Parade of Homes Real Estate Magazine, April 2024

UTECHT LAND TEAM

MISSOURI’S TOP LAND SPECIALIST SINCE 2014

Some of our transactions this year have included the Wallace Ranch, Dr.Jeff Gower’s farm on East Sunshine

Dear Friends,

He was honored as the top agent in the nation and state of Missouri at the 2023 national sales meeting, compliments of his leadership of our amazing team. Brian also achieved his ALC (Accredited Land Consultant) in 2023, adding to his arsenal for offering our clients the best possible representation with buying and selling land. Brian and his wife, Jill, have purchased a new farm on Table Rock Lake where they are building a home. They greatly enjoy family time with their son, Brock, and daughter, Brianna, at the lake and their farm. They also continue to have fun traveling and watching their daughter compete in college track and field.

OUR TERRITORY

MIKE HARRIS: Mike has been integral with helping Brian get the auction side of the business up and running this past year. We have had several successful land auctions in 2023 coordinated by Mike and featured Ranch & Farm Auctions, a division of Whitetail Properties. Mike and his wife, Beth, are enjoying time with their family, especially their beautiful new granddaughter. Mike continues to work with his Hereford cows and enjoys watching the herd grow. He just wrapped up his 11th year as a volunteer outfitter for Cross Trail Outfitters, taking kids on hunting and fishing trips throughout the year.

HICKORY POLK

BRIAN UTECHT: Brian continues to lead his team with passion and innovation. He was honored as the top agent in the nation and state of Missouri at the 2023 national sales meeting, compliments of his leadership of our amazing team. Brian also achieved his ALC (Accredited Land Consultant) in 2023, adding to his arsenal for offering our clients the best possible representation with buying and selling land. Brian and his wife, Jill, have purchased a new farm on Table Rock Lake where they ar building a home. They greatly enjoy family time with their son, Brock, and daughter, Brianna, at the lake and their farm. They also continue to have fun traveling and watching their daughter compete in college track and field.

GREENE

CHRISTIAN

BARRY

STONE TANEY CAMDEN

DALLAS WEBSTER

LACLEDE PULASKI WRIGHT

DOUGLAS

OZARK

TEXAS

HOWELL SHANNON

OREGON

MIKE HARRIS: Mike has been integral with helping Brian get the auction side of the business up and running this past year. We have had several successful land auctions in 2023 coordinated by Mike and featured Ranch & Farm Auctions, a division of Whitetail Properties. Mike and his wife, Beth, are enjoying time with their family, especially their beautiful new granddaughter. Mike continues to work with his Hereford cows and enjoys watching the herd grow. He just wrapped up his 11th year as a volunteer outfitter for Cross Trail Outfitters, taking kids on hunting and fishing trips throughout the year.

LAND TEAM SPECIALIST SINCE 2014

BROCK UTECHT: With an unwavering enthusiasm that resonates throughout our team, Brock wraps up the year with a remarkable achievement—45 land sales that reflect his dedication and passion. With strong roots in Marshfield, MO, where he acquired his first home, Brock thoughtfully positions himself closer to both family and our Whitetail Properties office. Beyond his professional endeavors, Brock finds joy working on our farms and sharing moments at Mizzou football games with his family—a tradition that holds special significance since his graduation in 2022 with a Bachelor’s degree in business. Committed to ongoing growth, he is currently pursuing an MBA at Missouri State, with anticipated completion this August.

Some of our transactions this year have included the Wallace Ranch, Dr.Jeff Gower’s farm on East Sunshine

BROCK UTECHT: With an unwavering enthusiasm that resonates throughout our team, Brock wraps up the year with a remarkable achievement—45 land sales that reflect his dedication and passion. With strong roots in Marshfield, MO, where he acquired his first home, Brock thoughtfully positions himself closer to both family and our Whitetail Properties office. Beyond his professional endeavors, Brock finds joy working on our farms and sharing moments at Mizzou football games with his family - a tradition that holds special significance since his graduation in 2022 with a Bachelor ’s degree in business. Committed to ongoing growth, he is currently pursuing an MBA at Missouri State, with anticipated completion this August.

BRIAN UTECHT: Brian continues to lead his team with passion and innovation. He was honored as the top agent in the nation and state of Missouri at the 2023 national sales meeting, compliments of his leadership of our amazing team. Brian also achieved his ALC (Accredited Land Consultant) in 2023, adding to his arsenal for offering our clients the best possible representation with buying and selling land. Brian and his wife, Jill, have purchased a new farm on Table Rock Lake where they are building a home. They greatly enjoy family time with their son, Brock, and daughter, Brianna, at the lake and their farm. They also continue to have fun traveling and watching their daughter compete in college track and field.

OUR TERRITORY

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MIKE HARRIS: Mike has been integral with helping Brian get the auction side of the business up and running this past year. We have had several successful land auctions in 2023 coordinated by Mike and featured Ranch & Farm Auctions, a division of Whitetail Properties. Mike and his wife, Beth, are enjoying time with their family, especially their beautiful new granddaughter. Mike continues to work with his Hereford cows and enjoys watching the herd grow. He just wrapped up his 11th year as a volunteer outfitter for Cross Trail Outfitters, taking kids on hunting and fishing trips throughout the year.

HICKORY POLK

GREENE

CHRISTIAN BARRY

We hope this letter finds you well. As we reflect on 2023 and look forward to 2024, we want to let you know that we are thinking of you and thankful for what God is doing in all our lives. Our team has had a fulfilling year with many exciting updates we would like to share with you. Here is a snapshot of what’s been happening with the Utecht Land Team. $188

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DARIN JENKINS: Darin has been excited to take on the role of representing the sales of luxury, country and waterfront homes. He and his wife, Alicia, enjoy spending time in the great outdoors with their two wonderful children.

DARIN JENKINS: Darin has been excited to take on the role of representing the sales of luxury, country and waterfront homes. He and his wife, Alicia, enjoy spending time in the great outdoors with their two wonderful children.

Friends, this letter finds you well. As we reflect and look forward to 2024, we want to let know that we are thinking of you and thankful God is doing in all our lives. Our team has fulfilling year with many exciting updates we like to share with you. Here is a snapshot of been happening with the Utecht Land Team.

GORDON CLIFT: Gordon continues to bring our team success with his knowledge and expertise of habitat management, exceptional hunting properties across the state of Missouri and experience as a general contractor for new construction. He has enjoyed another successful deer season and is already thinking about putting in spring food plots for clients.

STONE

TANEY

CAMDEN

DALLAS WEBSTER

GORDON CLIFT: Gordon continues to bring our team success with his knowledge and expertise of habitat management, exceptional hunting properties across Missouri and experience as a general contractor for new construction. He has enjoyed another successful deer season and is already thinking about putting in spring food plots for clients.

JILL UTECHT: After retiring from 25 years as an occupational therapist, Jill has been a welcomed member of our team behind the scenes, helping with advertising and office work. She is greatly enjoying her new position. She also enjoys spending time with her family and riding her horses.

