Getting a mortgage. If you’re like most people buying a home in Las Vegas, you’re going to need a mortgage loan – but people are disapproved every day. Check out the five things that can ruin your chances of getting a mortgage loan here. 5 Things That Can Ruin Your Chances of Getting a Mortgage Getting a mortgage. For the vast majority of people, buying a home in Las Vegas hinges on one very important thing: getting a mortgage. Do you know your chances of getting a mortgage? If you can’t get a mortgage, there’s a good chance that you can’t buy a home. So what can cause a lender … Continue reading...
Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report May 2022
Las Vegas real estate has been on a wild ride for quite some time. Therefore, it may come as no surprise that there were many curveballs for Las Vegas real estate in May 2022. Las Vegas real estate - rising or falling? Las Vegas real estate is rising or falling depending upon how you look at it. Some segments have been rising faster than others. In the general Las Vegas real estate market, we see houses rising over 25% in the last year. However, we see Las Vegas condos rising nearly 40% in the last year. Las Vegas real estate - what's hot and what's not? It really depends upon the … Continue reading...
Summerlin Real Estate Market Update May 2022
The Summerlin real estate market is showing some interesting changes for May 2022. Read below to see region by region what is occurring in the Summerlin real estate market. Summerlin Real Estate Market For the Summerlin area, May had some unique changes. First, the Summerlin real estate market showed both more houses and condominiums available at the end of the month. Available houses increased by 37%, condos by a whopping 89%. Sales were down by 12% for houses and 17% for condos. Average sales prices were down by 10% for houses, but up by 6% for condos. Summerlin Hills Real Estate … Continue reading...
7 Big Mistakes Veterans Make When Buying a Home in Las Vegas
There are 7 big mistakes veterans make when buying a home in Las Vegas. Check out the seven common mistakes that many vets make so you can avoid them. 7 Big Mistakes Veterans Make When Buying a Home in Las Vegas If you've never bought a home before, or if it's been a while since the last time you did, there are 7 big mistakes veterans make when buying a home in Las Vegas that you should avoid: Not working with a REALTOR® who understands veterans benefits Not getting preapproved for a mortgage Not knowing how much your VA loan can cover Not looking into all your housing … Continue reading...
7 Hot Tips for Staging Your Primary Bathroom
If you’re selling a home in Las Vegas, you need to know these 7 hot tips for staging your primary bathroom. Staging is the process of preparing a home for sale. It includes decluttering, cleaning, and making simple changes or updates to the home in order to make it more appealing to potential buyers. Home staging is important because it can help your home sell faster and for a higher price. In a competitive market, any advantage you can give your home is important. Your bathroom is a particularly important room to stage – so here’s what you need to know. 7 Hot Tips for Staging Your Primary … Continue reading...
Selling Your Las Vegas Home
Selling your Las Vegas home - Avoiding the 7 mistakes Selling your Las Vegas home is something one needs to be very careful of. There are 7 common mistakes to avoid. Mistakes that can cost you tens of thousands of dollars – even more. Therefore, let’s take a quick look at the 7 mistakes to avoid in selling your Las Vegas home. Don't step over dollars to pick up pennies First, let’s learn the adage “don’t step over dollars to pick up pennies”. Far too many folks try to cut corners thinking they can save money. In fact, what they end up doing is losing 10 to 100 times more than … Continue reading...
Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report – April 2022
The Las Vegas Real Estate Market Report for April 2022 is continuing to show the signs predicted here before. We see a big shift occurring in many regions of the Las Vegas valley. Activity remains constant across all areas of Las Vegas. Whether it is Spanish Trails, Southern Highlands or Cottonwood Terrace. We notice it in areas such as Peccole Ranch, Summerlin, Rhodes Ranch, Mountains Edge, and Henderson. Perhaps most surprising are the condominiums in Las Vegas and Henderson. From gated communities to homes with golf course views. Even homes near the soon to be built Durango … Continue reading...
5 Simple Bedroom Improvements That Could Bring in Higher Offers
When you are selling a home, it's the little things that count. Check out these five simple bedroom improvements that could bring you higher offers. 5 Simple Bedroom Improvements That Could Bring in Higher Offers If you’re selling a home in Las Vegas, your real estate agent will most likely talk to you about improvements you can make around the house to bring in higher offers – and some of them may be in the bedroom. And so here's a quick list of five easy improvements you may be able to make: Revitalized lighting Half-empty closets Neutral paint An upgraded … Continue reading...
5 Signs it’s Time to Move into a Condo in Las Vegas
If you’re thinking about buying a condo in Las Vegas, you’re not alone – but how do you know when it’s time? Watch for these five signs. 5 Signs it’s Time to Move into a Condo in Las Vegas If you’re like many people, you’ve entertained the idea of buying a condo in Vegas for a while. However, many are never sure it’s the right time. How can you tell you’re ready, and is it the right decision? Check out these five signs it’s time to sell your current home and buy a condo in Las Vegas: You’re tired of home maintenance Your home doesn’t fit your lifestyle You’re too far from all the … Continue reading...
Durango Station Coming Soon!
What is the new Durango Station, where will it be located, and how will it affect real estate in the area? This guide explains. Durango Station: Coming Soon Off the Strip Station Casinos just broke ground on a new casino in Spring Valley, and given the company’s track record, the area around the brand-new Las Vegas attraction will become highly desirable when it comes to real estate. The company plans to complete the Durango Station by late 2023, and it’s slated to feature 200 rooms and suites. Further, it is designed with about 20,000 square feet of meeting and convention space, the … Continue reading...