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Facts About Title Insurance - 3 Myths and Misconceptions Debunked

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Title insurance can be a bit confusing for those who are not in the real estate industry, and there are a lot of misconceptions people have about it.  Understanding exactly what it is, how it works, and whether you need it is important when you are doing a real estate closing at the Lake of the Ozarks .  Your property ownership rights may depend on it. At Arrowhead Title, we have a philosophy that focuses on clarity, communication, and educating our clients.  We have been providing title services at the Lake of the Ozarks since 1984 and we know that it is not worth taking any chances when it comes to your real estate closing.  So today, we want to clear up some of the common myths and misconceptions surrounding title insurance. Myth #1 - If I am building a new home, I don’t need a title search or title insurance. Imagine investing all the money to build a new home just to find out the person who owned the land did not have the right to sell it to you because of an ...

Kid Friendly Activities at the Lake of the Ozarks this Halloween Weekend!

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Although the lake is famous for its fun summertime activities, at Arrowhead Title , we think the fall brings its own share of family fun.  Halloween is especially exciting in the lake area because there are so many interesting events for kids of all ages.  We helped so many families with their real estate closings at the Lake of the Ozarks this year, and we are thinking about all the memories they will be making here as they live the lake life.  We wanted to share some great Halloween events at the Lake of the Ozarks this year in case you would like to get in on the action. Congratulations on making your move to the Lake of the Ozarks !  We hope you enjoy the season and all it has to offer.  If you are ready to find out about the choices available to you this Halloween, keep reading this blog! Ghouls Gathering Festival with Haunted Maze October 29-31, 2021 Lake Breeze Terrace 7127 Old Route 5 Camdenton, MO 65020 Phone:  5738735343 Email: ...

5 Tips to Make the Process of Buying a House at the Lake of the Ozarks Easier and More Successful

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Thoughts of living the lake lifestyle just won’t go away and now you are ready to make it a reality!  At Arrowhead Title , we have helped people attain the lake lifestyle since 1984, and it is still as fun today as it ever has been. Being a part of real estate closings at the Lake of the Ozarks for so long, we have learned a lot about how to make the process easier and more successful for our clients.  If you are thinking about buying a home in the lake area and would like to learn more, keep reading this blog for ways to be better prepared when buying a house at the Lake of the Ozarks !   1) Set a Budget. It is easy to just think about the monthly mortgage payment when deciding what you can afford when buying a home, but there are other costs involved.  You will want to remember things like down payment, inspection fees, title insurance, and other closing costs.  There will also be recurring costs after you have purchased the home such as homeowner’s insur...

Appraisals and Inspections – What is the Difference?

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As your trusted title company at the Lake of the Ozarks since 1984, we are asked this question a lot by our clients during the process of closing on a house at the Lake of the Ozarks . While appraisals and inspections both involve taking a close look at the home you are buying, they each serve different purposes.  The reason for an appraisal is to determine the value of your home at the Lake of the Ozarks . The purpose behind an inspection is to get a detailed understanding of the condition or quality of the home you are buying. The value of your new home will be important to your lender because they want to know they are not loaning more than the property is worth.  The inspection will be of great interest to you because you want to know there is no major problem with the house that you would consider a dealbreaker.  If you are interested in learning more about how appraisals and home inspections at the Lake of the Ozarks work, keep reading this blog! Appraisers Look...

Ozark Americana – 5 Events to Enjoy in October

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What a great time of the year to live at the lake!  As your trusted title company at Lake of the Ozarks , we are so happy for our clients who trusted Arrowhead Title with their real estate closing at the Lake of the Ozarks .  We think about them enjoying the lake life and the beauty of the Ozarks as the seasons change, and we know there is something at the Lake of the Ozarks for everyone to enjoy. One thing that seems to attract people from across the state is the sense of good old Americana culture. So, in this week’s blog, we thought we would share with you 5 events you can enjoy this October to experience that all-American culture for yourself. (source: www.FunLake.com) Jacob’s Cave Swapping Days Sep 30, 2021 - Oct 3, 2021 Jacob's Cave Meadowlands 23114 Hwy TT Versailles, 65084 Phone: 573-378-4374 Email: jacobscave@earthlink.net Hours of Operation: 7 am to 10 pm Missouri's largest swap meet featuring antiques, guns, fishing tackle, crafts, small anima...