Many industries have been devastated by the economic shutdown caused by the COVID-19 virus. Real estate is not one of them. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist for First American, just reported: “Since hitting a low point during the initial stages of the pandemic, the only major industry to display immunity to the economic impacts of the coronavirus is the housing market. Housing […]
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Northern Nevada within 700 Jobs of Normal
The Carson City area has added back enough workers to be within 700 jobs of pre-COVID-19 employment levels. It’s a stark contrast to Southern Nevada. Though the state added 3,400 workers in September, the Las Vegas area has shed 129,700 jobs since September 2019, according to seasonally adjusted figures from the Department of Employment, Training […]
Las Vegas Sportsbooks Have Best NFL Sunday of the Season
You know you’re on a bad run when you seem to lose every game in historic fashion. Bad beats are painful. But an ordinary loss by the Rays in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series stung their backers a bit more than usual Friday when they heard that the Astros were only the […]
Orionid Meteor Showers in Pre-dawn Hours Will Be Best Wednesday
Nevada residents can see the remains of Halley’s Comet in the Orionid meteor shower that peaks in the early hours of Tuesday and Wednesday. Space.com calls the showers the “cosmic litter” that was left behind by the comet, which was last seen in 1986 and will return in 2061 on its regular 76-year journey around the […]
MGM Resorts Welcoming Back Live Entertainment to Las Vegas Strip
After nearly eight months since live entertainment temporarily closed because of the pandemic, MGM Resorts announced Tuesday it will slowly begin bringing shows back to its Las Vegas Strip properties. The company plans to reopen seven shows starting on November 6 with new safety protocols. The following will return Nov. 6: David Copperfield, Carrot Top, […]
All About Las Vegas
Las Vegas has long been a favorite destination, constantly evolving with new and engaging experiences. Although things have changed a bit this year, Vegas is still the place where everything is brighter, bolder, and more exciting; where you can immerse yourself in all the glowing metropolis has to offer. From new resorts to the best […]
Local Las Vegas Gamblers Are Bright Spot For Off-Strip Casinos
On a Friday afternoon in mid-October in Nevada, gamblers are trying their hand at Lady Luck on a row of video poker machines. There’s so much action that a line forms at the bank of 12 machines. But these gamblers are not at the Wynn, Treasure Island, the Venetian—they’re in a Smith’s grocery store nine miles from the […]
6 Reasons You’ll Win by Selling with a Real Estate Agent This Fall
There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional when selling your house. During challenging times, like what we face today, it becomes even more important to have an expert you trust to help guide you through the process. If you’re considering selling on your own, known in the industry as a For Sale […]
Do You Have Enough Money Saved for a Down Payment?
One of the biggest misconceptions for first-time homebuyers is how much you’ll need to save for a down payment. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t always have to put 20% down to buy a house. Here’s how it breaks down. A recent survey by Point2Homes mentions that 74% of millennials (ages 25-40) say they’re interested in purchasing a home […]
New Details Unveiled for Las Vegas Atari-Inspired Hotel
GSD Group partnered with architecture and design firm Gensler. The first two hotels will open in Las Vegas, Phoenix, Arizona, with more to come in Austin, Chicago, Denver, San Francisco, San Jose and Seattle. The hotels will include an eSports studio, an Atari gaming playground, meeting and event rooms, co-working spaces, restaurants, bars, a bakery, […]
