials, tips and motivational tidbits. Gary is truly living his passion and the emotion almost jumps off this page!

2. Productivity Junkies

The name probably gives the page and the matching web site away - tips and tricks on being productive. What can you do to increase your performance? This page will give you practical, real life examples, tips and tricks.

3. The Rise To The Top

This page is based on a TV show out of St Louis. The show creator interviews a wide variety of people, from the CEO of Zappos to the creator of the DODOcase. ALWAYS informative - I have yet to have a day when I do not pick up a tip or have an idea sparked from visiting this page and the cooresponding web site.

4. Deal Seeking Mom

(Or Dad)... Deal Seeking Mom keeps me in the loop on coupons, Internet codes, in store deals and more. You will save money by becoming a fan, following this page and taking their advice.

5. MDCOnline

The Missouri Department of Conservation has a wonderful Facebook page chock full of information on Missouri conservation laws, important dates, permit guidelines and more. The page photos are also worth checking out -- if you're in a major city, let this site bring a little rural living into your day!

Do you have a top five for Facebook? I'd love to visit pages you "like" ---

Phillipsburg MO "Share Day" Saturday September 18th

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 21:57:06 -0700

Family Share Day in Phillipsburg MO - Saturday September 18th

The Empowering Women Mission Project will have their next Family Share Day on Saturday September 18th, 2010. Doors open at 8:30 am. This event will be held in the fellowship hall of the Phillipsburg United Methodist Church in Phillipsburg MO.

Family Share Day is similar to a very large garage sale - except - all items are FREE. Clothing, household items, toys, books, etc will be available to the community. Everyone is invited to come and "shop" for their family. Membership in the Phillipsbug United Methodist Church is NOT required; no proof of need required.

Sandy Sipes is the coordinator of the Empowering Women Project in central Missouri. In addition to the Family Share Day, Sandy meets weekly with other women dedicated to assisting their communities. They assist women and connect women with resources in the community, such as The Cope House, the Free Store, the Phillipsburg Food Pantry and the Conway Food Pantry.

Any items used in a household setting, especially kitchen utensils, sheets/blankets, clothing and baby items are greatly appreciated. In years past, the Family Share Day has provided shoes, coats, bedding, books, TV's, radios, towels, book bags and so much more! Please bring items that are clean and that you would take home if needed - there is no way to dispose of broken items at the church.

Donations of items may be brought to the church from 4 pm until 5:30 pm on Tuesday September 14th. You may call Sandy to arrange a different drop off time if September 14th does not work for you. Or if you are in Lebanon and Laclede County; Marshfield and Webster County; or Buffalo and Dallas County, call Sandy at 417-589-3113 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 417-589-3113 end_of_the_skype_highlighting to arrange a time for someone to pick up your items.

** Please do not leave items outside the church.

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Rain, rain come our way! Rainbows in Lebanon MO

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:46:54 -0700

We've had an uncharacteristically dry summer in South Central Missouri. Rain has been scarce - and it seems like we've had a circle drawn around our property. Neighbors just down the street have had big, fluffy rain clouds while I'm in my drive way with the sun glasses on! Some where along the line, we made the rain gods mad.

But the last two days, we've had some relief. Glorious rain!

As an added bonus, a double rainbow!

The hubby grabbed the cell phone, as I had both cameras with me! (Sorry Honey!)

Enjoy - we sure did!

United Country VIP Realty moves to a new location in Lebanon MO

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 23:03:34 -0700

Whew! What a world wind week we've had!

United Country VIP Realty has said good bye to their location of almost 20 years, on the east end of Elm Street in Lebanon Missouri. (It's amazing how many boxes it takes to pack all that STUFF!)

We've moved the office down the street, to 1518 West Elm, Suite D, Lebanon MO

The new location will better serve our Lebanon MO real estate clients and customers! Here are just a few benefits:

Lots of parking in front of the building and in back
No road construction in front of the building
Individual offices for our agents
Dedicated space for our transaction coordinator

Our phone number remains the same: 417-532-2031

Our website remains the same: www.UCMissouri.com

More to come - photos of our office and a few introductions - we have two seasoned Realtors joining our Team as well as a transaction coordinator!

Tornados and Walkout Basement Homes in Springfield MO and the surrounding areas

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 22:25:06 -0700

I had recently considered writing a post about tornados, tornado warnings and basements. I never went past the consideration stage so I was pleased to read the post below.

