Localism: Carson City County, NV

Great Sunset with no points - by Robert Swetz

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 15:28:08 -0600

I really wanted everyone to see this wonderful photograph that I took several months ago. I posted a blog that had a photograph that was very similar, but different.

I don't get any points for this post because I am over my limit, but I do receive some points for comments. Please enjoy my photograph taken on a small lake over by Reno, Nevada.

And have a wonderful day!

Photograph by Robert Swetz 2008

UNDER CONTRACT #10 -- (even though it took a while) What a Great Buy for the Local Folks in Northern Nevada!

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 22:21:37 -0500

Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,

This IS A NEW FEATURE of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about my LISTINGS UNDER CONTRACT and as a reminder of the great deals out there in the Northern Nevada real estate market! This is another of my historical Carson City (State Capital) property listings. The last one sold was a great deal and here's yet another. Built in 1869, this is a beauty! It's a single story Four-Unit multi-family home. Collectively, it's 1,942 sq. feet. It's an awesome set-up and a must see for persons charmed by historical properties. It's historical, yet modernized. Review the property's features, and then follow the link below to photos and more information. Check it out, you'll be impressed!

Check out my real estate home page for more information on this property!

Property Location
602 N Nevada Street
Carson City, Nevada 89703
Listing ID: 171 click for directions

DESCRIPTION

Multi-family Property, Area: Carson W. Central, County: Carson, Approximately 0.13 acre(s), Year Built: 1869, Garage

PROPERTY DETAILS

• Multi-Family Home	• 4 bedrooms
• Traditional	• 4 bathrooms
• 1 Story	• Shingle roof
• Built in 1869	• Wood exterior
• 0.13 acres lot	• Number of units: 4 (for Multi-Family Homes)

PROPERTY FEATURES

• Breakfast Area	• Year Built: 1869
• Dining Room	• Approximately 1942 sq. ft.
• Family Room	• Garage
• Fireplace(s)	• Heating features: Electric, Gas
• W-W Carpeting	• Interior features may include: Carpet, Vinyl flrs
• Patio/Balcony	• Exterior features: Deck, Elect. srvc avail., Natural gas srvc avail., Patio, Pu
• Fenced Yard	• Unit 1 is 647 sq. ft.
• Multi-family Property	• Unit 1 is renting for $ 650
• Status: Active	• Tenant pays: All utilities
• Area: Carson W. Central	• Approximately 0.13 acre(s)
• County: Carson	• Lot size is less than 1/2 acre
• 4 total unit(s)

Sold Listing 46 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good!

Sat, 13 Sep 2008 22:03:24 -0500

Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,

This is an ongoing feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about my listings that have sold at a great Rasner-Yacenda price! This is a forty-year-old property in the West Washoe Valley area. The single-story farm/ranch home has 2,782 sq. feet of living space, 3 bedrooms & 2 baths on a 2.5 acre piece of property. Lots of space, barns, corral, boat/RV parking. Lots of extras! Review the lot's features, and then follow the link below to photos and more information and you'll know why it was such a great deal!

Check out my real estate home page for more information on this property!

Property Location
5605 Meacham Street
Carson City, Nevada 89704
Listing ID: 159 click for directions

DESCRIPTION

Single Family Property, Area: West Washoe Valley, County: Washoe, Approximately 2.53 acre(s), Year Built: 1968, Hill/mountain view, View, Central air conditioning, Fireplace(s), Laundry room

PROPERTY DETAILS

• Farm/Ranch	• 2.53 acres lot
• Traditional	• 2782 sq. ft. living area
• 1 Story	• 3 bedrooms
• 2 Car Garage	• 2 bathrooms
• Built in 1968

PROPERTY FEATURES

• Central Air	• 2 total bath(s)
• Breakfast Area	• 2 total full bath(s)
• Dining Room	• Approximately 2782 sq. ft.
• Family Room	• Living room
• Main Floor Bedroom	• Family room
• Walk-in Closet(s)	• Laundry room
• In-Law/Guest Suite	• Fireplace(s)
• Laundry	• 2 car garage
• Fireplace(s)	• RV/boat parking
• W-W Carpeting	• Heating features: Gas, Forced air
• Cathedral Ceiling(s)	• Central air conditioning
• Patio/Balcony	• Interior features: Breakfast bar, Carpet, Dishwasher, Disposal, Fireplace(s), F
• RV Parkng	• Exterior features: Barn, Deck, Elect. srvc avail., Guest house, Hill/mountain v
• Fenced Yard	• View
• Single Family Property	• Hill/mountain view
• Status: Active	• Approximately 2.53 acre(s)
• Area: West Washoe Valley	• Lot size is between 2 and 5 acres
• County: Washoe	• Elementary School: Pleasant Valley
• Year Built: 1968	• Middle School: Damonte
• 3 total bedroom(s)	• High School: Damonte