LACLEDE PULASKI WRIGHT DOUGLAS OZARK TEXAS HOWELL SHANNON OREGON

JILL UTECHT: After retiring from 25 years as an occupational therapist, Jill has been a welcomed member of our team behind the scenes, helping with advertising and office work. She is greatly enjoying her new position. She also enjoys spending time with her family and riding her horses.

BROCK UTECHT: With an unwavering enthusiasm that resonates throughout our team, Brock wraps up the year with a remarkable achievement—45 land sales that reflect his dedication and passion. With strong roots in Marshfield, MO, where he acquired his first home, Brock thoughtfully positions himself closer to both family and our Whitetail Properties office. Beyond his professional endeavors, Brock finds joy working on our farms and sharing moments at Mizzou football games with his family—a tradition that holds special significance since his graduation in 2022 with a Bachelor’s degree in business. Committed to ongoing growth, he is currently pursuing an MBA at Missouri State, with anticipated completion this August.

We have had another record year and anticipate 2024 to be an abundantly blessed year as we continue to work hard for our clients.

this year have included the Wallace

JENKINS FAMILY

We wish you a Happy and Healthy 2024

GORDON CLIFT

LISTED

DALLAS CO. 313 AC± $1,500,000

DOUBLE D RANCH luxury country living with a beautiful & secluded atmosphere in the Ozarks. A gated half-mile asphalt drive, leads to a breathtaking 3600 sq ft handcrafted log home. A spacious residence is turn-key and features 5 bedrooms, 4 and a half bathrooms, two fireplaces, large living areas and custom finishes throughout. In addition to the stunning home, the property boasts a large heated shop with multiple bays, adding to its practicality & functionality.

LISTED

STONE CO. 1,025 AC±

ROARK CREEK RANCH IS A RARE OPPORTUNITY • Roark Creek Ranch is one of the largest land offerings available in Branson • Located just minutes from downtown Branson, Silver Dollar City and Big Cedar Resort • The ranch is nestled among some of the most breathtaking scenery in Missouri • Amazing wildlife, water and endless development possibilities including hunting retreat, residence or resort • Multiple access points and miles of trails on the property

LISTED

WRIGHT CO. 100 AC± $349,000

DISCOVER YOUR PRIVATE HUNTING RETREAT IN THE HEART OF GROVESPRING

A pristine hunting farm boasting open pastures with ideal soils for food plots with thriving whitetail and turkey populations. Multiple trails allow easy access and abundant water sources including Parks Creek, three visible springs, and a secluded pond, this property offers both accessibility and natural beauty.

REDUCED!

PULASKI CO. 90 AC±

$398,750

TRANSITIONAL LAND OPPORTUNITY LOCATED JUST OUT OF THE SAINT ROBERT CITY LIMITS. This unrestricted land is ready for development, features a rolling landscape and offers convenience to town. It has 2 live water ponds and seclusion. This land has a unique character and an abundance of wildlife, mature hardwoods, and scenery. Excellent land for developing into residential lots, RV campground, or recreational use.

LISTED

OZARK CO. 126 AC± $459,000

ROLLING PASTURE FARM SET UP FOR ROTATIONAL GRAZING

Mighty Oaks Ridge Farm consists of rolling ridge pastures and beautiful large oak trees. Steel corners, fenced and cross-fenced for rotational grazing. Abundant wildlife, multiple build sites.

LISTED

CHRISTIAN CO. 25 AC± $199,000

SITUATED RIGHT OUTSIDE OF OZARK CITY LIMITS you will find this secluded and beautiful piece of the Ozark hills that has so much to offer the next owner. This property has great views from atop the wooded ridge of the land where your dream home or cabin can be built.

LISTED

STONE CO. 17.86 AC± $325,000

WELCOME HOME TO THIS CHARMING 3-BEDROOM, 2-BATHROOM brickfacing home just a short drive from Crane. This cozy residence has a nice layout with two inviting living rooms, each featuring a warm stove or fireplace. The highlight is the spacious sunroom, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding land. Tucked away just outside Crane, the location is perfect – off blacktop roads, with no neighbors in sight and scenic views of the beautiful surrounding farmland.

MISSOURI’S TOP LAND SPECIALIST FOR THE LAST 10 YEARS WHITETAIL

LISTED GREEN CO. 113 AC±

REC TRACT ON THE JAMES RIVER NEAR

SPRINGFIELD Over a half mile of phenomenal accessible James River water frontage. Two miles from East Springfield and all amenities the city offers. Great location for building your future home with a picturesque landscape. Close proximity to city but secluded and quiet atmosphere. Amazing views from every inch of property

LISTED BARRY CO. 25 AC± $127,500

NEARBY THE BEAUTIFUL TABLE ROCK LAKE, you will find this recreational paradise that combines pasture, timber, and a great location, providing the next owner with many opportunities. The land is easily accessible with an entrance off the blacktop road frontage into the front field, allowing for a nice homebuilding location overlooking the nice timber stand and the pasture can be used for livestock grazing.

2,200+/- acre sprawling and meticulously maintained property blending unparalleled beauty with top-notch agricultural productivity.

• Located just 10 miles from Marshfield

• 35 miles from Springfield

• 1400+/- acres of Class 2 soils

• 500+/- acres dedicated to crop cultivation

• High-output hay production | livestock grazing | fescue seed

• Exceptional hunting opportunities

• 3 nice homes | event center | over 15 nice barns

• 20,000 bushel grain bin | multiple overhead bins

The M3 Hilltop Ranch is a rare opportunity with incredible infrastructure, high-production land, and an abundance of large lakes that put this property in a category of its own!

• 10-acre lake with the main ranch

• 7-acre lake, multiple 3-4 acre lakes, and over 15 ponds

M3 Hilltop Ranch is a rare gem. The Venue at High Prairie, conveying with the property, enhances income production with its unique charm, capable of hosting 250 guests and offering breathtaking views and experiences.

The M3 Hilltop Ranch is a stunning and income-producing property that offers the next owner not only a picturesque setting but also a turnkey setup for continued success and rewards in the realm of cattle operations.

$499,900

GORGEOUS WALK-OUT CONDO IN POINTE ROYALE!

is ready to go!

Steps to the Pool & Playground from the back patio makes this the perfect vacation spot for families! Pointe Royale, a premier, gated golf community offers world-class 18 hole Golf Course, indoor/outdoor pools, Tiki Bar, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Pro-Shop, Tennis/Pickleball,Courts, Lake Taneycomo Access, Walking Trails & more! Ideal location minutes from Table Rock Lake & Branson Strip!

THIS INCREDIBLE GATED 13,000

SQ. FT. HOME features 7 bed (all en-suites) 11 baths, a Great Room with 26’ wall of glass showcasing main channel views and breathtaking sunsets. Formal dining room, elevator, stately office, 2 laundry rooms, a massive master suite, movie theater, wine cellar, private entrance, outdoor full bath, hot tub, 4 car garage. 4 boat slips available

MLS# 60246621

MLS #60259224

START LIVING THE HIGH LIFE!

$399,000

SPECTACULAR PENTHOUSE CONDO WITH PANORAMIC LAKE VIEWS!

