South West Missouri Real Estate and More!

We have a restaurant in a Cave listed for sale - so I'm not sure why I was shocked to hear about a HOME in a CAVE. This home is also located in Missouri and the family is having trouble finding a bank that will re-finance the property.

More of the story is below... if you know of anyone in the mortgage business, or you yourself are in lending, perhaps you can help this family of five.

The tradition continues this Sunday, March 1st, 2009 - opening day of trout season at Bennett Spring State Park in Lebanon Missouri.

Last year, the Park played host to 3,000 anglers on opening day, a Saturday. This year, Park officials expect the same, if not a few more. The weathermen are calling for cooler weather - but I don't think that will deter many. Trout fishermen and women are a dedicated bunch!

If you're heading to Lebanon Missouri for trout season, here is a sampling of what you'll find:



Ollie's BBQ and Steakhouse

• Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Specializing in slowly smoked brisket
• Homemade pies daily!
• Closed on Tuesdays
• Hwy 64, Lebanon MO

417-588-8828


Sand Spring Resort Restaurant

• Friday and Saturday night buffet
• Saturday and Sunday morning breakfast buffet
• Hunt Brothers Pizza - perfect to go
• 1996 Hwy 64, Lebanon MO

47-532-7291


Circle J Cafe

• Breakfast served all day
• Open 7 days a week
• Breakfast buffet on opening day
• On Hwy 64, between the two park entrances

417-533-5131


The Creel Inn and RV Park

• Seven sleeping rooms
• RV parking spots
• Showers and laundry facility
• Hwy 64, Lebanon MO

417-588-8828


Lottie's Rustic Retreat

• Furnished 3 bedroom cabin
• Sleeps at least 6
• Full kitchen
• Covered Deck
• 4 miles west of Bennett Spring State Park

417-849-2807
www.LottiesRustricRetreat.iwarp.com


Cedar Ridge Campground

• RV spots or put up your tent
• Shower house and laundry facility
• Mini golf 
• Game Room
• 12830 Hwy 64, Lebanon MO

417-588-8858
www.CedarRidgeCamping.com


Circle J Campground

• Overnight or permanent campsites
• Canoes, rafts or kayaks for rent
• Propane and firewood available
• Located on Hwy 64, between the park entrances

417-533-5131


Vogels Resort

• Lodging or RV spots available
• In-ground pool
• Private bbq area
• Canoe rental
• Hwy 64, east of the main Park entrance

417-532-4097


Redbeard's Ranch

• 295 acre campground
• Riverfront campground
• RV sites
• Tee pee rental
• 30075 Marigold Dr, Lebanon MO

417-533-7337
www.RedBeardRanch.com



Thompson's RV Park

• 4 Rental cabins
• Dining hall
• Men/women's restrooms with showers
• RV spots
• Convenient to Bennett Springs State Park and Lebanon MO
• Located on Hwy 64

417-588-2655
www.ThompsonsRVpark.com

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To read more about Bennett Springs State Park:

Opening Day of Trout Season - 2008

Bennett Springs State Park in the Fall

Kids Fishing Day at Bennett Springs State Park in Lebanon Missouri


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Contact Debbie DiFonzo, Broker, United Country VIP Realty to sell your property or to buy property in Lebanon, Conway, Marshfield, Buffalo, Bennett Springs and the surrounding areas. I specialize in country homes, hunting land, river front property, dairy farms, large acreage and commercial property in Southwest Missouri.
417-532-2031 Lebanon MO office phone or email: missouriagent@msn.com

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The Fight Against Cancer

There is No Finish Line…
Until We Find a Cure!

The Marshfield Area Realtor Team
will be collecting
used ink/printer cartridges as a fundraiser.
Please save them for us through the end of May 2009!
You can drop them off at United Country VIP Realty,
1329 Spur Drive, Suite 160 (Behind Ziggy's)
Marshfield MO
Or give us a call – we’ll come by and pick them up!
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This year, the Marshfield Missouri Realtors are joining forces - there is power in numbers!

Together we are forming the 2009 Marshfield Area Realtors Team!

We've hit the ground running and hope you'll join in our fundraising efforts.

Relay For Life Webster County will be held on June 19th - June 20th, 2009

There is No Finish Line...
Until We Find a Cure!

Until a few weeks ago, I had never heard of Donkey Basketball.

I know, I know, where have I been?

Putting together a post last week on free or nearly free activities in Lebanon Missouri, I realized Donkey Basketball was coming to Lebanon as a fundraising event. Donkey basketball? You mean real, live donkeys? people ride the donkeys? in the gym?

I had to see this!