LOT FEATURES

• Mountain View	• City/Public water
• Near School(s)	• Street Sewer (Connected) sewer

SCHOOLS

	Elementary school: Pleasant Valley
	Middle school: Damonte
	High school: Damonte

Super-clean! 1 Year New! Residential Income in Carson City, Nevada

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:50:34 -0500

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Description

100% Rented! It just does not get much better than this! In the heart of Carson City! Convenient access to everywhere, These multi family units are ready to go! Each unit has 2 bedrooms, 1 Baths, spacious living area and open design with large kitchen and all electric appliances and Double Car Garages. Each unit is separated by a 4 inch concrete party wall and includes R23 Walls and R38 ceilings. There are 2 individual 4-plex buildings in one offering, each building has a separate legal address so they qualify for standard conforming residential financing.

Features

Bedrooms:	2
Bathrooms:	1
Parking:	2
Year Built:	2007
Lot Size:	.47
Garage Size:	2
Square Footage:	900
Agent Name:	Lisa Wetzel and Jim Valentine
Broker:	John Fisher
MLS #:	80013432

Location

4000 Lepire Carson City NV 89701

vFlyer Id: 1876579

My Agent Won't List My House At My Price ... Why?

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 13:07:25 -0500

Sounds like you have an astute business person for an agent... congratulations. We have often discussed the agents that will list at any price because they are either: a. ignorant and thrilled to finally have a listing to work on, or b. they are going to take the listing and beat you up week after week for a price reduction. The smart agent knows that an overpriced listing won't sell, and ultimately it will have a detrimental impact on the Market and the property itself.

The matter is actually more involved for the savvy agent, the good business person that understands not just the mechanics of the industry, but the fact that it is, indeed, a business. Despite the perception of the uninformed public that all a listing agent does is put a sign in the ground and put the property in MLS, there is a lot more to it. When a homeowner signs a listing they agree to pay the agent a selling fee when the agent has performed ... not just procuring a Buyer, but actually closing the escrow with the Buyer.

When an agent lists a property they are committing to a substantial financial investment. In our particular market area, Northern Nevada, Just taking a listing actually costs the agent around $2,000 of hard money... without the extra stuff. Then there are ongoing monthly carrying costs in the neighborhood of $400 per listing. That figure will vary according to how many listings the agent carries and what his monthly operating costs are, i.e.- if an agent has ten listings and a monthly base cost of operation of $5,000 his monthly cost per listing is $500. If it takes six months to sell your home, a neutral market (not Buyer or Seller), the carrying cost is $3,000. The agent's cost is now $5,000 without a guarantee of any return. If you have a $300,000 home and their side of the fee is 3% they will gross $6,000. Now you know that the net is only $1,000 for their personal expenses, i.e.- taxes, house payment, food, utilities, recreation... life.

Some agents might take a listing for the sign placement if you have a highly visible property. That is an old school thought for there are fewer sign calls these days with the proliferation of the Internet in our industry. If your agent is taking the listing too high you might be an unwitting victim ... and so is the agent. They are only fooling themselves as to their actual benefits of the listing, and they aren't serving you well.

Our Advice: Even in a traditional office where agents don't pay as many direct costs, they still pay as their broker receives a larger portion of the selling fee. Many agents, regardless of their fee-split arrangement, don't know they are in business. Be careful with such an agent when considering them to list your home. If they can't manage their own finances properly how careful will they be with yours... your money... when it comes time to negotiate on your behalf and to protect you through the escrow process that is fraught with financial traps?! There is no "let's just try it", or "they can always make an offer" since marketing times have gone from a week to nine months on average. The costs and risk are just too high to put your hook in the water on a whim.

An agent must protect your property and investment as well as their time and financial expenditures when they take a listing. The art is to price it right - to get you the most possible in a reasonable period of time. Experience is Priceless! Lisa Wetzel & Jim Valentine, RE/MAX Realty Affiliates, 775-781-5472, carsonvalleyland@hotmail.com, www.carsonvalleyland.com