How to Know If You Should Fire Your Property Manager
That’s a tough topic, huh? As Property Managers ourselves here in Las Vegas, it seems like this article might sound like it goes a little against our own interests. Or . . . does it? Actually no. Because we firmly believe that if we’re not doing a great job managing your rental properties, then maybe […]
So You Want To Live In Las Vegas . . .
We SO don’t blame you. Even though it’s one of those cities that when you tell people that’s where you’re from, they’ll respond with comments like “Oh sure, but where are you from originally?” (Because…. Las Vegas isn’t a real place?) Or with the ever favorite “You mean people actually live in Las Vegas?!!” (Said […]
Test Your Las Vegas Home for Radon and Carbon Monoxide Exposure
It doesn’t matter if you own your own home or rent, there are some things that may affect our lives that cross that ‘homeowner’ barrier. Two of those things can be serious health hazards, so we believe everyone should be aware of them: Radon and Carbon Monoxide. Actually, most people have probably heard far more […]
WHAT BUYERS SHOULD LOOK FOR DURING A HOME INSPECTION
“You can’t judge a book by its cover.” You’ve heard that one, and you’ve probably discovered that it’s a pretty good thing to remember. We apply that idea to things we buy, and even extend that phrase to people (how many of your very best friends would seem like “non-conformists” to others?) And the same […]
About The Top Selling Master Planned Communities in Las Vegas
Earlier this year, the list of the 20 Top Selling Master Planned Communities for 2016 was released by research firm RCLCO, and to no one’s surprise, two extraordinary Las Vegas area master planned communities were included on that list – and you don’t even have to go past #7 to find them. Clocking in at […]
How to Know You’re Hiring the Right Realtor®
“How hard can it be to hire a realtor?” That’s a good question, but often people don’t give a lot of thought to the answer. And to be honest, it’s not hard to ‘hire’ one – but hiring one who is going to do what is needed to either find or sell a property for […]
“What Do You Mean It Sold Already?”
See that headline? We hear that a lot from homebuyers – and unfortunately, it happens all the time. Especially here in Las Vegas, or in any popular real estate market, really. Potential homebuyers are out shopping for their next home. They see several in a short span of time, and then that little quirk of […]
Owning Income Property Might Be Easier Than You Think
Do you know the difference between owning income property and being a homeowner? In many cases, the only thing that separates the two is your mindset. That may sound odd, but often it’s simply shifting your outlook from an “I can’t do that” to a “Why not?” frame of mind. Here in Las Vegas, a lot […]
Our Offer Got Accepted! What Happens Next?
It’s like winning the lottery, right? You’ve searched and searched, and finally found the house you love. You put in an offer, you hope it’s good enough, you prayed that the seller liked you best . . . and just like that, all your worries disappear! The seller accepted your offer and you’re thrilled! Woo-hoo! […]
How to Decide Between a New Home or a Resale Home
The minute you start thinking it might be time to move into a new home – or at least “new” to you – how to choose between a home that’s “new” or “used”? How do you actually go about making that decision? In our opinion as experienced Realtors®, there are definitely pros and cons to […]