Buying Las Vegas Foreclosures

Buying Las Vegas Foreclosures

Due to the mortgage crisis that our country faced over the last several years, there are continually more and more foreclosure properties that are being put up for sale everywhere you turn.  Of course, this can be very tempting for homebuyers as people can sometimes get properties for 30% or even less on the dollar. However, if you are … [Read more...]

Calling All Las Vegas Empty Nesters!

Calling All Las Vegas Empty Nesters!

"We’re not getting any younger honey!"  Have you heard this one before?  You may be getting to that age now where the kids are either close to finishing college, finding full time jobs and picking up a sweet rental, or finally tying the knot.  There may still be one 20 something year old lingering around for longer than expected, and you … [Read more...]

Attention Las Vegas College Grads!

Attention Las Vegas College Grads!

If you’re approaching the end of your college career, you may be starting to consider some potential options for employment.  Since the current job market isn’t the best, so many students are getting their degrees only to go back to working in a position like serving tables. Unless graduates move onto either a masters or doctorate program … [Read more...]

Does the seller have to disclose a home’s history when you’re buying “as-is?”

Sellers Real Property Disclosure Form

Personally, I think that buying a resale home has a lot of similarities to buying a used car.  All the models you find on a lot are one of a kind.  They're in different condition, maybe have had their carpets cleaned and a fresh coat of paint and the salesperson will tell you it's a "cream puff." Smart buyers insist on a CarFax, which will … [Read more...]

Las Vegas Housing Statistics as of May 6, 2012

Las Vegas Housing Statistics as of May 6, 2012

Everyone interprets information differently, some people like wordy descriptions, others like charts.  No matter what your preference is, here’s the newest data available regarding Las Vegas Real Estate. … [Read more...]

Las Vegas House Hunting Ground Rules

Las Vegas House Hunting Ground Rules

Does May find you looking for a home to call your own? In Las Vegas' current bargain-rich real estate market, you’ll find that you’re not alone! If it’s been a while since you last house-hunted (or if it’s your first time out), it’s important to go over some basics. A real estate agent or broker who lists a property is usually working … [Read more...]

What Las Vegas Mortgage Applicants Needed to Know

What Las Vegas Mortgage Applicants Needed to Know

For credit-worthy Las Vegas homebuyers, getting a mortgage can be a walk in the park…or a nerve-wracking nightmare. The difference usually has to do with those ubiquitous Credit Reports – the ones TV commercials want to send you for free (at which point they will try to sell you not-so-free monthly services). Anyone who has ever been stalled … [Read more...]

The Psychology Edge in Las Vegas Real Estate

The Psychology Edge in Las Vegas Real Estate

When you choose the Las Vegas real estate agent who will be your home-marketing partner, you are choosing someone who will need to fill many roles: marketer, stager, tour guide, negotiator. And don’t leave out another role -- psychology major! To build our kind of successful track record, a real estate agent needs to study and understand the … [Read more...]