So Why is Everyone Telling Me the Party is Over and I Need to Turn Off the Lights & Leave? - Aug 09 12:40 AM
Yup, credit is tightening. Yup, there is too much inventory. Yup, if your house is overpriced, it will more than likely NOT sell. Yup, there are a lot of foreclosures & short sales.
There is a lot of waaaaaaaaaa waaaaaaaa waaaaaaaaa moaning and belly aching going on.
I don't want to answer my phone if it is a seller, agent and sometimes even friends. I am a prisoner in my home/office because I like to be positive ...
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Why I Declined an Interview with a Major News Outlet: - Jan 18 08:00 AM
I got a call late Monday to be interviewed with a major cable news outlet. Several people are kicking my butt (son included) because I declined the interview.
Why would I do such a thing?
First of all the inital conversation with the outlet did NOT start out well.
"We want you to take us to foreclosed homes that will have been on the market for a long time." Problem is, REO's do NOT stay on the market ...
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Nevada Takes Title For Fastest Growing State Again! - Dec 29 11:14 PM
Nevada is once again the fastest growing state!!! Arizona took that title the past two years.
The anticipation is being felt in the form of higher multi family building units being permitted as less people can get a loan to buy a home right now. I pull these statistics monthly and even though I know this, sometimes I don't feel this when I am working. There are markets that are moving right now and then there ...
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YIKES! You've Been Paying Your Rent ~BUT~ Your Landlord Has Not Been Paying the Mortgage! - Oct 01 02:36 PM
I absolutely HATE these calls. I get them 1-2 times a week so I can calm them down and let them know they are NOT alone! I have been noticing this trend also when searching for buyers. When are the banks going to wise up and start cracking down on mortgage fraud? I wonder how many tenants DO NOT know until it is too late!
I am not a vengeful person but sometimes when one gets stuck ...
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Home Depot is giving away free compact fluorescent light bulbs - Apr 18 04:04 PM
In celebration of Earth Day (April 22), Home Depot is giving away ONE MILLION N:vision compact fluorescent light bulbs to any customer who visits any Home Depot store. There are a few restrictions. Offer is restricted to the continental US and it is first come, first serve. Once supplies run out, that's it. Its part of a promotion of Eco-line products that Home Depot is rolling out. As a nation, we are probably better off concentrating ...
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Las Vegas, NV Short Sales: The Scoop - Jan 07 09:53 AM
Short sale listings in Las Vegas, NV are attractive to buyers because of price. Almost 1 in 6 listings in the valley (4186/24005) are short sales. Only 1 in 13 are in contract (324/4186). Only 1 in 6 close (56/324). Those numbers are dismal for the short sale seller or buyer. Listing and pending numbers are for 1/7/2008 and closed stats are from December 2007.
What is a short sale?
A short sale is when the seller is selling ...
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Nevada Caucuses: Who Loses? I Lose! - Jan 19 11:54 AM
Why because I am registered an independent voter. I get this nice note:
Caucus Location
Registered Name: RENEE BURROWS
Your Caucus Location is not listed in the voter registration database.
Caucus locations should be verified.
In Nevada, if you are a registered member of the Democratic or Republican Party, the parties have established their respective caucus locations. Caucus locations are subject to change, so be sure to verify your particular caucus location with your respective party prior to the January 19, ...
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Photovoltaic Shingles: An Asthetically Pleasing Way to be Green in Las Vegas! - Oct 06 08:30 PM
Fox news published this story and it is pretty cool! Also Inhabitat has published some juicy details in it's blog!
A couple of replies in my blog last month: "Are out of Control Electricity Rates Squeezing Money Out of the Las Vegas Economy?" prompted me to do some research.
Major manufacturers are:
General Electric PowerLightSharpBPKyoceraThey are designed to interlock with regular shingles and can be removed or replaced easily without removing other roofing material around it.
More information ...
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Tis the Season...To Buy American Made Goods! - Nov 25 12:36 PM
As a small business owner/operator for almost 20 years (started when I was a mere 19,) I am a huge supporter of small business. From services to goods. When I tell people to support our economy by seeking out American made goods, I get the same responses:
Too hard to findToo ExpensiveQuality Inferior With the advent of the internet, American made goods are NOT hard to find. Small brick and mortar boutiques are NOT the only places ...
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Las Vegas Area Auction Update from my Buyer's Agent - Mar 22 12:43 PM
We are representing several buyers at today's auctions.
He just called me and told me it is PACKED and some of these homes are going for incredibly low prices even with the amount of buyers.
He said they are going by area and the older homes are up first and it doesn't appear that there is too much interest in the older homes. Older in Las Vegas area are homes built in the 50s and 60s by the ...
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The California Smoke is infiltrating the Las Vegas Valley - Oct 26 10:31 AM
Last night we watched a glorious sunset as the smoke started infiltrating the Las Vegas Valley by pouring over the western mountains.
Picture 1: The first picture I took from our house. The sunset was so beautiful and pink.
Picture 2: The wafts of smoke taken from Sunset/215 you can see the streaks slowly making their way through.
Picture 3: Another one taken from Sunset/215
Picture 4: Taken this morning (10/26/2007). Usually we have a glorious view of Red Rock ...
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Foreclosure help may be on the way, or will it? - Oct 23 02:24 AM
The Nevada legislature has finally decided to become concerned about the rising rate of foreclosures. Its not surprising that State republicans are against doing anything. State Senator Warren Hardy, (R) Las Vegas, said, "What obligation does the legislature have to step in and protect them? It's just investors like Wall Street." Apparently Senator Hardy is severly out of touch. He thinks that it mostly investors losing their shirts with foreclosure. I wonder how many of his ...
