Judi Cloyd - Pinnacle Real Estate Agent

Buying your new home is a BIG decision. You're most likely looking at paying on a mortgage for the next 15-30 years, so it's vital that you and your family find a house you love. To help ease the tension when making this big decision, the best real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks is here to give you a few questions to ask yourself before buying your new home. 3 Questions to Ask Yourself BEFORE Buying Your New Home  1. How long do I see myself living in this area? This is a good question to ask yourself, before buying a home, because: You may love the area you're looking to live in now, but how do you think you will feel about it 5 years from now? What ties you to the area? Perhaps you have family that lives there or a great job in the area. You may admire the school districts in the area and think it would be a great place to raise a family. You may even be looking to retire in that area because from what you know about the area, it's a great place...

The first thing you need to know about me is that I truly LOVE helping my clients find their dream home at Lake of the Ozarks . It's delightful to help them find the perfect home at the right price. I personally enjoy living at the Lake of the Ozarks, myself, so i want to bring that joy to other people. I am a major Kansas City Chiefs football fan and I enjoy spending time on the Lake of the Ozarks with my grandkids. I love to go boating with my family. I enjoy getting to know my clients, so I want you to be able to get to know me. Get to Know Judi Cloyd Here's what I will do for you! Educate you about the current real estate market Help understand your needs Be an active listener Preview listings so I don't waste your time Walk you through the "buying process" Negotiate aggressively Always call you back promptly Show you properties until we fulfill your dream Address all your questions and concerns Treat you as a valued friend Stay in touch ...

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...

Our pets are part of our family, so when we buy a home, we want them to feel comfortable in that home. It's important to know what to look for when purchasing a home that your pet will be living in with you. As a dog lover and experienced real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks , I'd like to give you 3 KEY things to look for when purchasing your dream home at the Lake of the Ozarks . 3 Key Things to Look for When Purchasing a Home 1. Check the Local Requirements Pay attention and familiarize yourself with the city and county ordinances. Typically, they can require you to obey leash laws and clean up after your pet in public places. Non-compliance can result in fines.  If you plan to house a farm animal as a pet, such as a goat or a donkey, clarify the zoning regulations with the proper officials. House pets, such as dogs, birds, fish, and rabbits are usually acceptable in most types of housing, there may be restrictions on the total number of animals allowed in...

You have decided to purchase a home, how exciting! This is a major life decision and should not be taken lightly. You may choose to hire a buyer's agent, which can help you make sure that your interests are protected. A buyer's agent can make sure buyers find the homes they're looking for. An experienced buyer's agent at the Lake of the Ozarks can also cater to your contracts and legally protect your interests. Compared to a listing agent, a buyer's agents' first priority is to make sure, YOU as the buyer, get the BEST deal for the BEST home, the MOST for your money. Here are 3 benefits you can receive from hiring a buyer's agent. 3 Need-to-Know Benefits of Hiring a Buyer's Agent 1. Buyer's Agents Hold Knowledge of Real Estate Contract Writing When you enter into a real estate contract, it is legally binding and should be taken seriously. An experienced buyers agent knows real estate contract because they have dealt with them before. Y...

The Lake of the Ozarks Shoot out is a CAN'T MISS event! This is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the U.S. and named one of the nation's eight must-see boating events according to Powerboat Magazine. In 2003, I moved to the Lake of the Ozarks to follow my passion. Through being a real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks , I enjoy helping others enjoy similar UNFORGETTABLE lake lifestyles. In this blog, I am excited to tell you about the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout happening this weekend! The Lake of the Ozarks Shootout Spectators and racers alike visit the Lake of the Ozarks every year from all over the nation! Everyone has been enjoying Shootout related events all week leading up to the BIG race this weekend. These events have included a good mix of "mini shootouts," which are fun remote control boat races, a golf tournament, a volleyball tournament, live entertainment, awesome food, and EVEN a treasure hunt. This year is the 29th Annual Shootout. Tom...

You and your family have vacationed to the Lake of the Ozarks many times, SO much that you are now thinking of buying a vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks . Maybe throughout all of the fun excitement on all of the lake vacations you have been on, you missed some of the FREE things to do here. You should factor all of these fun, free activities into your decision of buying a vacation home at the Lake of the Ozarks . Get the most out of your money! In today's blog we will feature 3 free, but fun things to do at the Lake of the Ozarks. FUN, FREE Activities at the Lake of the Ozarks Willmore Lodge This historic log building was finished in 1930 for Union Electric. It was engineered by Stone and Webster Engineering Cooroperati on. It was designed by Louis La Beaume, a noted St. Louis architect, and partner of the architecture firm of La Beaume and Klein. Wilmore Lodge is the Bagnell Dam History Museum. It holds some of the rich history behind how the Bagnell Dam came to b...