Located on the 12th floor offering gorgeous city & lake views for miles! 1260 sq. ft., 1 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, open living, kitchen with stainless appliances & granite counters, master suite with walk-in shower, garden tub & walk-in closet and more! Hilton amenities indoor & outdoor pools, exercise room, parking garage, Unlimited valet parking at no charge & on-site upscale dining at Level 2 Steakhouse! In the heart of downtown Branson, this is everything you’ve been looking for!

MLS #60261776

TABLE ROCK LAKEFRONT 7 BEDS 11 BATHS LUXURY ESTATE!

$3,450,000

LOCATED AT GRAND CRU LANDING

$599,000

GORGEOUS FRENCH COUNTRY LAKEFRONT HOME! LOCATED AT GRAND CRU LANDING, a private soughtafter gated community on Table Rock Lake! Gentle-tothe-waters-edge frontage and nice lake views! Stone exterior with copper accents, 2644 SF, 3 bdrm, 2.5 baths, 2-car garage. Huge great room w/ fireplace, Chef’s kitchen with upgraded appliances, granite & custom cabinets throughout. Courtyard entrance and wonderful deck ideal for entertaining overlooking the lake! Community swimming pool! 20 minutes to Branson! MLS# 60246581

$525,000

$399,900

COTTAGES AT GRAND CRU ESTATES!

FRENCH COUNTRY LAKE VIEW TOWN HOME!

THE COTTAGES AT GRAND CRU ESTATES! Big lake views yet tucked away in the trees. Open and bright floorplan. This new construction features beautiful hand-hewn beams, fireplace, 4 Bedrooms including Master suite and covered deck. Community pool just a short golf cart ride away.

MLS # 60200512

THIS GORGEOUS HOME LOCATED IN COVETED GATED GRAND CRU FEATURES 3 bed 2 1/2 ba, 2302 sq. ft., great room, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, kitchen, granite counters, tile & wood floors, master suite w/ huge walk-in closet & walk in shower, large covered deck perfect for entertaining and enjoying the lake view! Community swimming pool & community swim area! MLS# 60245857

GOLF COMMUNITY OF POINTE ROYALE! This fully furnished 2 bed, 2 bath is the perfect vacation spot for you and your family! This walk-out unit provides easy access to the pool & playground! Also enjoy all the amenities at Pointe Royale including indoor/outdoor pool, clubhouse, tennis/pickleball, world class golf, Lake Taneycomo access and the peace of mind of 24/7 security in this gated community! Conveniently located minutes from Table Rock Lake and Branson Strip!

MLS #60260329

EXCELLENT DOWNTOWN BRANSON LOCATION! This one level, all brick house located in prominent Lakeview Terrace neighborhood features 3 bedrooms + office, 2 baths, 2000 sq. ft., formal living with fireplace, formal dining, family room, 2 car garage, large patio area & more! There’s even a little fenced area for the pup! Located Steps from Lake Taneycomo, Cox Hospital, Branson Community Center & Branson Landing, this location can not be beat!

MLS #60260578

Stunning Main Home, Pool House & Guest House! Long landscaped driveway to the most beautiful custom built homes you will ever see! You will be immediately impressed by the classy and modern style upon entering the main house! Just a few of the amazing features include 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half baths - 1 off the outdoor kitchen, a lavish kitchen with Woodmode custom cabinets, built-in coffee maker, Wolf Stove/ovens & subzero fridge, enormous pantry, heated travertine floors through out, built-in cabinetry & fireplace in Living Room, A Master Suite fit for a queen! The cozy guest house offers 1 bedroom, 1 bath & laundry closet & 1 car garage. The pool house has heated pool. The Outdoor kitchen is the ultimate for entertaining Located close to Buffalo National River, Dogpatch & downtown Harrison. 30 minutes to Branson! This is a piece of Heaven on Earth that needs to be seen to believe! Can also be purchased as 34 Acres

MLS# 60237540

UNIQUE, RURAL BUT ALSO GATED PROPERTY

$475,000

CALLING ALL LAKE LOVERS!!

UNIQUE BLEND OF RURAL LIVING & ACREAGE? This 30 Acres, with Barndominium & Outbuilding! This gated property features a 50 x 30 outbuilding currently used as a Rustic Barndominium with 1 bedroom, 1 full bath, kitchen with stainless appliances, dining area, living area with wood fireplace, bonus room & 1 garage bay! The 60 x 40 shop building has electric, water, workshop areas with workbenches, sink & 2 garage bays! There’s also a RV spot & hookup and a beautiful orchard with Cherry, Peach, Red Mulberry & Whiteash Trees! Don’t forget about the Deer & Turkey! Think outside the Barn, this property can be Residential, Recreational or Commercial! Frontage on Highway 14 ensures easy access to amenities and commuting to Hwy 65!

MLS# 60262612

$750,000

LAKEFRONT BEAUTY!

NIGHTLY RENTAL APPROVED!

STEPS TO THE WATER! This charming 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath rustic cabin located in Swiss Villa Subvivision is the perfect spot for your second home or investment. Nestled in a quiet cove of Table Rock Lake, this is the ultimate spot for relaxation & FUN! Bring the entire family, this cabin sleeps 10 (6 adults, 4 kids) comfortably with 3 levels, cozy living room with fireplace & beamed ceilings, two master suites & patio with hot tub & large deck perfect for gazing at the water! The kids will absolutely love the privacy of the lower level rec room, theater room with six stadium seats & surround sound & bunkroom! Two minutes from Black Oak Amphitheater, close to Dogwood Canyon & 30 minutes to Silver Dollar City! Community Boat Launch nearby! This is the perfect lake getaway! Furniture package available for $45,000.

MLS# 60261195

444 CR 629 - Green Forest, AR

MLS #148566 $449,900 - 3 bds | 2 ba |

2160 sqft | 3 acres

Looking for a home with a few acres and a beautiful lake view? Here it is! This log sided home on 3 acres m/l is approx 30 minutes from Branson, MO, 20 minutes from Big Cedar Lodge and Long Creek Marina, and 40 minutes from Harrison AR, with gorgeous view of Tablerock Lake! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large den with fireplace, updated kitchen. Beautiful view of the lake from the large windows in living room. The large deck is roofed and also has the gorgeous view. There is also a large detached workshop/garage with 3 overhead doors, and a storm cellar. Home is very well maintained, with newer HVAC and deck. Sq footage is per assessors office.

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Spruce Drive Unit #:

60262251 Residential

Agreement Type:

County: Taney

Subdivision: Evergreen R

Total Bedrooms: 4

Baths - Total: 2

Baths - Full: 2

Baths - Half: 0

Sign on Property: Yes

Aprx Year Built: 2024

Stories: 1

Basement: No

Garage/Carport: Yes

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Rocky Comfort Missouri

Home on 1.9 acres. Country living indeed. Located just off Hwy 76 in McDonald County, is this nicely situated 3 bedroom two bath brick home. The home features central heat and air, a fireplace, and a detached two car garage with a small workshop inside. This is an older home that was remodeled years ago. Very livable, but somewhat dated styling, (what some Real Estate Agents call “Classic Style”). Septic tank reported to be 5 years old. There is a well on the place, but the home is attached to a Rural Water district. About 35 miles from Bentonville Arkansas. Priced to sell at $159,900

38,000 Square Foot Building on about 3 1/2 Acres

Former Nursing Home needs some TLC to turn it into whatever You can think of. 51 hospital type rooms, large common area, offices, former kitchen area etc..