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So Your Air Conditioner is Broke, It is Going to Take a Week to Get Fixed, How Will You Stay Cool in the Desert? - Jun 24 05:32 PM
The best way to stay cool is to use evaporative cooling or a swamp coolers . Yup, you guessed it, ours broke down this past week! Luckily we have two A/C's but unluckily it was our sleeping quarter A/C's that broke down.
Many people told us about "Swamp Coolers" (Evaporative Coolers) in the past. Evaporative coolers are fans that blow out water. They work best in dryer climates with windows and doors open right in front of ...
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Icky Green Pools! - Oct 02 11:22 PM
There are SO many foreclosures and vacant homes in the valley. With the foreclosures, usually the electricity and water gets shut off too.
Homes with pools will turn into soupy green pools. A stagnant pool will provide the ideal breeding ground for mosquitoes .
The Southern Nevada Health District is also concerned about the amount of vacant, unkept homes asks that you report green pools, spas or stagnant water sources to help prevent the spread of West ...
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Las Vegas, NV Area Fun Happenings with the Fur Babies - Jan 27 06:35 PM
February 1-2, 2008: Happy Paws & FriendsFebruary 23, 2008: Petstacular!March 1, 2008: Bark in the ParkMarch 29, 2008: Celebrity Dog WalkApril 12, 2007: Pet a Palooza
Great Las Vegas Area Pet Resources:
LasVegasDogs.netMeetup (breed specific and others)Visit a local Doggie Park!
All the Best,Renee BurrowsRealtor®Nevada Realty Solutions - Your Dream, Your Investment, You\'re Home!8942 Spanish Ridge AvenueLas Vegas, NV 89148direct: 702-580-1783fax: 702-995-8237Renee@ReneeBurrows.comhttp://www.ReneeBurrows.com
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NEW Vertical Las Vegas Construction Deaths...Do we blame the workers or the people in charge? - Apr 28 08:38 PM
Today on the Las Vegas Sun I read a article about the number of construction deaths in the NEW High rise Market within the last 16 months the amount of deaths while working on these developments have exceeded the total reported for the entire 1990's building boom. I am completely 100% behind the NEW Vertical High rise market here in Vegas but I believe in safety first and I also believe that if these construction sites ...
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Teen Challenge Says Thanks to Alex Harb & Christianity and Real Estate! - Oct 13 11:57 AM
Alex Harb, who I affectionately call the "Headmaster" of Christianity and Real Estate, has been a blessing to all of us in this business who love the Lord and our privilege to be called Christians. One of Alex's efforts to promote the Christianity theme in our business was to begin a "Giving to Those In Need" initiative.
The first "benefactor" of the initiative was one of our favorite Christian organizations, Teen Challenge of Northern Nevada. Although the ...
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Las Vegas New Construction Opportunity Knocks! - Oct 08 07:38 AM
Lennar has just reduced prices in most of its subdivisions by 24%! You can buy a 5000 square foot home in ANTHEM for just a little over $600K right now! $119 a square foot in HENDERSON! How about the same home in the Northwest on a 1/4 of an acre for just 10K more! WOW! There is a ton of standing inventory out there so if you need something now or want to build out, now ...
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NV, Las Vegas: Halloween 2007 - Oct 24 04:30 PM
Halloween, a time of witches and ghosts, goblins and fair tale princesses - apple dunking, apple cider, trick or treaters....there will be lots of free or inexpensive events for children of all ages around town. If you are going to be in town for the holiday here are some fun Halloween events to attend:
Freaking Brothers "Circus of Horrors" at the Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road in Henderson (for the really hardcore stuff). Open nightly from 7 ...
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The Naughty "F" Word to Rear It's Ugly Head Again... - Oct 16 09:46 PM
And then I will be done with it :)
There has been several in depth reports in the Las Vegas Review Journal. Y'all know I am not a big fan of the media, but these are some pretty detailed reports outlining many of the problems we are facing right now.
I highly recommend that homeowners and renters in the Las Vegas, NV Valley read the three part series dated from Oct 14-16, 2007.
Some of the highlights ...
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In 9 Days in Going to Spill my Guts - Jun 25 02:25 AM
After 16 years in All Aspects of Foreclosure Real Estate I'm Going To Spill my Guts
•· And I'm not Charging a Dime!
EVER!
No books to buy, no presentations to attend, No DVD's, Tapes, coaching, mentoring programs, no webinars, I want nothing from you except to help homeowners, increase your business, and help end this AWFUL housing mess.
•Þ I do know I'm going to upset a lot of the real estate gurus.
•Þ I'm going ...
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~Sparks Hometown Farmer's Market~ - Jun 20 06:46 PM
It's not your everyday Farmer's Market!
It it hard to believe for us locals here in Northern Nevada that this year marks the 16th year of the Sparks Hometown Farmer's Market. What started back in 1992 as a small, quiet, farmer's market with fresh produce from area farmers and a few vendors selling things like popcorn to soda's turned into a "must attend" venue for hundred's of vendor's and thousands of people each week.
The ...
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Foreclosure 'Tour of Aid' - one day only! - Nov 01 08:09 PM
Nevada has the dubious distinction right now of being the #1 state for foreclosure activity in the entire United States. Sure, Ohio has their Buckeyes (a bunch of nuts), Minnesota their 10,000 lakes (can we borrow a few to end our drought), and Hawaii their white sand beaches and gorgeous tropical settings (which our hotels spend millions to recreate) ... but when it comes to people losing their homes, nobody can touch The Silver State!
This is ...