I can assure you this was worth more than the $6 ticket price - joining the donkey's were students and business men and women from Lebanon. It was rather fun to see a few of our local bankers out there on the floor, trying to ride a donkey in the middle of a gym.

If you have the opportunity, donkey basketball is an inexpensive way to have a few laughs while raising money for a good cause.

If you're looking for a community fundraiser, this may be the one for you! There are a variety of companies out there, however, here in Lebanon MO they used Circle A Donkey Ball Company at Donkeyball.net

Photos and video by Debbie DiFonzo, United Country VIP Realty, Lebanon MO
Feb. 2009

Do you remember the Pep Rally?

It's been a long time since I've given any thought to the Pep Rallys we held in school. I don't remember grade school get togethers. I doubt we had any since my grade school split into at least three different high schools. But, I do remember my high school, Benet Academy, and the Friday pep rally.

I especially remember "We Are the Champions" by Queen pouring into the hallways from the loud speakers. To this day I do not know who allowed such a song to be played in our Catholic prep school hallways, but it is a vivid memory -- one I know I'll ever forget.

So why the trip down memory lane? Ezard Elementary in Conway Missouri held a pep rally this past Friday. Conway is a self contained campus - with all 12 grades on the same grounds. My daughter is in sixth grade and neither one of us remember having another pep rally. If she's had one in the past six years, she doesn't remember and neither do I.

This was Homecoming weekend and to celebrate the power of being a Conway Bear, the elementary school kids dressed in their best spirit wear, with prizes being awarded in each of the classrooms to the child showing the most spirit. Red, white and black hair was the norm on Friday. Hat, shirts, pants and shoes - all a sea of red, white and black. I'm confident every child had a bear or at least a bear print some where on their body!

At the actual rally, the varsity cheerleaders performed, the Sugar Bears danced, the high school girls basketball team stopped in as did the boys basketball team. Both coach's said a few words of wisdom and of course, invited everyone to the game.

Some of these kids may not have understood the power of being part of this Conway Team, but I know they all felt it - and I'm confident they will remember it.

The gym was alive and oh, so very, very loud!

It truly was a great day to be a Conway Bear!

If you're a First Time Homebuyer in Missouri - this post is for you! 

Recently, there have been so many changes in First Time Homebuyer Tax Credits I know many of you must be confused - I know I have been. Between the political party's taking, the media blabbing and then the actual changes, what we have in force has been difficult to keep track of.

As of today, I think you're safe in following this summary for the First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit of 2009: 


1. A First Time Homebuyer is defined as someone who has not purchased a primary residence in the last three years.

2. The Federal First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit is now $8,000 or 10% of the value of the home.

3. This tax credit applies to people who purchase homes from the start of 2009 through the end of November 2009.

4. This is a tax credit which means just that -you get a credit.

5. This is not a reduction on tax liability.

6. The tax credit can be used for your tax liability - if you owe $5,000 in taxes, you  can offset that with money from your $8,000 tax credit.

7. The credit applies to your principle residence. (house, townhouse, condo)

8. Buyers will have to repay the credit if they sell their home within three years.

9.There are income guidelines! To receive the full credit, first time buyers who are single should have an income of $75,000 or less; couples $150,000 or less.

10. Missouri Tax Credit Loan Program - As I mentioned a few weeks ago, Missouri will assist you with your down payment and closing costs, up to 6% of the purchase price. Missouri is then paid back when you file for your Federal tax credit. There are many more details but this is an amazing opportunity!


Whew! Got all of that??

This may help --

The first I heard of this chart in a post written by Missy Caulk, a fellow Realtor from Ann Arbor, MI. The chart was created by the National Association of Realtors (www.realtor.org) and I think it does a great job of  putting "it" all together.

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Contact Debbie DiFonzo, Broker, United Country VIP Realty to buy property in Lebanon, Conway, Marshfield, Buffalo, Bennett Springs and the surrounding areas. I specialize in country homes, hunting land, river front property, dairy farms, large acreage and commercial property in Southwest Missouri.  417-532-2031 Lebanon MO office phone or email: missouriagent@msn.com

Copyright © 2009 By Debbie DiFonzo, All Rights Reserved. Are you a First Time Homebuyer in South Central Missouri?

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This home is fun and versatile! Over 3,500 square feet of living space in the main home: four bedrooms including two master suites OR the perfect home to have in-law quarters OR for a home based business. Lots of options due to the open floor plan.

The 53 acres is mostly wooded, but could easily be cleared for pasture. Perfect property to deer and turkey hunt. Would make a nice lodge or retreat!

