Every year, households across the country make the decision to rent for another year or take the leap into homeownership. They look at their earnings and savings and then decide what makes the most financial sense. That equation will most likely take into consideration monthly housing costs, tax advantages, and other incremental expenses. Using these […]
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Casino Owner Derek Stevens Sees Fortune in Future For Las Vegas
Las Vegas casino owner Derek Stevens is taking a bullish approach to the city’s economic recovery after Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak revealed a plan to loosen capacity limits and restrictions starting Monday. Sin City has fallen on hard luck before and is currently limping along at a fraction of the foot traffic for business, far […]
Southern Nevada Housing Market Starts Year With Prices Still Rising
A report released Monday by Las Vegas REALTORS® (LVR) shows the local housing market started 2021 with home prices still rising and the housing supply still shrinking. LVR (formerly known as the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS®) reported that the median price of existing single-family homes sold in Southern Nevada through its Multiple Listing Service […]
Turn to an Expert for the Best Advice, Not Perfect Advice
As we approach the anniversary of the hardships we’ve faced through this pandemic and the subsequent recession, it’s normal to reflect on everything that’s changed and wonder what’s ahead for 2021. While there are signs of economic recovery as vaccines are being issued, we still have a long way to go. It’s at times like […]
Fall in Love with Las Vegas
Las Vegas is the place to love and be loved this February. The destination’s romantic world-class restaurants, blissful spas, unique attractions and picturesque wedding chapels will set the mood for the perfect lovers’ rendezvous. As love fills the air this Valentine’s Day, Las Vegas has all the answers to help you and your beloved soar […]
What Record-Low Housing Inventory Means for You
The real estate market is expected to do very well in 2021, with mortgage rates that are hovering at historic lows and forecasted by experts to remain favorable throughout the year. One challenge to the housing industry, however, is the lack of homes available for sale today. Last week, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) released their Existing Home Sales Report, which […]
What Happens When Homeowners Leave Their Forbearance Plans?
According to the latest report from Black Knight, Inc., a well-respected provider of data and analytics for mortgage companies, 6.48 million households have entered a forbearance plan as a result of financial concerns brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s where these homeowners stand right now: 2,543,000 (39%) are current on their payments and have left the program […]
Nevada Economy Poised for Strong Recovery
Nevada’s top economic development official said the state’s economy is primed for a strong recovery after the pandemic, saying “we should row towards that Gatbsy-esque green light.” Michael Brown, director of Gov. Steve Sisolak’s Office of Economic Development, said Tuesday that the state has responded to small businesses’ call for help with relief grants over […]
City of Las Vegas Partner for $6.9 Million Workforce Training Center
The College of Southern Nevada and city of Las Vegas are partnering to create a new workforce training center in the city’s historic westside. CSN said in a press release that the new center will “help train unemployed and under-employed residents who have not had viable pathways to careers with family-sustainable wages.” “Workforce training is […]
Las Vegas-Area Housing Market Ties Record For Median Sales Price in January 2021
A report released Monday by Las Vegas Realtors (LVR) shows the local housing market started 2021 with home prices still rising along with a shrinking housing supply. LVR reported that the median price of existing single-family homes sold in Southern Nevada through its Multiple Listing Service (MLS) during January held steady at $345,000 – matching […]