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Las Vegas welcomes the Palazzo - Jan 16 11:24 PM
The newest jewel to the Las Vegas Sands Corp.'s resort portfolio is ready for the grand opening this weekend, scheduled from Thursday through Sunday. A host of special events are on tap and one of them is a concert where Motown megastar Diana Ross and three-time Grammy winner Seal will perform. The Palazzo's soft opening took place during the New Year's weekend and ever since more of the property has become available in stages to the ...
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Stealth Agents - Sep 26 06:36 PM
Stealth agents
We responded to a Craigslist listing and got a real estate agent ... is that legal?
Absolutely not - it's called a "blind ad". Real estate agents must disclose their licensed status in all advertising - it's the law in the State of Nevada. Further, if the agent is a Realtor they are also violating the Realtor Code of Ethics. The public has the right to know if they are being "sold" something by a licensee ...
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PERSONAL ANNOUNCEMENT: I Will Be Speaking at the Las Vegas W.I.R.E. (Women in Real Estate) Luncheon on Fri 8/17/2007 - Aug 14 09:22 PM
I am very proud to announce I will be speaking at the W.I.R.E. (Women in Real Estate) Luncheon on Friday, August 17th at noon at Lawry's The Prime Rib on E. Flamingo Road and Howard Hughes Parkway.
4043 Howard Hughes PkwyLas Vegas, NV 89169(702) 893-2223
The topic will be "What in the Heck is Going on With Lending and How Do We Adjust Our Business?" from my blog and newsletter of the same name.
Please call Candace Bailey of RE/MAX Properties at ...
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Nevada Lightning 12U White Girls Play at Golden Eagle Park, Sparks, Nevada - Apr 28 04:36 PM
Let me be, maybe not the first, but one of the many proud family members to congratulate the "Nevada Lightning 12U White Team" on winning their first trophy after playing together for more than two years!
The girls not only took home a "Second Place" trophy while playing in the "Spring Fever" Cal/Nevada Girls Fast-pitch Tournament this past weekend, they were also very privileged at being the first group of girls to play in a "Youth Tournament" ...
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Bank Owned Property Auctions in Las Vegas in December 2007 - Nov 28 03:05 PM
Yes, even the banks are sending their properties to auction. There are some good things and some bad things about these auctions. Here are some of my limited experience with these auctions and some figures from the last auction!!
First, these properties have completed the foreclosure process and are now owned by the lenders. They are REO's (real estate owned = REO) that the banks do not want to hold. They are advertised as "foreclosure auctions" when ...
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NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN LAKE TAHOE......NEVADA - Mar 16 02:22 PM
EVEN THO THE REAL ESTATE MARKET IS STILL TRYING TO "SETTLE DOWN", THE SKY DID NOT FALL AND OUR SOUTH SHORE MARKET CONTINUES TO PROVE THIS THEORY. WE HAVE A MAJOR REDEVELOPMENT TAKING PLACE HERE AT THE SO. SHORE...VAIL AND MARRIOTT'S LARGE INVESTMENT IS IN THE PROCESS OF CREATING A BEAUTIFUL MOUNTAIN VILLAGE...WITH EMPHASIS ON THEIR GUESTS..FROM MOUNTAIN SKIING TO OUR WORLD CLASS GAMING AND ENTERTAINMENT. WE ARE ALSO PROUD TO BOAST ABOUT OUR NEW "LAKE ...
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Las Vegas Newport Lofts - Jul 03 09:40 AM
Downtown Las Vegas is emerging as a popular urban community, with the development of Union Park and several luxury condominium properties. Among those is NEWPORT LOFTS, located in the heart of the the downtown cultural, entertainment and dining corridor. Newport Lofts is a 24-story lucury condominium high-rise that was developed with the target market of professionals, singles and vacation home buyers wanting a more urban, sophisticated lifestyle than the suburban subdivisions in the Las Vegas ...
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DownTown Las Vegas (Are you ready ?) - Jul 01 07:40 PM
Many of you may not be aware of whats taking place Downtown Las Vegas. There are many projects planned and underway that will add to our ever changing Sky line. Down Town Las Vegas is going through a huge revitalization process which will add more High/Mid rise condos,Fine dinning,shopping, Medical District, Jewelry Center and more. Over the last 5 years land prices have quadrupled down town and with New High End Loft Style residential offerings you ...
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Las Vegas Great Outdoor City! - May 21 04:04 PM
Las Vegas has always been known as the "Entertainment City" of the world. Now, we have been named by Forbes Magazine as one of the Top Outdoor Recreational Cities in the country! Forbes did an extensive survey, taking into account several factors, including climate and recreational activities available, and Las Vegas is one of the winners! While playing golf this weekend at Siena Golf Club, I noticed the snow still on Mt. Charleston. What a great ...
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Sky Las Vegas High Rise Condominums BEST Deals Above 1100sqft - May 15 09:20 PM
Is there still good deals in the Las Vegas High rise condo market? You better believe it quick and jump all over them because the boom is on it's way back! There is still a definitely demand for luxury High Rise Condos here in Las Vegas. We have seen projects flop and watched others make it to the top. One of the most successful developments that was completed was Sky Las Vegas. Sky offers an ...
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Sell Your Home Guaranteed; Pay Your Mortgage Guaranteed! - May 02 08:23 PM
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Your Ultimate LasVegas Crash Pad(Is HERE For a Limited Time only) - Jun 24 04:27 PM
Here is a great opportunity to own a piece of MGM multi billion dollar development City Center. For a limited time only you will be a to take advantage of a special promotion The Ultimate Las Vegas Crash pad in Veer Towers. This promotion is giving buyers the opportunity to purchase select studio units within the Towers and at no additional cost you will be provided with the opportunity to choose from several different furniture packages ...