Bring Your Ideas, Your Dreams and $279,000

Hwy 76 Former Flea Market

10,000 sq ft building was used as a flea market for about 15 years. It is a former poultry house that was added onto. Has water, half bath, wood heat in need of repair. Insulation. Older septic. Sits on 1.6 acres with Hwy 76 entrance and frontage. Use as flea market, storage, or what ever. Located next to 3 bedroom home also for sale at Rocky Comfort Missouri. Needs some TLC, which is why it is Priced at $89,900

Country Life in Town

22 acres on Business US 60 in Aurora Missouri. Woods and open land. Mostly level. City water and sewer next door. Front part zoned commercial, remainder zoned agricultural. Where else can You find this type of Property for $100,000?

Build Your Dreams

5.65

Let’s Go Fishing! or Hunting! or Just Relaxing in a Quiet Country Setting

Stockton Lake Property located at Aldrich Missouri , 1.9 Acres overlooking an arm of Stockton Lake and the Aldrich Conservation Area. 1/2 mile to boat launch.. But, You might ask, where would We live? Well good news. This Property has an immaculate 2008 manufactured 1,800 sq ft 3 bedroom 2 bath all electric home. Large deck on 2 sides. Detached 2 car garage with ac cooled workshop inside. 11 miles to Bolivar Missouri. Own it for $169,900

Clever Missouri Home On 2 Acres

Remodeled 3 bed 2 bath manufactured home on 2 acres. New septic, community well. Has metal roof, and outbuilding barn/shop Located close to Nixa or Clever $139,900

Fordland Area Home on 4 Acres

Nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath manufactured home on 4.34 acres. New metal roof. Fenced Yard, small shed. Central Heat and air. Close to Fordland and Marshfield. It can be yours for $169,900

My Contract is Going South. Now What?

People who enter into real estate contracts want those contracts to close, but that doesn’t always happen. Sometimes the buyer can’t obtain financing, the property appraises for less than the sale price, or an inspection reveals a heretofore unseen problem with the property that is a deal-breaker. The standard real estate sale contract anticipates these potential problems and contains contingency provisions to deal with them. Bigger problems arise when one party wants out of the contract for a different reason or for no good reason at all.

The standard contract contains provisions that give the parties options in the event of a default. The non-defaulting parties has the following options against the defaulting party:

1) specific performance

By - Diana Brazeale

to deposit earnest money with a designated escrow agent to give the seller assurance that the buyer is ready, willing, and able to buy the property. If the buyer defaults, the seller has the option to retain the earnest money as liquidated damages. If the seller defaults, the buyer is entitled to the return of his earnest money and liquidated damages consisting of his actual costs (e.g. inspection fees, appraisal fees, loan fees, etc.).

2) termination of the contract with liquidated damages

3) any other remedies available at law or equity

Specific Performance

Specific performance means that the non-defaulting party can take the defaulting party to court and seek a judgment that compels the defaulting party to perform. This remedy is rarely used but can be effective in the event of a seller default. In this case, if the buyer can demonstrate that he is ready, willing and able to close the sale, the court can order the seller to accept the sale price and deed the property to the buyer. A seller attempting to compel a buyer to perform has a more difficult task. The seller can seek the court order directing the buyer to pay and accept a deed to the property, but this may not be feasible if the buyer is unable to come up with the funds.

Liquidated Damages

The most common remedy in the event of a default is to terminated the contract and seek liquidated damages. Liquidated damages means that it would be difficult or impossible to put a dollar amount on the non-defaulting party’s actual damages, so that party’s damages are liquidated (i.e. agreed upon in advance) at the amount of the earnest money or some other amount set forth in the contract. Most real estate contracts provide for the buyer

Any Other Remedies Available at Law or Equity

If specific performance is impractical and liquidated damages are unsatisfying, a nondefaulting party may pursue any other remedies available at law or equity. This means filing suit for breach of contract or for any other cause of action (e.g. fraud) that may fit the particular fact pattern. In these cases, the facts are rarely one-sided, so both sides usually hire counsel, the defendant files a counterclaim accusing the plaintiff of default, and they fight it out in court. Litigation gets very expensive very quickly, and a responsible attorney should be asking the client at the beginning if a broken contract is worth the expense of litigation.

If you see your contract going south and you’re not sure what to do, consult a real estate attorney regarding your options. In addition to sound legal advice, a good attorney can be a voice of reason when emotions are running high.

Diana Brazeale is a real estate attorney and the owner of Brazeale Law Firm, LLC in Branson, Missouri. She has over twenty-five years’ experience in the practice of law, and has drafted and litigated many real estate contacts in her career. She can be reached at (417) 334-7494.

“MISSOURI'S

As Mortgage Rates Rise, Fresh Real Estate Listings Hit a Near

3-Year High

By Margaret Heidenry Mar 21, 2024 - Realtor.com

Mortgage rates rose in March, following much anticipated news by the Federal Reserve this Wednesday to hold its benchmark borrowing rates steady.

The average rate for a 30-year fixed home loan inched up from 6.74% to 6.87% for the week ending March 21, according to Freddie Mac.

“After decreasing for a couple of weeks, mortgage rates are once again on the upswing,” Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist, said in a statement. “Despite elevated rates, homebuilders are displaying renewed confidence in the housing market, focusing on the fact that there is a good amount of pent-up demand, an ongoing supply shortage, and expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut rates later in the year.”

The mortgage rate question

Although the Fed is expected to cut rates three times this year, this relief might not come as early as many might like, given recent inflation data came in higher than expected, according to Speianu. (Although the Fed’s rates and mortgage rates are different, they tend to move in the same general direction.)

Although mortgage rates are down from their multidecade peak of 7.79% from last October, rates might not be low enough for many budget-minded home shoppers, who might take what Speianu calls a “wait and see” approach to home buying. This means some buyers might choose to keep an eye on rates and pounce only when—or if—they fall.

The official arrival of spring has also ushered in a pop of positive news for housing: A whopping 17.8% more sellers listed their homes in the week ending March 16 compared with last year.

“This is the highest year-over-year growth rate in new listings seen since May of 2021,” says Realtor.com® economic data manager Sabrina Speianu in her most recent analysis. “This increase in newly listed homes means more fresh options for buyers heading into the spring home buying season.”

Will this flush of brand-new listings jump-start a housing market that’s been stuck in neutral as of late, or will high mortgage rates keep buyers and sellers on the sidelines? We’ll break down how the latest real estate market data will come into play as the new buying and selling season revs up in this installment of “How’s the Housing Market This Week?”

“If mortgage rates continue to remain steady, it is likely that buyers may wait to lock in lower rates later this year,” says Speianu.

Those buyers watching rates may want to keep a close eye on the economy as well.

