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Jan. 31, 2017

The Accuracy of Third Party Real Estate Websites

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Thanks to the internet, home buyers in Las Vegas now have more information at their fingertips than ever before. They can browse from the comfort of their home or on their mobile device while on the go. Sellers benefit from maximum exposure, Realtors can advertise …

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Sept. 22, 2015

Finding the Right Realtor for you here in Las Vegas

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Are you thinking about buying or selling a home in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Henderson or Boulder City ? With so many real estate agents in the Southern Nevada where do you start? Some of the most important aspects from a …

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Sept. 14, 2015

What's the Latest in Amenities for Las Vegas Luxury Homes?

 

Discerning buyers are not necessarily looking for more square footage in high end communities like Spanish Hills, The Lakes, Seven Hills, Belacere and Tournament Hills. Many customers have refocused their attention to the overall finish of these properties. Both buyers and home owners are placing …

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Sept. 3, 2015

Remodeling your Kitchen in an Older Vegas Home

 

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Are you thinking about updating your home in a more established part of town? Maybe Rancho Bel Air or Section 10? Where should you start first? Updating the kitchen will always provide the property owner with a strong return on their investment …

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Aug. 10, 2015

Hiring a Realtor in Las Vegas

 

Are you planning on buying or selling real estate in Las Vegas or Henderson? Like many services, picking a Realtor often comes down to word of mouth. Maybe somebody you work with recommended them, or perhaps it’s a family member who has a license? When undertaking one of …

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July 29, 2015

Cool Kitchen Trends for 2015

 

I'm no Chef, but I do spend a great deal of time in our kitchen. I was fortunate enough to grow up with a Mom who served home cooked meals most evenings. (Not to dis, but Dad did and still does equate a bucket of KFC for …

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July 26, 2015

Dealing With a Low Appraisal

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Since the real estate boom and subsequent bust we've seen stricter lending standards to buy a home nationwide as well as Las Vegas and Henderson. One aspect of this has been a heavy scrutiny of appraisals. Appraisers today worker twice as hard, make less money and often their work …

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July 23, 2015

 Real Estate Investors Pulling Back, Good News or Bad?

 

Real estate investors, who were a driving force behind our real estate recovery, have been pulling back from the market. The main reason? Deals are shrinking up and return on investment (ROI) is more difficult to realize these days here in Las Vegas. This is not surprising given …

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Nov. 27, 2014

Thankfulness, Mindfulness and Gratitude Ensure a Full Life

Thankfulness, Mindfulness and Gratitude Ensure a Full Life

Despite a lifetime of marketing to convince us otherwise, there is no one size fits all for happiness. I've found that my formula is simplifying, slowing down, and observing. Talking less and listening more. Being aware. Awake. I’m also incredibly …

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Oct. 1, 2014

Las Vegas Investors should take note of new Income Tax

Today real estate investors who own and operate condos, apartment buildings, retail shops and single family homes in Southern Nevada, should be acquainted with the 3.8% investment tax that became effective. Known as the “Medicare Tax”, it was put in place as part of the Affordable Health Care Act of …

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