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10 Things to Do in HOT Weather in Las Vegas - Jun 23 11:59 PM
Some helpful tips from someone who has seen literally a dozen summers in Las Vegas as well as a few in Palm Springs:
1. Apply sunblock 30 mins prior to sunlight exposure. I highly recommend as little sunshine as possible. I have had great success with the baby formulas of SPF 50 or higher! ha ha
2. Get in the pool. If you don't have a neighborhood pool or your own pool. . . I hope you ...
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Innovative Home Buyer Incentives Now Offered by The Jenson Group - Jun 10 03:05 PM
Innovative Las Vegas Realty Now Bundling In-Home Concierge Service with Listings and Closings, Offering Buyers Exclusive VIP Property Tour PackagesThe Jenson Group of RE/MAX CENTRAL and Striker VIP Team to Launch Ground-Breaking Real Estate Marketing Program Offering Las Vegas Buyers In-Home Concierge Service Bundled with All High-End Property Listings and Closings; Company also Offering VIP Packages for Touring Residential Real Estate in Style LAS VEGAS, NV, June 10, 2008 - The Jenson Group of RE/MAX CENTRAL (www.TheJensonGroup.com), ...
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Reno, Nevada Silver Sox Baseball Team - May 14 03:47 PM
Getting Ready For Summer!
The Silver Sox Baseball team is getting ready to start their home baseball season. As part of The Golden Baseball League, the team play their home games at Peccole Park in Reno.
Peccole Park is located on the University of Nevada, Reno campus. The following is a brief schedule of events kicking off the teams opening season:
May 23rd - Opening Night is "Quake Night!" Two people will receive free earthquake sundae's ...
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Great deal on Trump Studio - Apr 29 12:01 PM
I have a client who has a Trump Studio and is not able to close. We are looking for some one who can close quick time is running out for my client she is also selling for less then what she put the unit under contract for. This unit is priced at 549,000 which is 150,000 less then what the development is selling for. This unit is located on the 26 floor this amazing studio ...
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Investor Speacial GREAT Deal At Turnberry Towers - Apr 24 07:30 PM
This Condo at Turnberry Towers Las Vegas is Located on the 11 th floor with breathtaking views of the Las Vegas Valley this condo can be your today.There is a tenant in place the tenant pays more then $1,500 per moth in rent. This property has been on the market for several months it was originally listed at $499,000. Turnberry Towers is Located on Karen Ave Just minutes from the world famous Las Vegas Strip ...
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Surviving at the Top. - Apr 23 08:14 PM
Most people hear about the doom and gloom of real estate and the current financial markets. What i am trying to accomplish with my reporting is to try and open people up to the tremendous opportunity that is currently available to people who are in the right position. I have mentioned before that Las Vegas is always effected later and recovers quicker than any other city in America when there is trouble in our nations Real ...
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NEVADA ECONOMY: Funk and fear in February - Apr 10 08:45 PM
OK, now it's time to panic.
Despite a month that included Chinese New Year, Super Bowl weekend, the three-day Presidents Day weekend, a favorable calendar and one extra day thanks to the leap year, gaming revenues statewide fell almost 4 percent in February, giving Wall Street cause for concern.
On the Strip, casino revenues were down 3 percent from a year ago due to a lower hold percentage in baccarat and other table games. Meanwhile, ...
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Carson City and Carson Valley Housing Market Update - February, 2008 - Feb 13 09:28 PM
With all of the attention recently (national media, Reno Gazette Journal) on the mortgage crisis and the housing market, I thought I'd give a quick update on how the Carson City housing market and the Carson Valley housing market are holding out.
Buyer Market vs. Seller Market?Both markets are currently "Buyer Markets" (probably not a big surprise!). Compared to February 2007, the local markets have actually moved further into "Buyer Market" territory. By how much? The Carson ...
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Reno-Tahoe Market Update - February 2008 - Feb 10 03:47 PM
The latest issue of The Greater Reno-Tahoe Real Estate Report is published (February, 2008). The numbers and trends definitely will favor a patient home buyer. For home sellers and anybody who makes a living from the volume of real estate transactions (agents, brokers, title companies, lenders, inspectors, ...), the numbers are not encouraging.
Most markets in the Reno area are hitting new lows (median home price and transaction volume) and the year over year Months of Inventory ...
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Major Las Vegas News Group Supports Mitt Romney - Jan 16 11:48 PM
A Las Vegas newspaper, the Las Vegas Review Journal, has chosen Mitt Romney as the recommended candidate for Nevada caucuses. Nevada is shaping up to be a key state in this election. The news group claims:
"In Thursday's Review-Journal, the editorial board recommends Republicans in the Saturday caucuses support the candidacy of former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney. The board notes his positions and experience give him an edge in a field of worthy and viable Republican candidates. ...
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Its January ... Are There Any New Laws Affecting Real Estate? - Jan 02 07:21 PM
Its January ... are there any new laws affecting real estate?
Though the Nevada Legislature meets every other year, the results of the last legislative session take effect over an extended period depending on the complexity of implementing the new law. Several new, or changed, laws that impact real estate took effect on January 1, 2008.
Pest Inspectors in Nevada can now be denied a license, or have their license revoked, if the licensee "Has been convicted ...
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Lyon County - Notice of Default List as of November 2007 ( Dayton and Fernley) - Dec 29 05:17 PM
Greetings,
This post covers Lyon County, NV. The primary communities in Lyon County (which is mostly rural) include Fernley, Dayton, Yerington, Stagecoach, Silver Springs, Smith, and Wellington.
In November, 2007 there were 79 properties that banks filed a Notice of Default for. As you likely know, these properties would be in a " pre - foreclosure " state.
I know we are almost into January now - I expect to have these posts up in a more timely basis in ...
