Showing posts with label holidays at Lake of the Ozarks. Show all posts
Showing posts with label holidays at Lake of the Ozarks. Show all posts

Wednesday, November 11, 2020

A Few Essentials When Hosting Thanksgiving at Your Lake Home

Turkey Day is quickly approaching, which means it's time to get together to give thanks, eat some delicious food, and create memories with family and friends. If you haven't hosted a Thanksgiving holiday yet it's one of the best ways to experience Thanksgiving celebrations, even more so if you own a second home at Lake of the Ozarks! Turn your Thanksgiving celebration into a family getaway to your lake retreat this holiday season for a seriously festive and immersible experience they won't soon forget! Now that you have the idea, here are a few tips to help ease the process of hosting thanksgiving from your Lake home.

Lake Home Atmosphere

Lake of the Ozarks is renowned for the beautiful Fall foliage, where vibrant hues of red, yellow, and orange take over the pristine hardwood forests, making it the perfect Thanksgiving setting, and you can expand this sense even further by using natural seasonal decor when decorating the interior and exterior of your vacation home. Using items such as pumpkins, wheat stalks, gourds, acorns, autumn leaves, and branches are just some examples of natural decor that enhance the Fall atmosphere. This will help you create a wonderful experience for your guests as they celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. 

"Stuffing" the Kitchen

You'll likely have an entire spreadsheet filled with things that need to be done before the Thanksgiving celebrations can begin. It's a lot for anyone to remember, so while your "stuffing" the turkey, don't forget to "stuff" the kitchen as well. Here are a few essentials that you'll want to ensure you have around the kitchen:
  • Turkey baster
  • Meat thermometer
  • Varying sizes of pots & pans
  • Ladles, whisks, & spatulas
  • Sharp knives
  • Pie Tins
  • Baking Sheets
  • Roasting pans

We'll leave the food list to you, but some essential cooking items that are often overlooked are cooking oil, milk, butter, spices, and flour. Just in case they missed the first list.

Plan Fun Activities Around the Lake

Everyone has their own way of celebrating Thanksgiving, whether it's playing football outside, watching the game inside, or chatting up friends and family, it's important to have activities planned so that everyone can enjoy Thanksgiving in their own way. If some of the guests are ready to see what Lake of the Ozarks has to offer this time of year, check out  FunLake for a calendar full of events and holiday activities. So whether it's crashing on the sofa after the meal or hitting the town for horseback riding, pumpkin picking, hiking, or fishing, there's something for everyone here at Lake of the Ozarks.

Buy a Lake Home

If you're in love with the idea of celebrating Thanksgiving at a vacation home at Lake of the Ozarks but don't own a lake home yet, don't worry! Now is an excellent time of year to purchase a home at the Lake, the interest rates are phenomenal, the housing market is booming, and there are motivated sellers looking to begin their new chapter while you begin yours. If you're ready to start the processing of becoming a homeowner at the Lake, Team Lasson would be honored to assist you in securing your mortgage at Lake of the Ozarks. 




Michael Lasson
Senior Loan Officer
NMLS #: 493712

4655 B Osage Beach Parkway
Osage Beach, MO 65065






**The postings on this site are my own and do not necessarily represent First State Bank of St Charles’s positions, strategies, or opinions.

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Friday, November 16, 2018

A Home for the Holidays: Is There Time To Buy?

Are you thinking about buying a home at the Lake of the Ozarks before the holidays? There are two reasons main reasons to close before this date. Either you want to enjoy your home for the holidays, or you want a tax break for purchasing before the end of the year. You may be cutting it close, but keep these details in mind as you make your real estate plans.


The Mortgage Timeline

While one home purchase can go fast, another could take longer. Team Lasson will do whatever is in our power to make your mortgage at the Lake of the Ozarks go smoothly. If we do run into challenges, we look forward to helping you through them!

1st. Start by scheduling an appointment with Team Lasson to get your pre-approval. We will review your credit, income, and debt to determine the maximum amount that you can borrow. Give us a call at 573-746-7211 to get started. This step can be finished quickly, as we can work with you in person or over the phone and email.

2nd. After you are pre-approved for a specific amount, it is time to hire a real estate agent at the Lake of the Ozarks. You can now begin the house-hunting process. Finding the right home can go quickly, but it can also take some time. It all depends on what is currently on the market, and what you are looking for. Once you have found the right home, your agent will help you make an offer.

3rd. After the sellers accept your offer, it is time to get the ball rolling on your purchase by having your agent order the necessary inspections and finalizing your lending terms with Team Lasson so we can complete your loan approval.

4th. Upon receipt of your Sales Contract and Loan Application, we will provide you with the required disclosures for your loan which will include a Loan Estimate to show you the anticipated costs associated with your mortgage. We will also give you a specific amount of time to lock in the interest rate that we have offered on your home loan. You will have to lock this down before the cutoff if you do not want it to be subject to change.

5th. After receiving your signed loan disclosures and additional requested documentation, we will be processing your loan application and getting your loan file submitted to our underwriting department for final loan approval.

6th. After step five is finished, it is time to start the closing process. At least three business days prior to your closing, we will issue your Closing Disclosure to you for review and signatures. On your closing date, we will and meet at the title company to sign the documents!

Do You Have Time?

The end of the year is quickly approaching, however, we can still get you in your new home before then. Call us today to get started!