Growing up in Illinois, I remember numerous tornados. One in particular took out a large stretch about a mile from our home. The sound was incredible. No one was injured, no one was killed.

Tornados are a fact of life, a reality. And no, I am not mentally ill!

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Via Lina Robertson, REALTOR, Springfield MO Homes For Sale (RE/MAX Solutions):

I work with a lot of buyers from out of state. A large percentage of them ask for a home with a walkout basement. It is obvious that many of these buyers do not need the basement for the space. They are wanting shelter from tornados.

I recently worked with some buyers who had a basement home as their #1 criteria. Several months into the process, it was obvious that the only homes we were going to find that fit all of their other criteria were not going to have basements. We finally found one home that both husband and wife loved. The only problem...it didn't have a basement.

The husband finally asked me: "Aren't you worried about tornadoes?"
My response: "Not really. I suppose I'm used to them."

I'm a native in the Springfield/Ozark area. I have grown up around tornados and tornado warnings. (Knock on wood) I've not been blown away yet. Tornados are a part of life to natives of our area. I am actually more afraid of hurricanes and earthquakes, probably because I've never experienced one. I think our fears are rooted in what we are unfamiliar with.

As we sat down to write an offer, imagine my surprise when I pulled the Seller's Disclosures to find in big print at the top, "EXTENSIVE REMODELING IN 2006 DUE TO TORNADO DAMAGE." Hmmm. Great. My clients fears are justified. The husband asked HOW MUCH damage was done. A call to the listing agent confirmed that $120,000 worth of damage was done to the home. Since this home didn't have a basement, my clients wanted to know if the sellers were home when the tornado hit, and where they were in the house. The listing agent encouraged us to call the seller directly. Here's how the conversation went.

Me: Were you home at the time of the tornado?
Seller: Yes.

Me: Where were you in the house?
Seller: Well, my wife was in the hall bathroom, and I was on the front porch. The tornado hit about 1:00 a.m., and it was pitch black outside. We heard on the radio reports that the tornado was headed straight towards our home. I stood on our front porch for about 10 minutes. Finally, a bolt of lightening lit up the sky, and I could see it right across the street. My wife yelled, "Hurry up, it's coming." I turned and started for the hall bathroom and yelled, "No, it's here!" and barely got the door shut before the dining room windows broke.

Neither of the sellers were injured. Fortunately, their homeowners insurance paid for the damage, and the wife was thrilled that she was actually able to make numerous other upgrades throughout the home with the money they received from insurance.

After we hung up the phone, my client looked at me very seriously and said, "I can't buy that home. I don't believe the seller is in his right mind, and believe he is incapable of making any decisions regarding any contracts." My client honestly believed the sellers were mentally ill.

Maybe we are crazy. As I am writing this, there is a tornado warning in my area. The tornado sirens are on, and the electricity is flickering on and off. Me....I'm in my garage in a lawn chair with my laptop. As I peek out the garage door, I can see people standing in front of nearly every home down my street. What are they doing? Watching for the tornado....of course.

If you are thinking of moving to Springfield, Missouri, and have a fear of tornados, consider buying a walkout basement home. However, if a basement is not in your budget, visit Missouri Storm Shelters. For $3,500 you can have an inground concrete shelter installed....a price that costs much less than a basement home.

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Lina Robertson

Owner/Agent

RE/MAX Solutions

1715 James River Road
Ozark, MO, 65721

Mobile: (417) 844-7265

linarobertson@remax.net

http://www.ozarks-realestate.com

RE/MAX - Outstanding Agents, Outstanding Results!

I am a full-time REALTOR® in Springfield, MO, and a member of the Greater Springfield Board of REALTORS®, helping Buyers and Sellers with homes for sale in the Springfield MO Real Estate, and Ozark MO Real Estate markets as owner and full-time agent of RE/MAX Solutions. Visit my website at www.ozarks-realestate.com and obtain access to search for All Springfield MO Area MLS listings, as well as current Springfield MO Area Real Estate Market Reports.

