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The month of October is Window Covering Safety Month and our real estate agents in Eldon, MO want to help ensure you and your family are safe. As a homeowner, it's important to create a safe environment for everyone who enters your home - especially those who live with you at all times. While it seems like a harmless object in your home, window coverings present a number of dangers, especially for small children. Take a look below to learn a little more about window covering safety, in honor of this month. Secure Lose Cords Mini blinds are a popular way to cover windows throughout many homes. Ensure the cord is secured at a safe level. Often times small children will crawl over and play with the cord. At this point they can get caught around the cord or pull too hard, leading to the entire set of blinds falling on your kids. Keep Beds Clear of Windows When arranging your kids rooms, ensure the bed or crib is a safe distance away from all window coverings. From trying to...

Spring is a great time to re-charge our batteries. Why not do the same for your home at the Lake of the Ozarks ? Make a checklist of things to do to maintain a happy and healthy home. Then you can relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor this spring. Here are 6 tips for homeowner's at the Lake of the Ozarks to get your home in shape this season: Deep Clean Rugs and Carpets Like the rest of your floors, carpets and rugs get a significant amount of wear and tear in the winter. Muddy boots from melted snow can leave them dingy and unattractive. Deep clean your rugs and carpets with a steam cleaner. If you don't want to call in a professional or don't have your own steam cleaner, there are many grocery stores and home improvement stores that rent them. Reverse Your Ceiling Fan Direction Once you are no longer using the heat in your home, flip the switch on your ceiling fan to rotate counter-clockwise. The air should push downward, creating a cool breeze. The airflo...

Buying your first home is a very exciting - albeit a little overwhelming - experience. There are so many details that need attention and so many important decisions to be made. Your real estate agent in Eldon, MO will be able to help guide you through the home search and purchase process, but what happens after you have signed your name on the dotted line and moved into your new house near the Lake of the Ozarks ?  Owning your own home is unbelievably rewarding, but it certainly comes with its fair share of important responsibilities. If you are preparing to buy your first home at the Lake of the Ozarks (or if you have recently joined the ranks of proud local homeowners), keep reading to find a few important tips for first-time homeowners. 1. Your New Home Will Cost More Than Your Monthly Mortgage Payment While it is true that owning a home is often cheaper than renting if you plan to live in your chosen location for at least three years, don't be fooled into thinking t...

As we wave goodbye to June, it's safe to say that summer is officially well underway. This is the season for barbecuing, swimming, and taking care of those summer landscaping projects that you put off all spring! If you're planning to tackle your front or back yard this summer, the team at Devine & Associates Real Estate is here to help with these summer landscaping tips. 1. Keep Your Lawn Hydrated The summer heat can be tough on your grass, trees, bushes, plants, and flowers. Keep everything looking fresh and beautiful by watering your plants and your yard every one to two days. Water them in the mornings for best results! 2. Mow Your Grass Frequently One of the simplest, easiest ways to keep lawn looking well-maintained is mow your grass frequently, as tall grass looks derelict and unkempt. You can make your lawn look great by keeping your grass at around three to four inches high.  3. Plant Perennials Continually planting flowers every single year ...