Get Pre-Approved

The first step to getting your vacation home is to get pre-approved. We can easily do this with you in person, online or over the phone, whichever works best for your schedule. We look forward to walking through the home loan process with you. Owning a home at the Lake of the Ozarks is a wonderful way to enjoy weekends and vacations in the Lake area. We look forward to having you a part of our community, whether full-time or part-time!

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Michael Lasson
Senior Loan Officer
NMLS #: 493712

4655 B Osage Beach Parkway
Osage Beach, MO 65065

Direct: (573) 746-7211



**The postings on this site are my own and do not necessarily represent First State Bank of St Charles’s positions, strategies, or opinions.
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Monday, November 20, 2017

Celebrating Thanksgiving at the Lake of the Ozarks

Can you believe it’s already the middle of November? Thanksgiving is almost here and there’s no better place to spend it than the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks! Your Lake of the Ozarks mortgage lender has all the details on where to eat and what to do this Thanksgiving holiday at the Lake.

Places to Eat on Thanksgiving


Many local restaurants will be serving up a delicious Thanksgiving feast on Thursday, November 23rd. If you don’t feel like cooking or cleaning this year, head over to one of these places:

1. J. Bruner’s Restaurant
Enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner featuring a traditional turkey dinner or their famous steak and seafood menu. The restaurant opens at 3 pm and reservations are recommended.

2. Tan-Tar-A Resort
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving buffet with all the trimmings, without stepping foot in the kitchen! The buffet will run from 11 am to 5 pm and reservations are required.

3. The Trophy Room at Old Kinderhook
Enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving Dinner at Old Kinderhook. The restaurant will be open from 11 am to 4 pm and reservations are required.

4. HK’s Restaurant & Bar at The Lodge of Four Seasons
The Lodge of Four Seasons will hold their annual Thanksgiving Brunch in the HK’s dining room on November 23rd from 11 am to 2 pm. Call for reservations.

5. J D Waddles Restaurant at Inn at Grand Glaize
Join family, friends and new acquaintances at the Inn at Grand Glaize for a traditional Thanksgiving feast from 11 am to 3 pm. Reservations are recommended.

6. H. Toad’s Bar & Grill at Camden on the Lake
Enjoy a featured 3-course Thanksgiving menu where guests can choose from the delectable starters, entrees and desserts for just $35. The restaurant will be open from 11 am to 5 pm and reservations are suggested.

Things to Do Thanksgiving Weekend


Thanksgiving weekend is the kick-off to the holiday season, and there’s no shortage of fun-filled holiday events happening at the Lake of the Ozarks!

1. Drive-Thru Holiday Light Parks
Beautiful light displays will be set up across the Lake area starting Thanksgiving weekend. While donations are gladly accepted, these holiday light parks are free to attend. Be sure to check these out:
  • ·        Enchanted Village of Lights at the Laurie Fairgrounds – Open Nightly from 5-9 pm (10 pm on the weekends)
  • ·        St. Patrick’s Festival of Lights at Shrine of St. Patrick / Mother’s Shrine – Open Nightly from 6-10 pm
  • ·        Versailles Unity Circle of Lights at Versailles City Park – Open Nightly starting November 25 from Dusk until Midnight
  • ·        Osage Beach Holiday Lights at Osage Beach City Park – Open Nightly starting November 25

2. Christmas Village at Old Kinderhook
Every weekend (Fri-Sun) from Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve, the Christmas Village at Old Kinderhook will offer horse drawn carriage rides, gingerbread house decorating, tree lighting and tree trimming gatherings, Santa & Mrs. Clause, Elf storytelling, S’mores around the fire pit, spa features, fun games for the family, great food and great company, and ice skating with a special guest!

3. Deck the Docks Holiday Light Cruises
Come out and enjoy the Christmas lights on the lake for the 7th Annual Deck the Docks to benefit Dogwood Animal Shelter. There will be complimentary appetizers donated by local restaurants, as well as live entertainment donated by local entertainers. Learn more at: www.cruiselakeoftheozarks.com.

4. Christmas on Main Street
The Main Street Music Hall is celebrating the spirit of the holidays with a Christmas on Main Street. Enjoy your favorite songs with a night of laughter, as Gabby Gumm and our talented cast give you that warm fuzzy feeling you used to get as a kid. It’s guaranteed entertainment for everyone, no matter your age. The show opens November 24th. Call for show times and tickets.

5. Annual Lighted Christmas Parade in Laurie
The Lake West Chamber of Commerce will present the 16th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 25th beginning at 6 pm. The parade will start at the Central Bank in Laurie and travel north on Hwy 5 to the Terrace Mall. This year’s theme is “The 12 Days of Christmas.”

If you enjoy spending time at the Lake, consider relocating or investing in a second home at the Lake of the Ozarks. Then you’ll be able to participate in all the fun events happening all year round! For information on Lake of the Ozarks home financing, contact Lakelender Michael Lasson at 573-746-7211. I’ll discuss your options, offer competitive interest rates and back it up with the first-class service you deserve! 

 For Lake area news, resources and tips on financial services, please 


Michael Lasson
Senior Loan Officer
NMLS #: 493712

4655 B Osage Beach Parkway
Osage Beach, MO 65065

Direct: (573) 746-7211

**The postings on this site are my own and do not necessarily represent First State Bank of St Charles’s positions, strategies, or opinions.



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