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Search local Reno real estate by GPS - Dec 24 03:20 PM
Greetings -
I have just launched a new service which I think will be quite valuable to active home buyers in the Reno area. This service allows a home buyer who is exploring communities, schools, amenities, and homes in the Reno area to use our proprietary home buying GPS solution giving them great benefits:
No need to be constrained by a real estate agent (most people explore on their own a great deal)No need to fumble with ...
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Beautiful 3 Bdrm. with Immaculate Yard! Wonderful Prize Winning Roses! - Dec 06 10:22 PM
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@ Bdrm. Condo - Walk to Schools and Shopping! Great value in Gardnerville! - Dec 06 10:16 PM
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Recent Homes Sold - Carson City, Dayton, Fernley Nevada - November, 2007 - Dec 05 07:53 PM
Northern Nevada Blog Readers:
It's about that time of the month to round up the details and statistics on homes sold in the Northern Nevada region for November, 2007.
To get this all formatted (with a little bit of analysis) does take some time so I only have homes sold for the following areas:
Carson City Homes SoldDayton NV Homes SoldFernley Homes SoldI included a short analysis on the % of sold price to list price to help both ...
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Reno Area Foreclosure and Short Sale Home Listings - Dec 01 02:46 PM
If you are interested in researching and/or buying distressed homes in the Northern Nevada markets, you will definitely find the series of recent blog posts (outlined below) to be of some value.
The information all comes from the local MLS and is the result of the listing agent entering in likely key words for either a short sale property or a bank owned property. In prior months, I had only bank owned properties but thought I ...
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Clark County (Las Vegas) Nevada Trustee Sale Result Figures for October 2007 vs. October 2006 - Nov 28 03:49 PM
Some interesting numbers for you.
These figures are for the Clark County, Southern Nevada area only. The numbers are not exact as some sales are reverted after the auction and human error.
October 2006
Nod's recorded: not availableSales called: 688Sold @ auction: 37 (5.38%)Back to bank: 209 (30.38%)Cancelled: 169 (24.56%)Postponements: 273 (39.68%)Sales added: 496October 2007
Nod's recorded: 3,852Sales called: 2,921 (an increase of 425% over Oct 2006!!!)Sold @ auction: 43 (1.47%)Back to bank: 1,466 (50.19%)Cancelled: 393 (13.45%)Postponements: 1,019 (34.89%)Sales ...
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Minden, Gardnerville, Dayton NV - Signs of Reaching The Bottom? - Nov 19 07:47 PM
The Buyer's Market Within???
OK. Everyone who follows real estate knows that we are currently in a Buyer's market (which is defined by slow moving inventory, great negotiating leverage for home buyers, and stagnant to falling prices).
I'm here to tell you that there is currently a Seller's market (yes - you read that right) that exists right inside the Buyer's market we hear and read about.
In the last three weeks, I have had three different buyers get ...
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Nevada LCB Releases Opinion on the Controversial Assembly Bill 440 - Nov 09 03:38 PM
The Nevada Legislative Council Bureau (LCB) had release findings about the much aligned Nevada Assembly Bill 440. As most of you know, this bill has changed the landscape of low doc, no doc, and stated income lending in Nevada. This bill could also trickle into or has already trickeled into HR 3915.
In my opinion, this letter clearly outlines that this bill was over reacted too by many. The Nevada assembly had the consumer in mind when they wrote this bill. ...
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FREE CLASS -Stage it...Sell it! - Oct 14 05:14 PM
Are you unable to get buyers to look at your listings?
Then mark your calendar for this FREE class and lunch! Please be our guest. We will present techniques and concepts about staging both vacant and occupied homes. We will discuss How and Why staging will help to break down the current obstacles in the marketplace and bottom line.... grow your business.
You will be challenged and motivated to think outside the box and use new or re-newed marketing concepts that ...
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Virtual Tours do they work? - Oct 14 05:02 PM
I'm a real estate stager so of course I believe in virtual tours. The projects that we complete always look better when a virtual is done and why wouldn't you want to have your investment advertised in the best format.
Regular or still pictures just do not give the true dimensions of each room not to mention the quality of lighting, angles and general overall look of the room does not come across as exciting as a virtual tour ...
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FREE CLASS : Are you unable to get buyers to look at your listings? - Oct 13 08:34 PM
Are you unable to get buyers to look at your listings? Then mark your calendar for this FREE class and lunch! Please be our guest. We will present techniques and concepts about staging both vacant and occupied homes. We will discuss How and Why staging will help to break down the current obstacles in the marketplace and bottom line.... grow your business. You will be challenged and motivated to think outside the box and use new or re-newed marketing concepts ...
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Do you have a house that is selling? STAGE IT! - Oct 13 08:28 PM
I always am surprised when I talk to realtors that are not utilizing staging services during the listing process. Staging is an awesome marketing tool that can be used to set a higher standard of service by the listing realtor. And the service for giving staging estimates are usually free so how can you go wrong by encouraging the sellers to consider staging which totally prepares the home for a successful listing.
There are many stats out there that will tell you ...
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Search Nevada Homes For Sale by School District - Oct 01 10:22 PM
As I said in my last post, I have just launched a new web site for real estate in Northern Nevada (reno, sparks, tahoe, minden, gardnerville, carson city areas).
One of the features I wanted to post here is the ability to easily search for northern nevada homes for sale by school district. For example, you can search Reno homes for sale by school district from one page which lists all public schools (and higher education institutions) ...
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Location, Location, Location - Oct 01 07:04 PM
It has been said that the three most important factors in real estate are: Location, location, and location. One of the cardinal rules of real estate sales is to "Know Your Product." I know the Las Vegas Valley.