“Falling mortgage rates hinge on falling inflation, but recent data still puts inflation well above the Fed’s 2% target,” Realtor.com senior economic research analyst Hannah Jones adds. “The latest projections show that interest rates are likely to be higher for slightly longer than expected in the previous update, but the trajectory will remain dependent on incoming inflation and employment data.”

Home prices are flat

Home shopper hesitancy has hammered home prices, with median list prices flat for the week ending March 16 compared with the same period last year. (The median

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price of a home was $415,500 in February.)

As buyers mull their bottom line, some sellers are lowering asking prices to lure them in.

“Sellers who have already listed their homes are adjusting to make their listings more competitive, and the share of available listings that have had a price reduction continues to increase,” explains Speianu.

The inventory share of price-reduced homes rose in February by 1.4% compared with the previous year.

“This pace of increasing price reductions has continued into the first few weeks of March,” Speianu points out.

Home inventory continues to grow

Spring home-buyers headed into the housing market will find it’s not just fresh listings that are up but also overall active inventory, which jumped a whopping 23.8% above year-ago levels for the week ending March 16.

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“This past week, sellers continued to list homes at a pace much higher than last year,” says Speianu. “For the 19th straight week, active listings registered above the prior year’s level, which means that today’s home shoppers can consider more options.”

Yet this good news doesn’t seem so great when you pull back and view the big picture: Total housing inventory is down nearly 40% compared with typical pre-pandemic levels from 2017 to 2019.

“However, new home supply is looking promising as homebuilders cranked up activity in February,” says Jones. “Housing starts climbed 5.9% year over year and home completions were nearly 10% higher annually in February, signaling potentially more home options in coming months.”

What to expect as the spring market kicks in

Yet home shoppers solely focused on where mortgage rates are headed might be wise to shift their focus to what else is happening in the housing market as spring progresses.

For instance, Speianu points out that buyers will be “facing a trade-off as home listing prices typically also peak in the summer months.”

Some home buyers are already wasting no time to close the deal, with the typical home spending two days less on the market for the week ending March 16 compared with the same period last year. (Homes spent an average of 61 days on the market in February.)

“More home options mean more buyers are finding what they are looking for amid scarce inventory,” says Speianu. “So homes continue to move relatively quickly.”

“As the spring season approaches, many buyers and sellers are getting warmed up to enter the housing market. Some existing homeowners are likely to be hesitant to list their home for sale in today’s high-rate environment,” adds Jones.

“Both progress in inflation and a boost in home supply would help the housing market return to more balance and affordability,” she continues. “Inflation moving toward 2% would allow for easing mortgage rates, and more home supply would relieve upward price pressure. When these two levers start to move in the right direction, many buyers will see a more favorable housing market.”

Margaret Heidenry is a writer living in Brooklyn, NY. Her work has appeared in the New York Times Magazine, Vanity Fair, and Boston Magazine. Source: https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/mortgate-rateshousing-statistics-week-ending-3-21-24/

► Secluded “Hideaway Hills” Subdivision

► “High End” Condominium or Vacation Rental

► Rural Ozarks Atmosphere in the “heart” of Branson Entertainment & City Services

► Overlooks Main Fairway of the 4-Star Golf Course

► Two-story Villa-Duplex Home with Two Rear Viewing Decks

► Located Center of the 76 Country Blvd “Entertainment District”

► Two car Garage

► Many Amenities such as outdoor pool, tennis & basketball

► No Homeowners (HOA) Fees. No Vacation Rentals

► Close to theaters, shopping restaurants and schools

► Strong profit margins from nightly/monthly rental programs 2Bdr,

► Environmental/Cost Efficient “Solar Panel” Roof

► Close to Lakes Taneycomo & Table Rock with boating and Fishing

► Close to Schools, Hospitals, Shopping & Restaurants

► HSA Home Warranty provided

► Walk to 60-Acre Stockstill park:

Tennis Courts

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Newly Renovated Farm House

This Home sites on almost 6 acres located just minutes from Monett. This 4 Bed 2 Bath cute, updated home, that is easy to maintain that offers the beautiful private setting out the back. The property offers NEW Electrical, NEW Roofing, New Stainless steel Appliances, NEW Granite Counter tops and Much more! HUGE attached 3 bay garage with electric. The Land could be easily able to have horses or a few animals with minimum fence work.

Tyler Green 417-489-3495

$ 395,000

MLS# 60257983

Newly Remodeled Home in Quite Neighborhood

This 3 bed 2 bath home was fully remodeled just 3 years ago, ensuring a modern and updated living space. Located in a nice and quiet neighborhood, also including a 2 car attached garage. Check this home before it is gone!!! Monett MO

Cristobal Villa-Gaucin 417-489-8355

$175,000

MLS# 60255906

Beautiful Custom Built Home

Solitude, Tranquility, and One with Nature all describe this 14.71 acres with a custom built ‘’Labor of Love’’ home. Features of this 3 BR, 31/2 BA home include floor to ceiling windows in the living room, stone fireplace with a wood closet. Pine tongue & groove ceiling and hard wood flooring, The stone countertops, glass shower blocks, & glass door knobs are re-purposed from the historic office of M. E. Gillioz. Mud room/ laundry is right off the garage and deck entrance. Verona MO

Rhonda C. Bounous 417-236-4975

$595,000

MLS# 60242095

Welcome to Southern Heights!

This nice ranch home offers a Mid-Century Modern vibe with 2 living spaces. Features include wheelchair access, Andersen windows, crown molding thru-out, split bedroom floor plan, large kitchen with several pull-out drawers in cabinets, lazy susan’s, 2 appliance garages. Wet bar extending from kitchen, outdoor patio with a Koi pond, home office, large laundry room, 2-car attached garage, in-ground kidney shaped pool basement offers storage and a workshop space. Windmill Ridge Golf Course and YMCA nearby. Come check out this beautiful home! Monett MO

Rhonda C. Bounous 417-236-4975

$349,900

MLS# 60254709

10.86 acres in Oronogo

Includes a 1 BR 1 BA home, 2-car de-tached garage, storage building. All new flooring, countertops, sink, shower surround, toilet, faucets. NW corner of the property includes hook-up to electric, water, & gas. Oronogo, MO

Rhonda C. Bounous 417-236-4975

$217,120 MLS# 60260617

Comfy Country Charmin in Monett

GREAT 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Ranch, with a Screened in Covered Front Porch, Attached Car Garage (Could be Converted into a 3RD BEDROOM) plus a 16’ x 28’

Detached Car Garage, Nice Large Back Deck, Huge 1/2

Acre Back Yard, NEWER Roof, NEWER Siding, BRAND NEW $10K LENNOX Central Heat and Air, Newly Renovated with a Comfy Country Charm in the Heart of Monett, MO. Just a Hop-Skip & a Jump to Monett Elementary Schools, Perfect Home Sweet Home! ALL KITCHEN APPLIANCES STAY! Monett , MO