915 W. Washington St, Marshfield MO 65706 Commercial building for sale

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 20:14:08 -0700

Commercial building on high traffic corner in Marshfield MO

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$389,000

Commercial
For Sale

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Interior: 3900 sqft
Lot: 1.25 acre(s)

Location

915 W. Washington St
Marshfield, MO 65706

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Debbie DiFonzo

United Country VIP Realty
(417) 532-2031
missouriagent@msn.com
http://www.ucmissouri.com

Listed by: United Country VIP Realty

Our recent listings

Conway MO home on 5+ acres
Commercial building on high traffic corner in Marshfield MO
Lebanon MO home for sale
Home on Stockton Lake!
Lebanon MO home for sale: Move in ready!

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Debbie DiFonzo, Broker/Owner, United Country VIP Realty, specializes in unique and premier properties in Marshfield, Conway, Phillipsburg, Lebanon, Long Lane, Buffalo and the surrounding areas in South Central Missouri.

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Commercial building in Marshfield MO for sale l 915 W. Washington Street Marshfield MO 65706

The Big Blue Spring Ranch for sale in Missouri - Premier Missouri Property

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 23:25:21 -0700

Find Your Freedom in Missouri! Raise your own cattle, farm your own crops, hunt deer or turkey, fish off the river bank and enjoy all that the Missouri Ozarks has to offer on a property like few others. The Big Blue Spring Ranch offers you the potential for all of this and so much more.

Spanning 1,046 acres, this land has the potential to comfortably run 85 to 90 cow calf pairs. There are fenced pastures, with the top field planted in Bermuda grass, two barns, small cabin and drilled well.

Not only is there Niangua River frontage, there are at least eight ponds on the property, five springs and four wet weather springs – water is not a problem on The Big Blue Spring Ranch!

Hunters will find The Big Blue Spring to be a wonderland of class Bucks, turkeys, coyotes, bobcats and if the folklore is to be believed, there may be black bear. Food plots and various stands already in place.

Whether you’re searching for the perfect ranch to build your dream home, a hunting retreat that’s full of varied wildlife or a property that will allow you to be self-sufficient, The Big Blue Spring Ranch has everything you need and more!

Offered for sale by: United Country VIP Realty, Lebanon MO

Contact Debbie DiFonzo, Broker, United Country VIP Realty, 417-468-5900, specializes in unique and premier properties in Marshfield, Conway, Phillipsburg, Lebanon, Long Lane, Buffalo and the surrounding areas in South Central Missouri.

To view all our listings, visit:
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Debbie DiFonzo, Broker

Contact Debbie at: Debbie@ucvip.com

Phillipsburg MO Fish Fry, Saturday June 12, 2010 - Phillispburg MO City Park

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 22:44:36 -0700

After our 3rd Annual Pig Roast in 2009, the Phillipsburg Community Development Council decided to try something different. So, for 2010 we are hosting our 1st Annual Fish Fry.

Is it okay to call it the "1st Annual" - how do we know it will be annual? We don't! Maybe we should just call it "THE Fish Fry." Or, drop the "the." Oh, the pressure...

You are invited to FISH FRY 2010
Phillipsburg MO City Park
Saturday, June 12th 4 pm

Live Music - Free

Hand breaded fish, hush puppies, fried potatoes, cole slaw
Homemade desserts
Lemonade, ice tea, pop and bottled water
Hot dogs for the kids!

Family friendly food prices!

Bring a lawn chair if you have one -
Invite the family or just your friends.

** If it rains, we'll move across the RR tracks into the Conway Fire Department building.

*** All proceeds stay locally - The Phillipsburg Community Development Council (PCDC) is a non-profit organization.
We assist the Phillipsburg Food Pantry, local families in need, and other causes in Phillipsburg MO, Conway MO and the surrounding areas.

** We will be using some peanut oil when cooking.

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Contact Debbie DiFonzo, Broker, United Country VIP Realty, at 417-468-5900 to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in Marshfield, Conway, Phillipsburg, Lebanon, Long Lane, or Buffalo, Missouri.

To view all our listings, visit:
United Country VIP Realty
Debbie DiFonzo, Broker

Contact Debbie at: Debbie@ucvip.com

Conway MO home for sale - 2 bdrm, 2 full bath on 5+ acres

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 21:55:43 -0700

We recently sold a home in Lebanon MO to a wonderful couple with a three year old little boy and a new baby on the way. They moved into Lebanon to be closer to work, their church and their family... This leaves a wonderful opportunity for their previous home to have a new owner! Very nice country setting, no zoning and lots of possibilities!

