When was the last time you hopped in your car to start your home search? Most home buyers today just pick up their phones to instantly view properties all around the country — no car required. Each year, new tech changes the way that we interact with the world. Here are just a few of […]
A Few Hidden Gems in Paradise, NV
Living in Vegas can be a lot of fun. Mostly known for the Strip, Paradise, Nevada is an unincorporated community neighboring Las Vegas. This not-so-quiet community has a lot going for it, from hit casinos and glamorous hotels to a huge number of exciting restaurants. Paradise has a lot to offer OFF the beaten path […]
What is FIRPTA and Buyer Beware?
Las Vegas Real Estate and FIRPTA Many Las Vegas and Henderson real estate transactions are subject to FIRPTA due to foreign investors selling their U.S. real estate. Our recent recovery in year 2011 through 2013 introduced many foreign investors to owning real estate in the United States. Now, with substantial gains to be realized with a […]
Downsizing Your Home? Use These Tips to Plan Your Move
Maybe the thought of moving to a smaller, low-maintenance home has only briefly crossed your mind, or maybe you’re seriously considering downsizing. But before you trade your too-large house in for, say, a cozy condo downtown, there are a few things to consider. Downsizing requires quite a bit of planning: You may need to figure […]
5 Family Friendly Activities Around Henderson, NV This Fall
Las Vegas Outdoors. Six Great Activities to Consider.
Best know for the lights on the Strip, not many outside of the lucky locals know that Las Vegas has a great outdoor scene. There are literally hundreds of ways to fly, bike, hike or ride across the vast landscape surrounding the Strip. With such a beautiful and dramatic backdrop, the greater Las Vegas area […]
The Essentials for Entertaining Big in a Small Home
With the holiday season approaching, many homeowners are starting to plan get-togethers with friends or family. While entertaining can be more of a challenge in a smaller home, it’s not impossible to host a memorable dinner party with your loved ones if you’re working with limited space. Here are a few tips for throwing a […]
5 Home Staging Mistakes That Frighten Buyers Away
Halloween is just around the corner. For many homeowners, that means carving pumpkins, hanging up Halloween decorations, and stocking up on fun-sized candy. But if you’re a homeowner who is thinking about selling this fall season, you might be preparing your home for buyers instead of trick-or-treaters. Home staging is a crucial part of home […]
6 Ways to Save Money for Your First Home
For many first-time home buyers, the idea of a 20% down payment is terrifying. It’s one of the biggest obstacles to homeownership. Maybe you want to own a home someday, but the thought of saving up thousands of dollars for a home purchase has deterred you from seriously considering it. Believe it or not, it […]