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Hi again. It’s time for another…SUNSET SCOOP. This SUNSET SCOOP contains information about major construction underway in the Branson area. Be sure and let me know if you would like additional information on these developments or any other subjects. From time to time I’ll continue to send you more data about Branson.

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What are some of the new, major constructions currently happening in the Branson area?

The Wilderness in the Ozarks in Hollister. It is a 120 acre, $250 million condominium resort that will also include an outdoor and indoor water park, “The District”, which will include a 7,500 seat multi-use center, restaurants, multi-plex cinema and bowling entertainment center. It is set to open Christmas, 2009. It is located on the southeast corner of the new Hollister Hwy 65 Interchange.   

Branson Hills

Branson Hills is located in the northern part of Branson, off Hwy 65 Bee Creek exit. It includes both residential and commercial properties. There is the new $12 million, 42 acre Branson RecPlex that includes a 7,500 sq. ft. fitness center, 12,000 sq. ft. outdoor pool with mega slides, 2 basketball courts, running track, 2,000 sq. ft. community room and several soccer and baseball fields. Branson Hills also has shops and dining including Target, TJ Max, Books A Million, Home Depot, Walmart Supercenter, Kohl’s, Petco, Wendy’s and Chili’s to name a few. Currently under construction includes Best Buy, Bed Bath & Beyond, M C Sports, Michael’s, among others. Phases two and three will include the development of more shops and restaurants over the next four years. In addition to commercial growth, the Branson Hills Development Company is also working to bring hundreds more homes to the area. The $300 million, 1,200-acre development will include 800 homes and a Payne Stewart 18 hole championship golf course and club house that opened September 1, 2008.  

Branson Creek Community

Located south of downtown Branson off Hwy 65, Branson Creek is the areas largest residential development spanning 7,500 acres of the Ozarks. In the early 1990’s, Branson Development, LLC, purchased the land that now forms the Branson Creek community. Community includes individual homes, villas, condos and 2 new championship golf courses, John Daly’s Murder Rock and Branson Creek Golf Course. Branson Creek Community is also where the new Branson Regional Airport is located.    

Indian Ridge Resort Community in Branson West. The $1.6 billion development takes up about 1,000 acres. It is located next door to Silver Dollar City off State Highway 76. The Resort will include an indoor water park, 18 hole championship golf course, conference center, eight-story resort hotel, single family homes, condos and townhouses. Residential areas are currently under construction.

Branson Regional Airport. Privately funded, $155 million, 58,000 square feet airport is scheduled for completion May 2009. It is located in south of downtown Branson at Branson Creek, off Highway 65. The airport will be able to initially accommodate 700,000 customers annually. It is the first privately financed commercial airport in the United States. There are plans in the works for an air show for the grand opening and annually thereafter. It will be one of the top 10 air shows in the nation!

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We look forward to continue to work with you on your real estate needs. Call us toll free at 1-866-804-8361 and don’t forget our websites at www.SunsetRealtyServices.com and www.SunsetNightlyRentals.com. You can also text or call me, Dustin Hall, at 417-699-1070. If sending a text, you can either text from your phone or send from the attached Alltel link. http://www.alltel.com/wps/portal/AlltelPublic/SendATextMessage

Dustin Hall

Broker/Owner

Dustin@SunsetRealtyServices.com

SUNSET SCOOP

 Truly a remarkable area, Branson has 52 magnificent live performance theaters, three pristine lakes, 12 championship golf courses, an international award-winning theme park, dozens of attractions and museums, shopping galore, a full range of dining options, and a host of hotels, motels, resorts and meeting and conference facilities.

Did you know that Branson is building a $155 million, 58,000 sq. ft. regional airport?

The new Branson Airport is currently under construction with a planned opening in May of 2009. It is expected to significantly increase the number of visitors from around the United States that will be able to enjoy the wonderful Branson experience. It is located off Hwy 65 just south of downtown Branson in the Branson Creek Development.

When open, the Airport will be able to accommodate all types of commercial aircraft ranging from regional jets to Boeing 767’s. This enables the Airport to receive non-stop air service from anywhere in the continental United States. Upon opening, the airport will have complete car rental and ground transportation facilities. The terminal is being built and designed to comfortably handle and process 700,000 deplaning passengers per year. It is the first privately financed and operated commercial airport in the United States. There are plans in the works for an air show for the grand opening and annually thereafter. It will be one of the top 10 air shows in the nation!

Did you know that buying in the Branson area has never been better?

In 2004, the median sale price for condos was $86,532, and $141,536 for homes. In 2007, the median sale price for condos was $123,796, and $183,474 for homes. That’s an overall average increase of 9% per year! Many investors have been coming to the area to take advantage of the steady growing market. Prices are still low and the growing continues! New construction in Branson is expected to surpass the $100 million mark this year for the 4^th consecutive year. Branson is being called “recession resistant”. 

Did you know that property taxes in the Branson area are among some of the lowest in the country?

For Branson, the rate is $4.2013 per $100 of assessed value. For Taney County, rates vary from $3.9611 to $5.2981 and for Stone County they are $3.2892 to $4.6063, both per $100 of assessed value. Homes are assessed at 19% of market value. Example - for a house valued at $150,000 in Branson, the yearly tax would only be approximately $1,200.

Did you know that TIME magazine calls Branson “an opportunity waiting to happen”?

In an article entitled “Home Free”, TIME suggests rent to own. TIME says if you are 5 to 10 years out from retirement, you should buy your retirement home now while prices are low and use it as a vacation rental. Areas they mention include…”BRANSON, MO”.

At Sunset Nightly Rentals, we offer a unique combination of real estate sales and vacation rental management. We know rentals! If you are looking for a vacation property to put in a rental program, we have the expertise to help direct you to the locations and types of properties that will do best in a program.  

Did you know that WHERE to RETIRE magazine suggests Branson as a great retirement area?  WHERE to RETIRE says that few know that Branson has increasingly become a retirement magnet. They go on to say that entertainment has something to do with that, but more important are the area’s scenic beauties, its below-average cost of living and its down-home atmosphere. Lakes are one of the primary attractions to the area. WHERE to RETIRE says “Beyond its noted entertainment strip, this star in the Missouri Ozarks is a laid-back, scenic retreat”.     

What’s the newest major completed development?

Branson Landing and the Hilton Hotel and Convention Center of course! Branson Landing is located along Lake Taneycomo on the eastern edge of historic downtown Branson. It is a huge development offering shopping, fast food, fine dining, lodging and entertainment. It’s virtually a town unto itself. It can be reached by land or water. Yes, water. You can cruise down Lake Taneycomo, park your boat at the Bass Pro Shop courtesy dock and walk up to the Landing.  

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We look forward to continue to work with you on your real estate needs. Call us toll free at 1-866-804-8361 and don’t forget our websites at www.SunsetRealtyServices.com and www.SunsetNightlyRentals.com. You can also text or call me, Dustin Hall, at 417-699-1070. If sending a text, you can either text from your phone or send from the attached Alltel link. http://www.alltel.com/wps/portal/AlltelPublic/SendATextMessage

Dustin Hall

Broker/Owner

Dustin@SunsetRealtyServices.com