Two homes on 53 acres outside of Lebanon Missouri

More features than you can imagine - one low price! Main home has four bedrooms, three full baths with two living areas. Second area has private door, bedroom, walk in closet and full bathroom. With a parking pad, this space is perfect for in-laws, guests or home based business. Open kitchen, dining, living room area plus family room. Great counter space in the kitchen plus island - perfect for large get togethers.

You'll find three sources of heat - including an outdoor wood furnace - great closet space, lots of natural light and so much more! Over-sized garage has workshop space and plenty of room for three vehicles, maybe more.

Second home is a 1997 mobile home with two bedrooms, one full bath plus half bath. Located down the drive from the main house, this home is private. With storage shed and carport, it's the perfect space! Your 53 acres is mostly wooded, with trails in place for your horse or ATV. Mostly fenced, you could add horses, goats or clear pasture for cattle. Chicken coup, small lean-to shed and a foundation for a storm shelter too!

Easy drive into Lebanon or Fort Leonard Wood.

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FREE and Low Cost Events in Lebanon Missouri

* The Lebanon High School Magnetic Theater Company Presents: Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, show times are Saturday, February 14 at 7:00 p.m.; and Sunday, February 15 at 3:00 p.m.  

* Donkey Basketball will be held on Thursday, February 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Carr Gym at Lebanon High School.  Tickets are $6 in advance and $8 at the door.  All proceeds go to LHS After Prom 2009.

* LHS Project Grad will hold a Snowball Softball Tournament on Saturday, February 21, 2009 at Atchely Park in Lebanon MO. Entry fee is $100 per Team. For more information or to register your Team, contact Sam Judy at 417-532-9754 or 417-664-4710.

 
* Ladies’ Night Out, a FREE, educational and fun evening for women of all ages. February 19th, 2009 from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Cowan Civic Center in Lebanon MO.  More than 50 vendor booths, cooking demonstrations, free samples, give-aways, prizes and more!

* Informative luncheon at St. John's Hospital in Lebanon MO. Cost is $5.00 and includes a healthy lunch. Seating is limited; call to register 417-533-6009. Program begins at noon and will be held in the first floor conference room. This Wednesday, February 18th, 2009: "Get behind the scenes look at St. John's Hospital in Lebanon, the Sisters of Mercy and St. John's Health System"

* Missouri Division of Tourism in partnership with the Missouri Travel Council will present, "How to promote your business without spending a Nickel" on March 17th, 2009 from 9 am until 3 pm at the Ramada Oasis & Conference Center in Springfield MO. Continental breakfast begins at 9:00 a.m., with the workshop beginning at 9:30 a.m. Refreshments at breaks and lunch are provided.  Space is limited! RSVP to Pat Amick, CMP, Executive Director of the Missouri Travel Council, at pat-amick@socket.net by February 27, 2009.

* SCORE is ready to assist Lebanon area small businesses in evaluating their 2008 results and make recommendations for 2009. As always, SCORE counseling is a free service. Want to set an appointment for a "free" business check-up? Call Tim Blake at 417-532-8251. SCORE will offer appointments on February 20 or 27th, March 6th or 13th at the Lebanon Chamber of Commerce offices at 186 N. Adams in Lebanon MO. Remember, cost is FREE!

* The Laclede County Office of Emergency Management will be conducting their annual Weatherspotter Training, in conjunction with the National Weather Service – Springfield and Regional Radio KJEL on Monday, March 2^nd 2009 at 6:30 PM at the Laclede Electric Co-op Facility at 1400 East Route 66 in Lebanon, in the Community   Room.  This class is free, and registration is not required.  The National Weather Service will be presenting the training, and there is no obligation to become a weatherspotter when the course is complete.  The general public and anyone with an interest in severe weather are encouraged to attend.  For more information, contact OEM at 417-532-6992.

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Debbie DiFonzo, e-PRO, GRI, SRS
United Country VIP Realty
417-532-2031 Lebanon MO office
417-468-5900 Marshfield MO office

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By Debbie DiFonzo. The information provided herein is obtained from multiple sources and is deemed accurate but not guaranteed. "February Evenst in Lebanon Missouri - many free!"

I just had to share this with all my South West Missouri friends!

Sharon Simms, a Broker/Realtor in Florida is celebrating a new listing - for more reason than one. The Seller is selling because she is getting married.

Even though real estate seems to be changing daily before our eyes, there are good news stories out there! Not every home on the market is a short sale, a foreclosure or a hardship story. There are marraiges, births, retirements and job promotions too!

Let us help you celebrate!  United Country VIP Realty serves Dallas County, as well as Laclede, Webster and Wright Counties in Missouri.