Heather Poage 417-235-2200

$152,500 MLS# 60259869

Charming Ranch Style Home

Situated on a serene 4.77 acres just North of Highway 60 is the one! It would make a great starter home or small family homestead. This home has 3 large bedrooms, a huge bathroom and 2 spacious living areas. The barn is 24x24, with a loft, and an overhang area of 16x24. There are stable areas on each side and a chicken coup you could convert to whatever met your needs. The detached garage is oversized and will fit a car with room for work areas, wired with electric and comes with an air conditioner. Bring your farm animals as its also got cattle tight fencing with no restrictions. Granby, MO

Heather Poage 417-235-2200

$229,900 MLS# 60260077

Country setting ranch-style house

Situated on a spacious 7 acre property, this Home is conveniently located just minutes away from town, providing easy access to amenities and services. The house is a combination of modern and traditional elements. With 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this house offer ample space for a family or individuals looking for room to grow. Additionally, there is a bonus room that can easily be converted into a fourth bedroom. Cassville MO

Cristobal Villa-Gaucin 417-489-8355

$650,000 MLS# 60261198

Sam & Becky Green, Owners

Newly Remodeled Home

This home features three bedrooms and one bathroom, making it perfect for a small family or individuals looking for a comfortable living space. The entire house has been updated with new flooring, giving it a fresh and modern look. This house is ready for you to move in and make it you own. Monett MO

Cristobal Villa-Gaucin 417-489-8355

$139,900 MLS# 60258129

44.7 Acres Great Site to Built your New Home

Property is completely fenced around with Shoal Creek running through. It is a great piece of land with pasture, trees and a creek on-site.

Cristobal Villa-Gaucin 417-489-8355

$290,000 MLS# 60262383

3 Bed 3 Bath Brick style Ranch Home

All Brick Ranch in a Great Mature Neighborhood 3 Bed 3 Bath, Huge walk out Basement. One of a kind home with elevator and spiral staircase, two brick fire places, New Flooring and Paint throughout. Huge amounts of living space to fit any size family. Lets go! HOME SWEET HOME! Humongous Yard fenced in back yard... Oronogo, MO

Steven McWilliams 806-500-8735

$219,900 MLS# 60259463

4 Bed 2 Bath Home off Hwy 60

Thriving Restaurant

Pierce City

One’s in a Lifetime Opportunity over 78 Acres of Prime Real Estate next to Monett/Jack Henry Airport, with more then 1200ft of HWY 60 frontage. Huge Possibilities to catch this property early and transform it into a bustling business such as Truck Stop, Fuel Station (BUC-ee’s), Shipping Industry (Amazon) many advantages await here on this parcel that is so conveniently positioned near the Airport & Highway!

Steven McWilliams 806-500-8735

$835,000 MLS#60261234

Truly Exceptional Ranch Style Home on 50 Acres

Situated on a 50-acre property giving you both privacy and convenience. Located minutes from major highway Hwy 44. Features include stunning Italian style Chicago brick flooring, a woodburning fire place, granite counter-tops, tile back splash, walk-in shower equipped with Bluetooth speaker system. New roof, central heating and air conditioning, and new flooring throughout, new kitchen cabinets. There is also a barn and a large shop on the property. 50 acres to have your horses and cattle. This Home definitely has everything you could desire in a home. Pierce City MO

Cristobal Villa-Gaucin 417-489-8355

$960,000 MLS# 60252857

Workshop With Great Business Potential

Workshop with office space and bathroom. Big bay door is 10 ft high and 12 ft wide. So much opportunity for this building. Bring all your business ideas and dreams and make them yours! Monett MO

Heather Poage 417-235-2200

$189,500 MLS# 60231035

In the Heart of Monett. This busy restaurant is a down town family staple for the community. Seating for over 80 customers and one of the largest parking lots on Broadway. This is a Great Opportunity to take over this 27 year old tradition of Great Food & Great Service. Monett MO

Steven McWilliams 806-500-8735

$279,900 MLS# 60234091

Big kitchen. Original hardwood flooring. Large back yard. Double pane windows. All appliances stay, including washer and dryer. Aurora MO

Heather Poage 417-235-2200

$134,900 MLS# 60261032

Looking for convenience and serenity?

Look no further! Beautifully cared for home on just under an acre. Here’s a list of all the new over the last 2 years. Roof, HVAC, water heater, gutters and fascia, THE SHOP, sunroom, carpet, concrete by garage. There’s something for everyone. Large living room and dining room big enough to also have an office space. Spacious kitchen that also has a little eating area. Enjoy the soaker tub or the ease of the walk-in shower. The country views from this place are spectacular. It overlooks a huge, beautiful pond to the East. Enjoy that sunrise. Purdy MO

Heather Poage 417-235-2200

$249,900 MLS# 60261026

Sam

7 BR 1 BR Vintage home

This 1810 vintage home has lots of potential, and lots of room. Apx. 4.65ac. nice shop building with concrete floors 40 x 30 one bath. 7 Bedrooms 1 bath, ready for your personal touches, property will only sale cash or conventional. Freistatt MO

Susan Cearley 417-489-3145

$139,500 MLS# 60251295

Cargill Turkey Farm

Farm house with 3 bed 2 bath on a Cargill Turkey farm. 1-50 x 400 brood barn, 3 -50 x 400 grow out barns. Steel utility building 48 x 29, compost shed 40 x 80, This farm has many updates and runs on natural gas. Purdy MO

Susan Cearley 417-489-3145

$575,000 MLS #60242734

Flat clear land Just out side Monett

37.53 Acres Just outside the Monett city limits! So many opportunities with this beautiful piece of land! Mainly open with a mix of timber. Near the golf course and YMCA. Platted survey in listing office. Monett MO

Rhonda C. Bounous 417-236-4975

$394,065

MLS# 60260844

Possible Development Project

Just off Hwy 60, Opportunity is yours with this 101.5 acre parcel. Possible development, grazing, crops. New fescue crop sown in 2021. Well & 3-phase power on site. FAA VORTEC facility on site with annual lease of $7,000. Restrictive easements will apply. Neosho, MO

Rhonda C. Bounous 417-236-4975

$812,000 MLS# 60238738

3 Bed 2 1/2 bath home in quiet neighborhood

Move in ready 3 bed 2 1/2 baths home situated on a cul-de-sac dead end road. Home is located on a very quiet neighborhood as also close to schools. Check out this home before it is gone... Joplin, MO Cristobal Villa-Gaucin 417-489-8355

$209,900 MLS# 60258647

3 Bed 3 Bath Brick Home

FANTASTIC Home Perfectly Positioned against Jack Henry Park. Stunning Views of Nature off of the back deck. Almost all Brick Home with 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms, Finished Attic Family Room, Fashionitly Finished, Full Walk-Out Basement, offering Large Open Entertaining Areas plus a Fully Functioning, Beautiful WET BAR! An EXECUTIVE HOME SWEET HOME, on a home town budget... WOW! OVER 4,000sqft. Monett, MO

Steven McWilliams 806-500-8735

$329,900 MLS# 60261912

Cute 3 Bed 1 Bath Home With Unfinished Basement.