More pictures will be posted soon, as Mark and Amanda are still moving out -- we won't share their moving boxes with you!

Home on 5+ acres

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$62,500

Single Family Home
For Sale

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2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Unit
Interior: 1440 sqft
Lot: 5.25 acre(s)

Location

289 St. Luke Rd
Conway, MO 65632

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Debbie DiFonzo

United Country VIP Realty
(417) 532-2031
missouriagent@msn.com
http://www.ucmissouri.com

Listed by: United Country VIP Realty

Our recent listings

Home on 5+ acres
Lebanon MO home for sale: Move in ready!
490+ acre cattle farm with 4 homes
Full service restaurant on 7 acres
29+ acres with pond and spring-fed creek

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Lebanon MO home for sale - Not a Foreclosure - Move in ready! $84,977

Thu, 27 May 2010 17:56:50 -0700

We often receive foreclosure calls that go something like this:
"Hello, I am looking for a foreclosure property, for less than one hundred thousand, but I don't want to do any work to it. I need to move right in."

This always gives me a chuckle because there are plenty of wonderful homes on the market, for under $100,000 and they are NOT FORECLOSURES!

This Lebanon MO home is a prime example - updated and ready to go! Bring your "stuff" and enjoy all Lebanon MO has to offer....

Lebanon MO home for sale: Move in ready!

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$84,977

Single Family Home
For Sale

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3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Interior: 1160 sqft
Lot: 0.35 acre(s)

Location

155 Farmers Lane
Lebanon, MO 65536

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Debbie DiFonzo

United Country VIP Realty
(417) 532-2031
missouriagent@msn.com
http://www.ucmissouri.com

Listed by: United Country VIP Realty

Our recent listings

Lebanon MO home for sale: Move in ready!
490+ acre cattle farm with 4 homes
Full service restaurant on 7 acres
29+ acres with pond and spring-fed creek

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Open House in Lebanon MO, 223 Steeplechase, 65536

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:16:47 -0700

Open House, Saturday April 24th at 223 Steeplechase, Lebanon MO 65536

Located on Lebanon's south side, in a quiet, tree lined subdivision, this home deserves more than just a drive by! Four bedrooms, three full baths and a half bath. Open kitchen/family room with wood burning fireplace. Living room. Updated kitchen; newer roof and windows; master suite opens to back, upper deck.

Shop building has hot and cold water, heat and air, phone service, cabinets and a half bath.

Open this Saturday from 9 am until 5 pm - hosted by Debbie DiFonzo, Broker and Audrey Gregory, Realtor.

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Offered for sale by: United Country VIP Realty in Lebanon MO. 417-532-2031 Office Phone

We have two offices to serve you best and can assist you with buying or selling in Lebanon, Conway, Phillipsburg, Marshfield, Buffalo, Long Lane or any where in South Central Missouri.

8 Ways To Sell Your Springfield Missouri Home Quickly And For The Best Price

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:58:05 -0800

Betty and John have done a wonderful job outlining 8 ways to sell your Springfield MO home quickly and for the best price -

I am re-posting their list here, as I truly believe these tips will assist you no matter where you are in the Ozarks --

Via Team Knowles, Springfield Missouri Real Estate, Betty & John Knowles, REALTORS® (Keller Williams - www.springfieldmissourihomesforsale.com):