Because of my experience with RE/MAX I can honestly say that I know the neighborhoods around the Las Vegas Valley "Just Like My Own." In fact, if you want to know about a neighborhood, whether it's your own, or another, please ...
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ViewLasVegasRealEstate.com - Sep 15 11:15 PM
ViewLasVegasRealEstate.com Releasing the most reliable, up-to-date information regarding the current Las Vegas real estate market. This website contains new Las Vegas homes|high rise condos in Mountains Edge- Summerlin - Henderson - Spanish Trails - Peccole Ranch - Green Valley - Alliante - Anthem - Seven Hills - Southern Highlands.
Las Vegas Realtor Steve Harless Choose Steve to be your internet savvy agent. The exceptional services he can provide guarantee you and your family will have a ...
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Are Las Vegas New Home Numbers Concerning? - Aug 29 10:50 PM
More bad news on the market? Maybe not. New home builders sales are way down. But so are the new home permits. If one was to visit new homes tracts around the most desirable areas of the valley it is getting tougher to find any inventory to buy. There is always a lag in the new home industry. It appears that supply and demand might equalize soon. That could mean good news for the resale community. ...
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Clark County School District Hiring Large Numbers of Teachers - Jul 27 02:39 PM
The deficit of school teachers for this fall is getting smaller in Las Vegas. Clark County has been working diligently to make up ground and fill the spots needed for many of the district's schools. New schools added because of the city growth have added strain to the staff.Also, increases in the cost of living, including housing prices, has made it more difficult for teachers to reside in the valley. The district has had to recruit ...
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Fire Season in Nevada - Jul 09 04:16 PM
On the way home from Montana we had to pass through Utah. Range fires near the I-15 shut down stretches of the freeway from Cove Fort to the I-20 junction. As we drove along, huge trees were engulfed by flames and in parts the visibility was extremely poor. We were detoured and could see the smoke for many miles.As we entered Nevada, we could see smoke and fires on several mountain sides. It is believed that ...
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Check Out This Turnberry Place Condo deal - Jun 20 01:14 PM
Don't miss out on this opportunity at Turnberry Place on a Luxury High Rise Condo located on the 30th floor. This Condo is a short sale opportunity that wont last. This condo has 3 bedrooms,2 full baths,2 3/4 baths and 1 1/2 bath room. This unit has amazing views from every room all so in this condo you will find 3 private balconies with sq ft ranging from 115 sq ft to 350 sq ft. Amenities ...
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Lv 's Strategy to attract more International visitors - Jun 04 01:34 PM
I just read a article on the Las Vegas Review journal that talked about plans to attract more international buyers to the valley. There goal for there marketing efforts are to raise the annual visitation to the valley from International tourist from 12 percent to 18 percent of the people traveling to the valley by 2020.I think Its a great idea and It will definitely help fill the new hotel rooms under construction and also I ...
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As high-rises grow, sales slow: This won't last forever - Jun 03 01:56 PM
I just read a great article on the Las Vegas review journal Click Here to Read the Article I agree with the article but in my opinion the high rise rise market is doing good but just not as good as the general public would like it to do. With current market conditions and the economy the way it is the high rise market is Ok in my eyes. I believe there are some great deals ...
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Reno real estate; plays to make in the current environment... - Apr 02 01:27 AM
Besides buying up as much Reno Homes and Reno Income Properties as my greedy self in this once in a lifetime Nevada real estate opportunity, may I suggest the following:
Transfer real estate to heirs while the cost basis is low. You will need an appraisal, make sure they use actives, pendings and solds. You are shooting for a low value here, actives and pendings tend to be lower in a buyers market, opposite of course in ...
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Reno Sparks Foreclosure Bus Tour - Mar 22 12:38 PM
Well, I am going to try it out. I have been working on the logistics for a while now and I think that it is time to see if Northern Nevada can support a foreclosure bus tour.
I am sure that there is a company somewhere that has figured out a simpler way, but my team and I have been looking through every listing in the MLS filtering out the bank owned properties, sorting them by ...
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Staging class for licensed Realtors in January - Dec 05 09:04 AM
Real Estate Listing Agent Staging Training Spring is just around the corner... will you be ready? Sign up today to become an Staging Professional. The next class will be January 17th & 18th Cost $350.00 (Must be a licensed Realtor to attend class)
What Will You Do? Learn to understand and communicate the purpose and benefits of real estate staging to your clients.
How? By learning easy-to-implement techniques that can be applied to any property regardless of size, condition, ...
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Nevada Gets Tough on Broker Price Opinions - Dec 04 11:11 AM
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OnlineEd, Your Online Continuing Education Source
A real estate broker/salesperson in Nevada may perform a broker price opinion (BPOs) to help a seller establish value when listing or a buyer when buying. A licensee performing a BPO for any other purpose will be in violation of NRS 645C and will be subject to a fine of up to $5,000.00. To read more about this topic, please view this Nevada RED circular.
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First Time Home-Buyer's Meeting - Nov 28 12:00 AM
I am hosting my next first time home-buyer's seminar on Tuesday, December 4th at 6:30 PM. It will be held at Prudential in Gardnerville. The address is:
1511 US Hwy 395-(the yellow building.)
All people who are interested are invited to come. There will be light snacks as well as my undevoted attention to any questions you may have regarding buying your first home.
Even if you have bad credit or little to no money for a down ...
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STAGE YOUR LISTINGS AND YOU COULD INCREASE YOUR SALARY $32K OR MORE PER YEAR - Nov 11 09:11 AM
STAGE YOUR LISTINGS AND YOU COULD MAKE $32,500 OR MORE ... PER YEAR!· The medianhome price in Reno/Sparks Wahsoe County is $332,000
· Staged homes bring in 3-10% over the listing price. This equates to an
equity gain of $9,960- $33,200 or an average of $21,580 per property.At 3% commission: $674 for youAt 2.5% commission: $540 for youIf you sold 2-4 homes per month at 3% commission: $1348 - $2696 for you
We are the largest staging company in our area. ...