It comes with central heat/air and nice hardwood and laminate flooring through out the house. It also has a one car carport and extra storage space in the basement. Take a look before its gone. Monett MO

Cristobal Villa-Gaucin 417-489-8355

$137,900 MLS# 60251009

4 Bed and 3 Bath Country-Style Home

This charming country-style home is located just outside the city limits, offering the perfect blend of peaceful rural living and convenient access to urban amenities. With 4 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms, there is plenty of space for a growing family. Situated on a generous 2.3 acre lot, this property provides ample room for outdoor activities, gardening, or even keeping some animals. Cassville MO

Cristobal Villa-Gaucin 417-489-8355

$265,000 MLS# 60251743

Beautiful two owner custom home.

Perfect for those who desire privacy and proximity to town. Sitting on a 5-acre woodland lot this property offers the joy of nature in addition the convenience of modern living. The kitchen has and abundance of cabinetry, breakfast bar and a functional built in desk. The residence offers a large master suite with en suite bath and spacious walk-in closet. 2 additional bedrooms are located on the main. Large LR with cathedral ceiling and fireplace. The full basement is a versatile space with a family room and 2 additional bedrooms. It’s made sweeter by a cozy pellet stove. This home is uniquely equipped with not 2 but four attached garage bays. Two on the main level, ensuring ample space for vehicles and storage and 2 below for all your toys and whatnots. The mechanics or hobbyists will appreciate the expansive 36 x 37 shop, this versatile space is an extraordinary feature, providing numerous possibilities for projects and storage. The charming potting shed are an extra feature of this spacious property, a special place for gardeners to cultivate their passion. This landscape, with its towering trees wildlife, is the perfect setting for a green thumbs and nature lovers to flourish. This two-owner home, which has been lovingly maintained and is now ready to welcome its new owners. If you’ve been dreaming of country life with the ease of city amenities close by, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Pierce City MO

Mary Dutton 417-236-2054

$450,000 MLS# 60260445

Sam & Becky Green, Owners

Buying or selling a home? How the real estate fee structure impacts you

By Scott Horsley March

22, 2024 - news.wgcu.org

Big changes are coming to the way people buy and sell houses in the United States. The National Association of Realtors settled a lawsuit last week that could up-end the way real estate agents are paid, doing away with the traditional agent’s commission of 5-6%. That’s prompting a reckoning for buyers, sellers and real estate agents. Here are six things to know.

What if you already sold a house? As part of the settlement, the National Association of Realtors agreed to pay $418 million over the next four years. That’s in addition to $210 million that various brokerage firms had already agreed to pay. Lawyers will get a chunk of that money, but the rest will go to people who sold their homes in recent years and paid what critics argue were inflated real estate commissions. Eligibility depends on where you live, but in some parts of the country, the settlement covers people who sold homes as much as a decade ago.

“We don’t know the exact number, but we estimate it to be in the neighborhood of 40 or 50 million” people, says Benjamin Brown, cochair of the anti-trust practice at Cohen Milstein, one of the law firms involved in the class-action case.

What increased negotiations mean for buyers and sellers?

There’s going to be more opportunity to shop around, and likely a wider array of services, from deluxe agents who charge a premium price to discount agents with more limited services — similar to what exists in other markets like stock brokers and travel agents.

Sellers may be able to negotiate a flat fee to market their house, not connected to the selling price. Buyers may be able to purchase a la carte services — paying less if they do their own house-hunting on the Internet and more if they want to be chauffeured around to open houses.

To find out if they’re entitled to compensation, sellers can check the lawyers’ website: www.realestatecommissionlitigation.com.

How will this change real estate commissions? For decades, the norm in this country has been for the person selling a home to pay both her own agent and the buyer’s agent. What’s more, the buyer’s share of that commission had to be spelled out in order to advertise the home on the big regional listing sites. Realtors insist they never fixed those commissions, but as a practical matter, the public notice worked to set a standard — often in the neighborhood of 5 or 6%, split between the seller’s agent and the buyer’s agent.

For a home priced at $400,000 — which is close to the national average — that works out to $20,000 to $24,000 in commissions — much higher than people in other countries typically pay. In Germany, commissions average 4.5%. In the UK, they’re under 2%.

Starting in July, sellers will no longer have to spell out a commission for the buyer’s agent. Advocates say that should lead to more negotiation, more competition and ultimately lower costs.

Many sellers may decide not to pay the buyer’s agent, leaving buyers to shoulder that cost on their own, or go without an agent altogether.

Overall expenses are expected to be significantly lower, however. Economists at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond estimate the changes could save home buyers $30 billion a year, with most of those savings coming out of the pockets of real estate agents.

What does this mean for agents?

Agents are still sorting out what this might mean for their business. When fees are more negotiable, agents will have to make the case for what they’re worth. But the best agents feel like they do that already.

“Do I think that Realtors have to learn to do business in a different way? Absolutely,” says Kevin Wilson, president of the Greater Nashville Realtors. “But I also think this is a wrinkle in the landscape. Not a landmine.”

A drop in commissions might drive some agents into other lines of work, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. The U.S. has 2.5 to 3 million real estate agents — which is far more than any other country, relative to the size of its housing market. For example, the U.S. has about six times more home sales each year than the U.K. does, but 26 times more agents.

“Do we see agents that work with buyers start to phase out of the business because they’re just not getting as many clients?”

A ‘For Sale’ sign is posted on the lawn in front of a home on March 15, 2024, in Miami, Fla. The National Association of Realtors announced that it had reached a nationwide $418 settlement of claims that the industry had conspired to keep agent commissions high.

asks Jovani Ortiz, an agent on Long Island. “These are sort of the unknowns that most agents are looking at right now.”

While the commission pie is likely to shrink, it may be cut into fewer slices, so the remaining agents might end up making the same amount of money.

With home prices and mortgage rates already high, how will home buyers pay for their own agents? While sellers have traditionally paid buyers’ agents in the U.S. (and built that expense into the sales price of their home), many sellers may opt not to pay buyers’ agents in the future. In that case, buyers will have to pay their own agent out of pocket, on top of a down payment and other closing costs. Finding thousands of dollars to pay an agent could be a challenge, especially for first-time buyers, who typically have limited funds and also the greatest need for an agent’s guidance. First-time buyers accounted for just 26% of existing home sales in February — tying a record low.

“Many first time buyers are already at the absolute max of what they’re able to borrow,” says Vanessa Perry, a professor at George Washington University School of Business and a fellow at the Urban Institute’s Housing Policy Finance Center. “They’re not going to be able to come up with any additional cash to pay their own agent.”

Home sellers could still agree through negotiation to pay the buyer’s agent. But in a hot housing market, sellers may have little incentive

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to do so. Eventually, buyers may be able to fold the cost of their agent’s commission into their mortgage, stretching the payments out over the life of the loan. But that will require a change in mortgage underwriting rules. Over time, lower real estate commissions should lead to somewhat lower housing prices.

What should people who are thinking of buying or selling in the next six months do?