1. Define the reasons why you are selling your home in Springfield MO, and keep those reasons private.
Telling a prospective buyer that you are selling your house because you can no longer afford the payments, or because you need to move quickly, puts them at a bargaining advantage. Once you have decided that it is the right time to sell your home, keep the reasons why to yourself. Those reasons will dictate most of your other selling decisions, such as how much you want to invest in fixing up your home before you sell, how to set your asking price, how long you are willing to keep your house on the market to get the price you want, and how much money you want to walk away with after all is said and done. Keeping this information to yourself will put you at an advantage during the negotiation process.
2. Know how to properly set a price for your home.
It’s important to do your homework before coming up with the right selling price. Compare your home to other similar homes that have recently sold in your area over the last 6 to 12 months. Generally, most prospective buyers will compare your home to 15 or 20 similar homes, so they will already have a good feel for what your home is worth. If you set your price too high, you will obviously attract very little interest from prospective buyers or real estate agents. If you set your price too low, however, you will have people wondering what is wrong with your home, and you may scare away those very same prospective buyers and agents.
3. Pick the right real estate agent for you.
Statistics show that three out of four homeowners wouldn’t use the same real estate agent they used to sell their last home. Choosing an agent should be no different than interviewing someone for a job...after all, the agent is working for you! Find an agent who makes you feel comfortable, and who is able to effectively communicate with you at all times.
4. Increase the sales potential of your house.
Never underestimate the importance of curb appeal. For most people, buying a home is an emotional choice, and they need to feel a connection to a home before they buy. You can increase the likelihood of this happening by performing all minor cosmetic repairs in your home, planting fresh flowers and shrubs outside, and by adding a fresh coat of paint wherever it is needed. Before you show your house to a prospective buyer, you should clean every inch of your home. Many buyers can be turned off by a minor detail, such as a dusty ceiling fan or a loose moulding, so fix everything you can. They’re trying to imagine themselves at home in their new house, and it’s your job to help them accomplish that.
5. Make sure all of the information on your house is readily available to prospective buyers and agents.
One sure way to discourage buyers and agents from seriously considering your home is to waste their time by not readily answering all their questions about your home. Sales pitches, misleading information, and playing phone tag with agents and buyers is a sure way to eliminate serious offers. Have your agent place an ad with a phone number that will lead to a 24-hour, prerecorded hot line with all the pertinent information on your home. Studies have shown that three times as many buyers respond to such a system, and getting the information about your house to as many potential buyers as possibly will obviously increase the chances of a sale.
6. Understand your buyer.
While it is important to protect your reasons for selling your home, finding out what motivates a potential buyer will definitely put you at an advantage during the negotiation. Knowing if the buyer needs to move in quickly, or if they are able to get financing easily will dictate how far you can push them to get your asking price.
7. Ensure that all the paperwork is complete at all times.
Eliminate the possibility of unseen delays by disclosing everything you can about your house, preferably in writing. Make sure that all responsibilities and costs are clearly spelled out in the sales contract, and that neither you nor the buyer veers away from these agreements. Resist the temptation to make a change at the last minute just to make the buyer happy... this can increase the possibility of the deal falling through.
8. Live in your house in Springfield MO until it is sold.
It is easier for a potential buyer to see themselves living comfortably in your home if you are already doing so. An empty house can easily look lonely or unwanted. Even resist the urge to tell prospective buyers that you have already found a new home, since this will give them the impression that you are eager to sell.

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Stop Missouri Double Taxation on real estate and say Yes to a new constitutional amendment

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:00:34 -0800

The State of Missouri currently does not levy a transfer tax when a home sells - we are one of only a few states that does not "double tax" real estate. We'd like to keep it that way!

If you live in Missouri, I encourage you to read the post below and visit the website.

We must join together to ban a Missouri transfer tax.

Via Grant Hickman (The Grant Hickman Team):

Let’s stop Missouri politicians from penalizing homeowners and buyers

Missouri is one of 13 states that does not levy a transfer tax on home sales, and a coalition of property owners, businesses and the Missouri Association of REALTORS™ want to keep it that way.

The group sees transfer taxes as double taxation because Missourians already pay property taxes on real estate. A petition drive and a website have been created to help homeowners and potential buyers reach lawmakers who have the power to levy such a tax.

To place a state constitutional amendment on the November 2010 ballot to prohibit Missouri lawmakers from passing the tax initiative, the group needs more than 157,000 valid signatures. To make voters more aware of this issue, a new website, www.YesToSaveHomes.com is now online to help consumers learn more about the tax, calculate the tax based on the home’s sale price, and get involved.

Here’s the simple and straightforward proposal: “Shall the Missouri Constitution be amended to prevent the state, counties and other political subdivisions from imposing any new tax, including a sales tax, on the sale or transfer of homes or any other real estate?”

As an example, here’s a calculation on a St. Charles County home sale. The home sold for $150,000 and at the St. Charles County taxation rate of 7.0750%, the amount would be an additional $10,612.50.* Jane Mendenhall, president-elect of the Missouri Association of Realtors, believes the transfer tax places undue stress on low-income Missourians who typically spend a larger percentage of income on their home.

Add the mix of Missourians who have lost their jobs, had pay cuts and have been forced to sell their homes or experienced a drop in property values, and the transfer tax just isn’t good for the recovering Missouri economy.