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All this talk about Disclosures ... how do we know which to use and what they are for? - Nov 09 09:16 AM
The Nevada State Legislature directed the Real Estate Division of the State of Nevada Department of Business and Industry to prepare a Residential Disclosure Guide that was ready for the public by July 1st of 2006.
The Guide is fifteen pages in length and both Sellers and Buyers must sign an Acknowledgement of Receipt, although not the same one. The Introduction states, "While it is impossible to outline which disclosures are needed in every situation (as ...
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Networking in Nevada - Nov 05 12:02 PM
Anyone wanting to do professional networking in Las Vegas should know about Joel Jarvis. This guy (I think he's an insurance broker) started out publishing a list of weekly networking opps in town, i.e., referral exchange groups, mixers, chamber of commerce meetings, etc. Over time this little list has evolved into a pretty sophisticated website that has real value if you want to get out there and network. Here it is
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New predator lender law in Nevada - Oct 03 11:27 AM
New predator lender law
I heard "no-doc" loans are now illegal in Nevada ... is that true?
Effective October 1, 2007, Nevada amended its unfair lending practices and mortgage fraud provisions. The changes regarding low, or no document, home loans are vague resulting in temporary confusion in the loan industry. The language is seemingly simple,"...it is an unfair lending practice for a lender to knowingly or intentionally make a home loan, other than a reverse mortgage, to a ...
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Staging Class- Stage it...Sell it! - Sep 24 09:52 AM
Marketing a property is time consuming and expensive. In this market you have to think outside the box to create excitement for the property which will draw the buyer in. Staging can help you create that excitement! Buyers want to live in a beautiful home and staging provides them with the visual impact they need to make that connection with the home.
Mark your calendars October 10th for this FREE informative class on why you should be ...
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Growing Pains and Clark County School District - Aug 22 12:31 PM
It was reported on KLAS Channel 8 yesterday that the Clark County School Police have been given a larger jurisdiction, they are now allowed to patrol the streets. They are now allowed to enforce traffic laws which will hopefully cut down the number of speeders through school zones.
On a side note, with less than a week before school starts, the district still needs 18 new police officers and 393 new teachers. OUCH!
To View CCSD press ...
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Staging Class: Home Staging ..What is it and how does it work - Jul 18 12:35 PM
Staging class tomorrow!
Please be our guest... we will be presenting information about home staging. It's the newest marketing tool for Realtors and homeowners that want to get the best listing price and to get the home sold in the least amount of time. Television programs like HGTV have educated your sellers and buyers about this concept so come and learn how you can use it to get the SOLD sign posted! Seating is limited so call ...
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Staging Class: Home Staging ..What is it and how does it work - Jul 18 12:35 PM
Staging class tomorrow!
Please be our guest... we will be presenting information about home staging. It's the newest marketing tool for Realtors and homeowners that want to get the best listing price and to get the home sold in the least amount of time. Television programs like HGTV have educated your sellers and buyers about this concept so come and learn how you can use it to get the SOLD sign posted! Seating is limited so call ...
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Wild Horses for Adoption/Sale in Nevada - Jun 19 10:49 AM
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has rounded up wild horses and burros from public lands and is putting them up for adoption. Fire damaged habitat and drought have driven the animals into public lands causing headaches for managers and tourists. According to reports, the animals can be bid on starting at $125 in a silent bid. They have been medically treated for worms and vaccines, etc.To see the animals for preview visit: www.blm.gov/nv/st/en.htmlThe adoptors must ...
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Housing and Lending Meltdown. Cause and Effect? - Aug 07 07:00 PM
Not so long ago, or at least it seems that way, lets say 10 years. Applying for home loan took a common sense approach. The borrower met with the lender, the full factual credit report was pulled, and discussion concerning negative items addressed.
Most outstanding collections had to be paid prior to a loan closing.
Income and employment was verified, the file was reviewed by an underwriter, an actual human being, conditions were given prior to the ...
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Listed Green - the Green MLS for Energy Efficient Homes and Developments is Going Global - Dec 09 03:19 PM
Listed Green® Homes - the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) exclusively for Green, Energy Efficient, Sustainable Homes and Developments For Sale Worldwide.
Listed Green is the MLS for green, sustainable, energy efficient homes and developments worldwide. They screen the listings before they are placed on the website to assure the dwellings are indeed green and not just fake green. You know what I mean.
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From the Low $300's to High $600'sGreen Valley Lofts will be the first ...
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How Many Lives Will Be Harmed in Las Vegas From NOT Smoking This Year? - Jan 03 09:50 AM
That is the burning question! I guess the issue didn't hit me like a ton of bricks until we went to one of our favorite neighborhood gaming bar & grill joints last night.
You will see a little piece of paper posted in the picture above my son's head. It basically said "thank you for your patronage but we are forced to shut the restaurant down on January 13th".
Why I ask? Because of the smoking ban ...
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Great Schools in Las Vegas, NV - Feb 14 12:35 PM
U.S. News and World Report has rated 2008 public schools across the nation and SIX High Schools in the Clark County School District (CCSD) have received a Silver or Bronze status! They collaborated with Schoolmatters.com to determine the best schools.
Clark High School, located in the City of Las Vegas, was the only non-magnet school to receive an award. The other five award-winners included some of our exemplary magnet schools that provide specialized education for children with ...
