About Aaron Jones
One of the most important decisions you will make while buying, selling, or investing in real estate, is deciding on who you will entrust to be your agent.
For many years of my life, I managed a variety of different businesses. During this time, I've learned just how important service, aggressiveness, and new marketing methods are for any business, especially the real estate industry. In fact, I co-founded a software development company in 2011 (leadcity.com & signfast.com), and we are finally launching our real estate management software and electronic and digital signature solutions in the 2nd quarter of 2023.
One thing I've learned is that it's key to surround yourself with a great team and exceptional talent, which is why I'm with RE/MAX Lakes Realty. We have the best real estate brand in the world and the finest team of real estate professionals in the Iowa Great Lakes. Also, I've lived around Lake Okoboji my entire life, and understand the local markets thoroughly.
In 2014, I purchased the local RE/MAX Office and REMAX Lakes Realty has been #1 in sales in Dickinson County ever since; in fact I was also the #1 agent in sales in 2020 and 2021, and very close in 2022. In the fall of 2022, my wife and I had our first child together and I decided to take a step back and sold our office to RE/MAX Concepts out of Des Moines, IA. They are a fantastic company that can offer our agents so much more than I ever could.
But that doesn't mean I'm going anywhere. In the Spring of 2023, I decided to form a team, which we have named the BojiHomes.com Team @ RE/MAX Lakes Realty | Aaron Jones & Associates. Being with RE/MAX has been the best decision I ever made starting from day 1 as an agent.
My wife Brooke has her own team here at RE/MAX Lakes Realty, and our new addition to the family, Emersyn Sophia Jones will be an Okoboji Lake girl. Okoboji is quite simply a great place to raise a family. I have an older daughter Alexis that is in the nursing profession in Des Moines.
Working with buyers and sellers to list and sell homes in Okoboji and the surrounding area is just an incredible passion of mine. We only recruit team members to the BojiHomes.com Team that share that same passion. I am confident that you will find working with me and our BojiHomes.com team a refreshing change. We truly understand the challenges our clients face buying and selling homes in the Okoboji market, and we will be your experts to guide the way. Rest assured that you will always come first and that you will receive Exceptional Service and Peace of Mind.
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Boulders Inn
Boulders Inn and Suites promises to make your Okoboji vacation comfortable and relaxing. This new hotel just south of Emerald Hills golf course between Milford and Arnolds Park offers 40 rooms with suites to meet your individual needs. One of the best things about Boulders Inn is that it is within walking distance of the Taco House. For some of you, I know that can be a big deal!
Cheap vs high end quality. A buyer's perspective.
Here's the scenario. You are building a house or remodeling your house. Material costs are up. Labor costs are up. You ask yourself, where can I save a buck? Before answering this question, you must be careful, especially if your home is located in an area where other quality homes are built, whether on the lake, off the lake, or in higher valued developments such as golf course developments, etc. Growing up in construction and with a plethora of new construction and remodels under my belt, let me share with you some of the easy things that your future buyers will recognize when they are looking for quality.
1. One of the first things buyers of higher end homes will look for is to determine if the owner used hollow core doors. It's an immediate sign that the seller was looking for ways to save money (where else then did they cut back that I can't see???)
2. The second most obvious is the counter tops. Did the sellers spend for a quality granite, quartz, or other hard surface, or was formica used?
3. The third item that might stick out is the cabinetry. Do the drawers have dovetail construction with hardwoods? Did they use "soft close" drawers? Are there pull outs for the pots and pans?
4. Flooring is an easy one also. Was laminate used, or is it engineered or hardwoods? Does the carpet convey a quality feel and plushness? Is there a nice thick pad underneath the carpet?
5. Though there are many other items to look at, cheap vs quality lighting and plumbing fixtures are probably the next major focus.
There is nothing wrong with with using lower cost materials, especially when trying to keep a project within budget, especially when trying to build more house for less money. Just be aware that most buyers looking to spend in excess of $300k for off lake homes and $500+ for East Lake chain homes, and $1M+ for West and Big Spirit will expect the very best materials and finishes.
AmericInn
AmericInn Lodge & Suites is centrally located in Okoboji on beautiful Brooks National Golf Course. This hotel offers 61 guest rooms all with 32' flat screen televisions and plush top beds. There are a variety of different room types are available.....fireplace, whirlpool tub, patio or balcony. They offer a free hot home-style breakfast such as waffles, sausage, eggs or biscuits and gravy, fresh fruit, yogurt and more! Enjoy the heated swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna or soak up the sun on one of the three patios. AmericInn offers an affordable option to tourists, especially in the summer. It is also conveniently located just off the trail system in Okoboji.