Legislators are looking around to fine new sources of revenue. The transfer tax is one of those sources politicians are eyeing. With the help of voters and homebuyers, the transfer tax will not be an additional burden on Missouri residents.

* This number is based on area percentages.

Written by Myra Vandersall

40 acre farm outside of Lebanon MO - Enjoy all Ozark living has to offer!

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:44:28 -0800

I've lived in the Missouri Ozarks for almost ten years now - I still get a thrill when I see, walk on and touch a beautiful piece of property. The joy and appreciation of the land has not left me!

I hope you'll appreciate this property for all it has to offer - it is one of the nicest, user friendly, full amenity farms I have seen recently -- Enjoy!

---- Debbie

40 acres with ponds and outbuildings

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$164,777

Single Family Home
For Sale

Main Features

2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
1 Unit
Lot: 40.00 acre(s)

Location

11373 Hwy 32
Lebanon, MO 65536

Debbie DiFonzo

United Country VIP Realty
(417) 532-2031
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Listed by: United Country VIP Realty

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40 acres with ponds and outbuildings
29+ acres with pond and spring-fed creek
4 bdrm home, in town, corner lot
Two homes for less than one! 7+ acres
All brick home with Equestrian Barn

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Almost 30 acres of light woods with pond and spring-fed creek - near Mennonite Community and State Park

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:35:44 -0800

My husband will tell you that hunting land shouldn't be "pretty" but I'm here to say - this is one of the prettiest pieces I have seen in Southwest Missouri in many years!

Located near Bennett Springs State Park, off the beaten path, this property is quiet, scenic and has some of the nicest water you're likely to find!

Hope you enjoy this piece as much as I did....Debbie

29+ acres with pond and spring-fed creek

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$59,850

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Lot: 29.92 acre(s)

Location

xx Ridge Trail Rd
Tunas, MO 65764

Debbie DiFonzo

United Country VIP Realty
(417) 532-2031
missouriagent@msn.com
http://www.ucmissouri.com

Listed by: United Country VIP Realty

Our recent listings

29+ acres with pond and spring-fed creek
4 bdrm home, in town, corner lot
Two homes for less than one! 7+ acres
All brick home with Equestrian Barn

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Horse Property in the Ozarks for sale: 75 Sixty Six Dr, Niangua MO 65713

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:46:40 -0700

Two homes for less than one! 7+ acres

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$274,777

Single Family Home
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Main Features

3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
2 Units
Interior: 2334 sqft
Lot: 7.74 acre(s)

Location

75 Sixty Six Drive
Niangua, MO 65713

Debbie DiFonzo

United Country VIP Realty
(417) 532-2031
missouriagent@msn.com
http://www.ucmissouri.com

Listed by: United Country VIP Realty

Our recent listings

Two homes for less than one! 7+ acres
All brick home with Equestrian Barn

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This property offered for sale by: United Country VIP Realty, located in Marshfield Missouri. Debbie DiFonzo, Broker

More information is available upon request, including a Seller's Disclosure for both homes - the main home was built in 2005, the second home, built in 2007.

Custom horse barn plus all brick home in Niangua MO, Webster County Missouri - offered for sale

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 21:31:24 -0700

All brick home with Equestrian Barn

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$749,777

Single Family Home
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4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Partial Bathroom
Interior: 3100 sqft
Lot: 11.00 acre(s)

Location

5111 Hwy CC
Niangua, MO 65713

Debbie DiFonzo

United Country VIP Realty
(417) 532-2031
missouriagent@msn.com
http://www.ucmissouri.com

Listed by: United Country VIP Realty

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United Country VIP Realty is located in Lebanon MO and Marshfeild MO, in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks. We specialize in country property - including horse farms, dairy farms, river property, homes on small acreage and commercial properties. Let us help you, Find Your Freedom in Missouri.

Why I Love Mondays!

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:05:21 -0700

WOW! It feels great to be getting back to my blog! Family Life and the world of real estate have kept me occupied the last few weeks - boy, have I missed writing about South West Missouri real estate and the happenings around here!

While this isn't an original piece, I thought it was fitting for how I've been feeling -

We have to start somewhere!

