The coronavirus has depressed U.S. home sales, just as it has nearly every economic sector. Perhaps surprisingly, though, prices have remained fairly sturdy. Still, prospects for the housing industry will remain bleak until the outbreak subsides. The Associated Press spoke recently with Ralph McLaughlin, chief economist at Haus, which co-invests with buyers as an alternative […]
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A Surprising Shift to the ‘Burbs May Be on the Rise
While many people across the U.S. have traditionally enjoyed the perks of an urban lifestyle, some who live in more populated city limits today are beginning to rethink their current neighborhoods. Being in close proximity to everything from the grocery store to local entertainment is definitely a perk, especially if you can also walk to […]
Will the Housing Market Turn Around This Year?
Today, many people are asking themselves if they should buy or sell a home in 2020. Some have shifted their plans or put them on hold over the past couple of months, and understandably so. Everyone seems to be wondering if the market is going to change and when the economy will turn around. If you’re trying […]
Buffalo Wild Wings to Reopen Dining Rooms in Las Vegas
Craving wings? Buffalo Wild Wings will reopen its dining room Wednesday, May 27 at its Las Vegas valley locations as allowed by the state’s phase one recovery pan. All ten Southern Nevada locations will have 6-feet spacing between tables in the dining area in order to follow the CDC’s social distancing guidelines. Several high-touch point […]
6 Travel Stocks to Buy if the Industry Actually Recovers
Over the last few months, shares of cruise companies, airlines, hotels and casinos have plummeted as investors exit their positions for fear that it will take years for companies in the travel industry to recover, if they ever do. In fact, though he once said that you should be greedy when others are fearful, even Berkshire […]
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! The City of Las Vegas turns 115!
#HappyBirthdayLasVegas !!! That was probably the sentiment of mostly everyone today when it was realized that it was the entertainment capital’s 115th birthday! The city was officially founded on May 15, 1905 when more than 100 acres were auctioned to buyers. That land would eventually become known as downtown Las Vegas. All-day today, the City […]
Las Vegas Launches New TV Ad as Resorts, Casinos Prepare to Reopen: ‘A new Vegas for the New Reality’
As resorts prepare to reopen in the era of the coronavirus pandemic, tourism authorities here are pitching a “new Vegas for the new reality.” On Monday, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority and R&R Partners – the advertising company behind the “What happens here” campaign – launched a new 30-second television spot, reports the Reno Gazette Journal, which is part of the USA TODAY […]
Free Parking on Las Vegas Strip is Making a Comeback
The pandemic may have forced a shutdown of the Strip – but it’s also resurrected a relic of old Las Vegas: free parking. MGM Resorts, operator of a dozen properties in this gambling and entertainment capital, announced Monday the return of the treasured amenity. “MGM Resorts is updating many of our offerings as we prepare to welcome guests […]
Raiders Preseason Dates and Times Nearly Finalized
The San Francisco 49ers announced Friday they will be hosting the Raiders in Week 2 of the preseason on Aug. 21 at 7 pm at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The Raiders annouced earlier this week their two home preseason games at Allegiant Stadium will take place on Aug. 27 against the Arizona Cardinals […]
Preparing the palace: How an Iconic Las Vegas Casino Plans to Conquer Covid-19
At the heart of a nearly vacant Las Vegas Strip, Caesar’s iconic palace stands empty. The hotel’s doors are locked for the first time in its storied 54-year history. The casino floor is nearly as silent as its statues, save for the siren song auto-playing from a few slot machines echoing through the polished halls. It’s been […]