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Increase in Washoe County’s Real Property Transfer Tax - Dec 18 03:34 PM
In an effort to provide funding for the Washoe County School District, The Nevada Legislature may consider the raising of our Real Property Transfer Tax as a way to provide the needed funds. Although I doubt anyone would disagree with the need to increase of funding for our Washoe County School District, is this really the best way to go about raising those funds? If the tax increase does go threw, how will the school district ...
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Mortgage Brokers fail to close 1/3 of their purchase loans for the month of August. - Dec 11 12:27 AM
In August, an estimated 33% of loans which were originated by mortgage brokers failed to close, and 57% of their customers were unable to refinance. The major reasons for these canceled transactions were due to home buyers and homeowners having sub prime credit. Sub prime homeowners found they could no longer refinance under their original term since many of the sub prime programs are no longer being offered. Those few homeowners that met loan qualifications, more ...
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Las Vegas Green Awareness Swimming Pool Tips - May 30 09:56 AM
It is officially pool season in the Las Vegas Valley!
Here are some green awareness tips to keep your swimming pool clean and save you some green!
Use a solar cover to keep water from evaporating and to keep it toasty warm at the same time. Rooftop solar heaters require you to circulate your pool constantly during daylight hours while solar covers do not require so much electricity. The pros are: saving electricity and water. Southern ...
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Jean NV Housing Proposed - Feb 14 06:00 PM
MGM Resorts owns 2 casinos on either side of the I-15 25 miles south of town. The future of the area holds a new airport to handle international and cargo flights currently landing at the McCarren Airport. Now MGM is looking to tear down the west side property and establish housing for employees and others in the immeidaite area. Nothing exisits today other than 2 casinos and a prison. MGMs anouncement will being what will undoubtedly ...
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Presentation June 22nd: Stage it...Sell it! - Jun 06 10:29 AM
Stage it...Sell it! Please be our guest... we will be presenting information about staging and why it has become the secret weapon of savvy Realtors and homeowners for selling homes in this SLOW market. If you want to get the best listing price and the home sold in the least amount of time don't miss this class! Stage it... Sell it! Friday, June 22nd 12:00-1:30 Lunch will be provided RSVP is required Hope to see ...
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CITY CENTER LAS VEGAS - Feb 02 05:21 PM
City Center, the 76-acre, $7 billion development on the Las Vegas Strip, is hoping to receive Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification. City Center boasts its use of environmentally friendly design and construction in this fabulous mixed-use development. City enter will include 18 million square feet of building space, which will make it the largest of all LEED-Certified structures in the United States. The attention recently to "green design" is a very important component of ...
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CITY CENTER LAS VEGAS - Feb 02 05:21 PM
City Center, the 76-acre, $7 billion development on the Las Vegas Strip, is hoping to receive Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification. City Center boasts its use of environmentally friendly design and construction in this fabulous mixed-use development. City enter will include 18 million square feet of building space, which will make it the largest of all LEED-Certified structures in the United States. The attention recently to "green design" is a very important component of ...
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Real Estate’s Dirty Little Secret… Prejudice - Apr 14 04:12 PM
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Las Vegas Condos News - Dec 15 11:37 PM
Get the latest news on luxury, high-rise, Strip, urban, downtown and mixed-use condominium developments in Las Vegas. Learn about new properties, check the progress of communities currently under construction. Get information about pricing, availability, floor plans and condominium updates at www.lasvegascondosblog.com.
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Las Vegas Nevada Area Real Estate Professionals Week in Review Ending 2/14/07 - Feb 14 07:58 PM
Here is a consumer based summary for contributors of Las Vegas Area Real Estate Professionals Active Rain Group for 2/07/2007 - 2/14/2007:
Renee Burrows: Economic Conditions for February 2007Renee Burrows: Foreclosures & Short Sales Deal or No Deal?Jacqulyn Rickey: Bark in The Park I have this on my calendar, maybe we can meet up if you will be there? I will also alert my Italian Greyhound Meetup club to this event. Thanks Jacqui!Brian Brady: Can the Middle Sized ...
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Diamonds in the Desert - Dec 08 04:41 PM
At the height of Summerlin, America's premier master-planned community, you'll discover a community of custom homesites that will forever change your prospective of Las Vegas. The Peak of living in Southern Nevada.Amenities include: Bear's Best Las Vegas golf course developed by Jack Nicklaus. Club Ridges will be a private community center designed exclusively for residents in The Ridges. Club Ridges will provide a haven for socializing among neighbors and friends with a well-equipped fitness room, resort ...
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What is happening in Reno, Nevada - Nov 05 02:21 PM
Whether you are living in Reno or are a visitor, these links will give you a good idea of what to do and when to do it while in Reno.
Enjoy!
http://www.renosparkschamber.org/calendar.htm
http://visitrenotahoe.com/datebook
You can find more Reno information on my website www.patriciajewett.com
Reno Pat
Patricia Jewett Realtor Prudential Nevada Realty
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Telling it like it IS..... - Nov 04 01:36 AM
This is a great article to help anyone here or elsewhere understand what is happening today in Las Vegas' property market. I leaned heaps !!! Meet the point man for foreclosures in Las Vegas.
Michael Krein, owner of Nevada Real Estate Services - Part I (interviewed by Brian Wargo - Review Journal) Whenever a member of the national or international media wants to know about foreclosures in Las Vegas, they call Michael Krein, president of the ...
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An Open Letter To David Gibbons With Zillow - Dec 29 04:06 PM
David Gibbons left this tidbit on an old blog of mine (Zillow Beta Bites):
I have read Christine's post. After reviewing the feedback of many thousands of Zillow users, I am convinced that consumers get it -- they understand that just like Kelly Blue Book has never seen your car, Zillow has never visited your home --so. a Zestimate is only a starting point, useful for research purposes but in no way a substitute for an opinion ...
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