What is the special meaning of Thanksgiving?
What is the true meaning of Thanksgiving? We often ask ourselves that question. When we do think about Thanksgiving, we think about being in a warm home with family, friends, food, laughter and fun. Thanksgiving is the one time of the year that everyone comes together to give thanks and show appreciation by spending time […]
Low inventory in Las Vegas is driving up home prices
The lack of resale housing available in Las Vegas has caused all out-frenzy to buy, perpetuating a steady increase in pricing over the past year. The GLVAR (Greater Las Vegas Association of Realtors) reported earlier this month that the median price of single-family homes is up almost 14% since September 2011, and some sources […]
WHAT IS AB284 AND HOW IS IT AFFECTING THE LAS VEGAS HOUSING MARKET?
The assembly bill known as AB284 became effective 10-1-11 and dramatically reduced the number of foreclosure filings in Nevada. Just as a disclaimer, we’re not attorneys and don’t even pretend to explain nor understand the whole of the law. To put it as simply as possible, the bill requires lenders to file an affidavit regarding the possession […]
Solar Lighting for Your Yard
One of the simplest, most economical and also eco-friendly ways to provide lighting in your yard is to use solar lights. Solar lights can bring ambiance to your home and yard for all those summer parties and back yard entertaining. There are a wide variety of solar lighting options on the market that can help […]
Memorial Day Picnic Menu Ideas!
Memorial Day is usually spent watching the latest blockbuster film, but it is also a great time of year to get outside and celebrate the nice weather. Depending on where you live you may be able to plan a traditional picnic with blanket and basket, or maybe just bring the idea of summer inside. But […]
SELLING SHORT? NOW IS THE TIME TO SELL YOUR HOME!!
SELLING SHORT? NOW IS THE TIME TO SELL YOUR HOME!! Needing to short-sale your home? NOW Is the time! Buyers are abundant and available properties are scarce. In addition, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have just announced new SHORTENED timelines for short-sale decisions and a couple of the major banks are changing their processes to […]
Buying a house, sight unseen?
Never before today in my real estate career have I encountered so many folks who are buying property, sight unseen. In today’s busy, busy world of real estate purchases, more and more out of state and foreign buyers are wanting to invest in the Las Vegas housing market. I personally think NOW NOW NOW is the time […]
Is it possible to obtain home financing after short sale or a foreclosure?
As Realtors, one of the first things we do is make sure the buyer in our car has the ‘ability’ to buy: either they have cash funds to purchase, or they need financing. Buyers who’ve had a short sale or a foreclosure often think it’s the end of the road for them…. that due to their impaired […]
Buy a house TODAY !!
Wow! What a time to buy a house! Do you realize that today’s interest rates are below 5%? This is an incredible time to buy! If you’re renting for $1,000 per month, at today’s rates, you could spend that same $1,000 on OWNING a $200,000 home. Call New Home Resource today and let us help […]
I may already be sold!!
Just because there’s a sign in the yard doesn’t mean it’s available!! Or in your price range. Or that it offers the number of bedrooms you need. Or the square footage you’re looking for. If there’s a particular area or neighborhood you like, ask your Realtor to show you all of the AVAILABLE homes […]