Judi Cloyd - Pinnacle Real Estate Agent

Hooray! Halloween is right around the corner (Tuesday, October 31) and makes for such an exciting time here at the Lake of the Ozarks. As one of the best real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks , I can safely say you can rest easy knowing your kids are trick or treating in a safe place here. In the spirit of Halloween safety month, here are 4 safety tips you can follow and go over with your children. 4 Halloween Safety Tips 1. Be alert when walking from house to house or store to store when trick or treating. The streets can be busier than normal around Halloween time. Continuously look left and right when crossing the street. Only cross the street at corners using traffic signals and crosswalks. Walk on sidewalks or paths, avoid walking in the street when possible. Watch for cars backing up and teach your children to never run out into the street or cross between parked cars. 2. Do NOT let your children trick or treat without an adult. As a precaution, don't l...

It's very important to know your NEEDS when searching for your dream home. As one of the best real estate agents at the Lake of the Ozarks , I want you to know the advantages of having an open floor plan or a closed floor plan in your home. This way, you really know what you will be getting into ahead of time when searching for a home to buy. In this blog, you will find that you either really want a home with an open floor plan or you will discover that you'd rather have more separate rooms rather than a huge open space. The Advantages of Having An Open Floor Plan 1. An open floor plan can create more socializing time with family and guests You can socialize with people in the living room while you are cooking in the kitchen. An open space allows for easier socializing. 2. Having an open floor plan allows you to keep an eye on your children more. You may do various household duties while keeping an eye on your kids playing in the same room if you have an open f...

Whether you are searching for a second home to vacation to or simply to become a landlord and rent your property out, there are certain things you will want to know when buying a second home. As an experienced real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks , I have sold many second homes. I, Judi Cloyd , am happy to give you 5 key things to know when buying a second home, in this blog. Top 5 Things to Know When Buying a Second Home 1. Know all the rules. It's important to realize that not all homes can be rented out. There are certain condo or homeowners associations that have particular rules for rentals, so do your research before you buy. 2. Calculate all your costs. The actual price of the home is not the only price to consider. Make sure you consider the utilities, HOA or condo fees, property taxes, insurance, etc. 3. Think realistically about your expectations of rental income. Renting out your vacation home comes with expenses too. You will need to pay for...

One of the great things about living at the Lake of the Ozarks is the FISHING! Speaking of fishing, one of the biggest fishing events at the lake is happening this weekend. The Big Bass Bash is taking place this Saturday, October 7 through Sunday, October 8. This fishing tournament gives fishing amateurs the chance to win a great deal of money and show off their fishing skills. This tournament is for amateurs only. As a real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks , I feel the need to make you aware of great events such as these. In this blog, you will find important details regarding the Fall Lake of the Ozarks Big Bass Bash. The Fall Lake of the Ozarks Big Bass Bash Here's how the Big Bass Bash works. The format is simple. Many fishing tournaments are team-based, but this one is different. All it takes is just one fisherman to get just one BIG bass to win.  You Can Win a TON of CASH at the Fall Big Bass Bash The 4 biggest bass of the weekend will win: 1st place: ...