Best Property Management Company in Las Vegas, Henderson and Summerlin
Best Property Management Company in Las Vegas, Henderson and Summerlin
It’s been a decade since the great recession hit Nevada. As we start the new year of 2018, the state’s economy overall remains in recovery mode, with the majority of related metrics remaining below their peaks in 2006 and 2007. Looking forward, we can expect continued steady, incremental growth of the economy in the Silver…
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Going the “For Sale by Owner” route is a tempting alternative to hiring a real estate agent to sell your home. After all, listing agents charge a commission for their work that can eat into your own profits. So why not try to save money by selling your home yourself? Here’s why: There are some major risks with going FSBO,…
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While you save up your down payment, take these 5 steps to get you closer to closing. For renters planning to buy a home, preliminary steps like creating a budget and saving for a down payment are obvious. Here are five more advanced steps toward moving out of your rental and into a dream home of your…
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From mortgage points to PMI, unlock the essential info about how homeownership affects your tax burden. Hours after we closed on our first house, my husband and I sat in our empty new living room and stared at the walls. He was the first to speak, saying simply, “I thought it was painted.” We learned…
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When you’re trying to make your offer as attractive as possible, skipping the inspection may seem like a good idea. Here’s why it’s not. If you’re buying a home in a competitive market and your offers keep getting beat out, you may be tempted to resort to desperate measures. In addition to offering more than…
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Buying in a hot house market is sometimes inevitable, but you can save money by avoiding these mistakes. But don’t let the fear of tough competition send you into a panic. Avoid falling into one of these traps when shopping in a hot real estate market, and you’ll likely save yourself some money (and a…
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Selling a home is an exciting time in the brisk market found in many parts of the U.S. You stage your home and prepare for the first weekend of double digit home showings. You review the multiple offers you received, trying to pick the best one-with the terms that fit your next move and the…
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Buying a home is a daunting process for anyone. With so much fine print to read, options to consider and decisions to make, it’s no wonder we often hire somebody to help us with the process. If you’re self-employed, you might face even more challenges with loans, deductions and more. There are many ways to…
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These are costs you’ll probably never see on a lender’s checklist, but they represent real money — sometimes large amounts of it. 1. Improvements Even if your home is in great shape or brand new on the date of purchase, there will probably be things you want to change to make it uniquely yours. New…
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Ugly paint colors? Treadmill in the kitchen? Creepy family portraits in every room? Don’t let it bug you. In 15 years of real estate, I can honestly say that I’ve seen it all. Toilet seats up in listing photos, shag carpet covered with dog hair, bedrooms doubling as marijuana growing centers, and avocado green appliances from…
Read MoreOwning a home is a keystone of wealth… both financial affluence and emotional security.