Sparks, NV

The "first annual" Holiday Tree Lighting at the Legends at the Sparks Marina is Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 6p.m. A festive new holiday tradition for the entire family!

The Legends at the Sparks Marina holiday tree-lighting ceremony! A 50 foot tall evergreen will light up the sky in Sparks, Nevada tonight once all 10,000 lights are lit! The celebration not only includes the tree-lighting ceremony, other festivities will also include:

~A performance from the Tintabulations Bell Choir

~Christmas Caroling with the Nevada Youth Choir

~A free skate event on the "hyper link" rink after the ceremony (bring your own ice skates).

Legends at the Sparks Marina is located off of I80 E to exit 20, Sparks Blvd turn left on Lincoln Drive. Just look for SCHEELS All Sports Department Store and you know you have arrived.

For more details on Legends at Sparks Marina, visit www.experiencelegends.com.

Read the following blogs to learn more about living at the Sparks Marina and shopping at the Legends outlet mall:

Legends at the Sparks Marina ~ Start you back to school shopping here!

Legends at the Sparks Marina announces Job Fair!

The Sparks Marina in Northern Nevada

Holiday Tree Lighting In Sparks Nevada

Nevada Foreclosures ~ If you have questions, the Nevada Department of Business & Industry has a website to help answer your questions about the foreclosure process.

The Governor's Office, in conjunction with the Nevada Department of Business & Industry, is actively working to meet the challenges presented by the current sub-prime mortgage lending situation. They can answer most questions you have regarding a Nevada foreclosure.

~ Are you facing a possibly foreclosure in Northern Nevada? Do you have questions about your mortgage and are starting to fall behind on your monthly payments? Is your interest rate about to go up? Is a short sale right for you? Visit Nevada Department of Business and Industry today to find answers to your Nevada foreclosure questions.

If you are someone who would rather speak with a live body rather than researching foreclosure information on the computer, the Consumer Credit Counseling Service can help. They will first rrecommend you contact your lender immediately and be completely honest about your current financial situation. After you contact your lender,you may then contact a consumer credit counselor to discuss your options.

A credit counselor can help answer your questions about credit, money management, and housing affordability. Here in Nevada you can contact the Consumer Credit Counseling Services (CCCS) for free and confidential financial counseling and advice.

To contact CCCS directly, call 1-800-451-4505 or visit www.cccsnevada.org. If you are uncomfortable about reaching out to the CCCS, I can help you schedule your appointment, answer housing questions and go with you to your appointment.

For all of your questions regarding your Nevada home, visit the Nevada Department of Business & Industry or contact a Consumer Credit Counselor to help you make the right choice regarding your home and your future.

Spaks Nevada Market Report For October 2009 ~ Washoe County Nevada

Here are your market statistics for single family homes sold in Sparks, Nevada during October 2009

There were 145 single family homes sold in October 2009. During the month of September 2009, there were 160 single family homes sold.

The average sold price during October 2009 was $182,584 and spend an average of 121 days listed on the market. The average sold price of a single family home during September 2009 was $182,111. The average length of time each home spend on the market was 130 days.

Bank Owned properties sold during October 2009 totaled 55. The average price of a bank owned property sold was $155,576 and spent an average of 121 days on the market. During September 2009, there were 69 bank owned single family homes sold. The average sold price was $152,937 and spent an average 91 days on the market.

Short sale properties sold (homes that required third party approval) totaled 37. The average price was $188,06. These properties spent an average of 207 days on the market. Last month short sale properties spent 202 days on the market.

Out of 145 single family homes sold during October 2009, 92 were sold with special conditions. Only 53 single family homes were sold without these conditions. This shows short sale and bank owned properties still have a strong influence on our real estate market here in Northern Nevada. As long as there is still a larger number of homes with special conditions being sold over homes with out those conditions, I believe we will continue to see our single family residence home prices continue to drop.

Currently there are 855 single family homes listed for sale in Sparks, Nevada. The average list price is $213,200. There are 95 active bank owned properties currently listed with an average list price of $184,474. Of the 855 homes listed for sale, 530 are short sale listings. These properties are staying on the market at least 200 days. The average price of a short sale listing is $189,000.

Sparks Nevada Market Report For October 2009

Northern Nevada Regional Multiple Listing Service recently introduced Listingbook to its members and I am so excited to be able share this news with you.

Now you will be able to search for homes listed for sale in Northern Nevada like your real estate agent does.

Buyer's~ By setting up your free account, you will receive daily, weekly or monthly housing reports. Set up the criteria you are looking for in a home and find you dream home through Listingbook.

Seller's ~ If you list your home with me, I will be able to market your home more effectively. Buyers looking for a home like yours will be sent a property profile immediately.

Listingbook will generate more traffic viewing your home. Listingbook could potentially get your home sold more quickly.

Find out more about Listingbook by visiting my website. Learn how Listingbook can benefit you as a seller and a buyer. Listingbook is only available in 17 different MLS services across the county. I am so pleased that the Northern Nevada Regional Multiple Listing Service has decided to partner up with Listingbook. Now all of my clients will have the ease of searching for Northern Nevada home on-line.

Northern Nevada Regional MLS Introduces Listingbook

Special Pricing on New Construction Homes in Damonte Ranch, Reno Nevada. Great news for first time home buyers who want to take advantage of the First Time Home Buyers $8000 Tax Credit can still purchase and close by the end of November 2009.

Dorado at Damonte Ranch is a new home community with homes built by Toll Brothers. Located just South of Reno, Dorado is nestled against the Virginia Foothills and is close to the Summit Shopping Mall, the Mount Rose Ski Resort, schools, and is just minutes from the Reno/Tahoe International Airport.

Here are some of the features you will find in the homes in Dorado:

~Gourmet kitchens with granite slab counters, large center islands, lots of cabinet and counter space.

~Upgraded counters and flooring throughout.

~Covered walk out balconies.

~Pavers on driveways, side courtyards and rear patios.

~Low E windows.

~Breathtaking views of mountains.

~Two car garages

Homes are priced from the lower $300,000. For limited time take $20,000 off of homes ready to close by November 30, 2009. Receive a bonus for signing and buying! New Construction homes are offering sales to those who purchase and close by the end of the year.

If you are looking for a new home and want to take advantage of the First Time Home Buyers $8000 Tax Credit, I can help you find a home and close by November 30, 2009.

Special Pricing on New Construction Homes in Damonte Ranch Reno Nevada