Via Claire C. (ActiveRain Corporation):

I have expounded on the brilliance of mornings in the past, and now, I'm afraid I must write an ode to Mondays. There are people in this world who, when Monday rolls around, they hit the snooze button eighteen times before finally rolling out of bed, their hair mussed and going every direction, dark circles under their eyes, and pajamas rumpled from their tossing, turning escapades of the night past.

Perhaps I need not say it, but I'm not one of those people. I rolled out of bed bright and early this morning at 7am, brushed my teeth, pulled on the clothes I'd laid out last night, grabbed the bag I'd packed, grabbed my pop tarts and headed to work. I flew across the 520 bridge and soared up 405, parking in my favorite spot upon arrival and taking a quick jaunt to Starbucks for an iced mocha.

Yes, it was a good morning.

Setting down with my mocha and my Todoodlist, I added a few items that had popped up over the weekend, sent out prepatory emails to some of the guys so that I had what I needed by the end of the day, and got down to work. Lunch flew by without a fuss - everyone's lunch order was correct this time! Woot!

Now, I'm sitting here, and it's 2:34pm. My Todoodlist is now down to three items for follow-up -- down from eighteen this morning. Now, orange juice in hand, I'm considering the rest of my day. I have just an hour and a half before it's over, and that is PLENTY of time to get some of the more tasteless frogs swallowed.

Mondays are wonderful work days for me because I have SO much energy. I'm a yes-girl on Mondays - "Yes, I can do that!" "Sure, I'll get right on it!" "Absolutely, I have time for that today." I think this energy is the product of keeping my weekends low-key; if you're always running around, when do you have time to breathe? Story of my life!

So an ode to Mondays... They are definitely my high-energy, high-production day. I know Jon thinks I'm super-organized and uber-productive, but everyone has those days where they don't feel like they got anything done (I've posted about a few myself!). All I have to say is: Thank the Rain for Mondays.... we have to start somewhere, and why not start on the best foot possible?

Some tips for happy Mondays:

On FRIDAY, make your Monday to-do list, so you don't think about it at all over the weekend. Neaten your desk.

Sunday evening, eat before 8pm and get to sleep at a reasonable hour. If you have time, read before bed.

Monday morning, get out of bed the first time your alarm goes off. Studies show that people actually feel MORE tired after hitting the snooze.

Upon arrival to work, add the new items that came through your inbox to your to-do list.

Get some coffee or orange juice, make sure you've eaten SOMETHING (even if it's just a banana).

Start at #1 on your to-do list and race yourself to see how much you can get done before the next person arrives at work.

Finally:

7. Make sure you always have ONE THING on your desk that makes you happy. Right now, I have daffodils!

So.. How much WILL the Sellers take?

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 21:13:04 -0700

It's no secret that I love to list property, be it a home, land, commercial building or farm in South Central Missouri. There is something about looking at a property, taking photos, listing the features and putting all the pieces of the puzzle together until we get to the closing table. The process is rather addictive!

You may be surprised to learn the most popular question I receive as a listing agent - So... what is the Seller's bottom dollar? How low will they go?

Pat Kennedy sums up why, as a buyer, you can cross that question off your list and move on to the next... but don't wait too long - or your perfect Buffalo MO property may be long gone!

Via Patricia Kennedy (Evers & Company Realtors):

If you are thinking about making an offer on a house you like, chances are you are planning to make an offer for something less than the asking price. And chances are you'd like some idea of what the magic number might be - the absolute least amount of money the seller will take.

Well, if you are thinking about asking the listing agent for this little piece of information, save your breath! If she knows, she can't tell you.

But guess what! She doesn't know. She doesn't have a clue.

And guess what else! The sellers don't know either. They won't have a clue of what their bottom line is until they are faced with an offer and go back and forth a few times with the prospective buyers.

So if you are wondering what the sellers will take, make an offer. If your number is too low, the worst thing that can happen is that they will reject your it. In this market, however, they are more likely to make a counter-offer. After a little give and take, you will get your answer, and if you can reach a meeting of the minds, you'll have a new house.

One of the great things about buying in a buyer's market is that you can negotiate, and most sellers are willing to do a little horse trading to sell their homes.

If you wait until the market turns around, you could find yourself having to compete with other buyers who all want your house!

Lina Robertson Owner/Agent RE/MAX Solutions 1715 James River Road Ozark, MO, 65721	Mobile: (417) 844-7265 linarobertson@remax.net http://www.ozarks-realestate.com
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