The settlement’s changes in commission rules take effect in July, just as many people will be shopping for homes ahead of a new school year. But it’s not clear how quickly the landscape will change. Buyers and sellers may want to talk with their agent about the costs and benefits of moving before the deadline or waiting until the new rules are in place. Remember, commissions account for $20,000 to $24,000 on a typical home. Still, that’s just one factor to consider when deciding when to buy or sell — along with interest rates, the supply of homes on the market and life circumstances like a new job or family member.

Source: https://news.wgcu.org/2024-03-22/buying-or-selling-a-home-how-thereal-estate-fee-structure-impacts-you

Scott Horsley is NPR’s Chief Economics Correspondent. He reports on ups and downs in the national economy as well as fault lines between booming and busting communities.

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• Petsmart - 520 Range Line Rd

• Phillips 66 - 3308 E 32nd St

• Realty Executives - 2302 E 32nd St

• Zipz - 1902 E. 32nd St

KIMBERLING CITY MO.

• Duckees drive thru - 12042 MO-13

• Harter House - 11798 MO-13

• Joe Bald Market - 4047 Joe Bald Road

• Kimberling City Post office

38A Kimberling, C

• Ma’s Place - 13317 M0-13

○ Outdoor Rooms by Design 11966 MO-13

○ ReeceNichols - 13367 MO-13 suite B

• Table Rock Art Guild & Gallery 11863 MO-13

• Table Rock Chamber of Commerce - 14226 MO-13

KIRBYVILLE, MO.

○ Kim’s BBQ Shack - 7930 MO-76

• MM Mini Mart - 134 State Hwy. MM

MARSHFIELD, MO.

• Whitetail Properties - 1201 Banning St

○ White Oak station - 1305 Spur Dr

MONETT, MO.

• Acambaro Mexican Restaurant

• Big Baldy’s Barbque - 814 US 60

• Happy house Chinese buffet - 840 US 60

• Lai Lai - 601 bridle Ln

• Plaza Mexico - 1200 E Broadway St.

• Phillips 66 - 310 S Kyler

• Price Cutter - 2150 E Cleveland

• Race Brothers Farm & Home supply 210 RT -37

• RE/MAX - 855 US 60

NIXA, MO.

• El Lago’s - 461 Aldersgate Dr

• Harter House - 815 N. Kenneth Street

○ Keller Williams - The Massengale Group201 Village Center St

○ Murney REALTORS® - 485 Aldersgate

• Price Cutter - 400 N Massey Blvd

○ Signal Food & Gas - 402 W. Mt. Vernon Street

• Tony’s Place - 550 West Mount Vernon Street

OMAHA, AR.

• Charlies Cafe - 28783 Old Highway 65

• Roberson Orchards - 11680 AR-14

OZARK, MO.

○ El Charro - 1721 S. 20th Street

○ El Taco -1595 W. Jackson

• Huckabella Boutique - 101 S. 3rd Street

○ Price Cutter - 5504 N. 17th Street

○ Rosie Jo’s Cafe - 1711 S. 15th Street

• Sport Clips - 1507 W. State Hwy. J

• Twisted-E-Liquid - 1423 W State Hwy J

PURDY, MO.

• Adelita’s Mexican Restaurant - 201 N City Hwy 37

• Country Corner - 405 State Hwy C

REEDS SPRING, MO.

• Fuel-R-Up Conoco - 21209 Main Street

• Rantz Country Express3583 State Hwy. 160

• Reeds Spring Pizza Co. - 22065 Main Street

• Reeds Spring Post Office 22153 Main Street

• Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce - 14226 MO-13

REPUBLIC, MO.

• Better Homes & Garden Real Estate 954 N Oakwood Ave

• El Charro - 1668 US-60

• Flat Creek - 772 East Hwy 60

• Price Cutter - 1013 East Hwy 60

RIDGEDALE, MO.

• Cedar junction general store - 1225 Ridgedale Rd

• Log Cabin Cafe - 3799 Ridgedale Rd

• Wild Bill’s Travel Center - 3799 Ridgedale Road

SADDLEBROOKE, MO.

• Phillips 66 Convenience Store - 103 Brookside

SARCOXIE, MO.

• Ozarkland Village - 2521 Cimarron Rd

SHELL KNOB, MO.

• Century 21 Properties UnlimitedBridgeway Plz, 24927 Sta Hwy 39

• Harter House - 24988 MO-39

○ Pizza Hut - 25562 M0-39

○ Rapid Roberts - 24755 State Hwy 39

• RE/MAX Lakeside - 24923 MO-39

SPRINGFIELD, MO.

○ Asian King Buffet - 3130 S. Glenstone

○ Big Mamma’s Coffee - 217 E. Commercial

• Cook’s Appliance - 1826 S Glenstone Ave

○ Cricket Wireless - 3867 S Campbell Ave.

• Enhanced Hearing Center

3829 S Campbell Ave

• Greater Springfield Board of Realtors

1310 E. Primrose

• H&R Block - 312 W. Commercial

○ Imber Pools - 4411 E Sunshine St Suite A

○ Leong’s Asian Diner - 1540 W Republic Rd

• McAllisters - 1711 W Battlefield Rd Suite M

• Metro by T-mobile - 1926 S Glenstone Ave

○ Mumey Associates, Realtors®

1625 East Primrose

○ Phillips 66 - 2540 N. Glenstone

○ Price Cutter Plus - 4228 S. National

○ Price Cutter - 3260 E. Battlefield

○ Price Cutter - 2021 W. Republic Road

○ Price Cutter - 712 W. Commercial

○ RE/MAX - 37 45 S. Fremont, Ste A

○ ReeceNichols - 3626 S Campbell Ave

○ Signal Food & Gas - 2810 E. Battlefield

○ Signal Food & Gas - 960 S. Glenstone

• Team Ozark Realty - 3433-D S. Campbell Blvd

• Tropical Smoothie Cafe - 3811 S. Campbell

○ Whole Hog Cafe - 224 W. Sunshine

Amazing real estate opportunity in Branson, MO! 4 lots available for purchase, totaling 10 acres of land in the beautiful Friendly Hills community. This is the perfect location for anyone looking to build their dream home or invest in a promising property.

MLS 60244861

Just Under 8 Acres with Walking Trails throughout, furnished with timeless antique Victorian Decor, 8 on-suite beautifully appointed suites with jetted tubs, a chef’s Kitchen with multiple amenities, over 7400 sqft of living space, Three Stories, central Vac, and so much more.

MLS 60241713

Large Commercial building with Multiple Office Spaces and Lake Views from the upper Floor. This Building could be used as office lease spaces or transformed into many other investment opportunities such as Bed and Breakfast.

MLS 60256149

Come check out this amazing opportunity with 5 dwellings and a community laundry facility that is currently used as long term rentals and could easily be used for short term rentals. This property is 1/4 mile from the entrance to Cape Fair Marina.

MLS 60260449

This Commercial Property is nearly a Blank Canvas awaiting your personal touch. With an open floor plan this building could become a restaurant as it once use to be or transformed and leased to a retail business.

MLS 60256150

Prime Location in Shell Knob for your Personal Business or Lease Space. This Property is minutes from the lake and all of the Business Shell Knob has to offer.

MLS 60256147