If you’re a first-time homebuyer, or you’re selling your current home but don’t have a lot of equity built up, saving 10 or 20% (or even 5%) of the value of your next home can seem like a tall order. Fortunately, you may have another option. Federal Housing Administration (FHA) to the rescue FHA-backed mortgages…
There are currently 260 homes for sale in the Las Vegas 89084 zip code, which includes the master planned community of Aliante. Located in North Las Vegas, this 1,905-acre community includes a mix of homes, retail and dining centers, plus 428 acres dedicated to recreational and public use. Nestled where the desert meets the foothills,…
Once a property is sold at foreclosure or when the property is sold as a short sale, there will be a remaining deficit of what is owed to the lenders who are holding any mortgage debt. While state laws may affect what constitutes as deficiency, usually it will be the difference between the original loan…
Do you want potential buyers to see your beautiful hardwood floors, granite countertops and custom built-in bookcases? Well, they won’t if you have furniture, knick knacks, and piles of stuff covering every square inch. Indeed, clutter can (and probably will) drive buyers right out your front door. You don’t need to throw things out (although…
Imagine lying awake at night listening to your brand new Las Vegas golf course home cracking or needing to replace the roof on your new home even before you replace its light bulbs. This isn’t a science fiction thriller – this is reality for some homeowners of newly-built homes. The scenario doesn’t stop there –…
There are currently 298 homes for sale in the Las Vegas 89128 zip code, which includes the master planned community of Desert Shores. Desert Shores was developed in 1988 by RA Homes, in the northwest valley near the desert foothills. Its 3,351 homes vary in sizes from one-bedroom condominiums to large custom homes (with private…
The other day I wrote about the first 5 questions you should ask when buying your new Las Vegas Condo. Here are the other 5. Question # 6: Has the condo unit been professionally inspected? It’s a good idea to include a contingency clause in your purchase offer for a profession inspection (you don’t want…
Think buying a condo is easy? Think again. When you’re buying a condo, there might actually be more to consider than when you’re buying a home. Just knowing what to look for (and ask) can be a challenge. Hiring a good Las Vegas real estate agent and asking the right questions is a start, so…
If you’re a first-time home buyer or looking to upgrade to your dream home, there are 10 steps you’ll want to complete before you even start looking at listings of Las Vegas homes for sale. Step #1: Figure out how much Las Vegas home you can afford. Figure out how much money you make and…
Hiring a real estate agent can be a confusing process, especially if you are new to the market and don’t already have someone you know and trust lined up to help. Yet whether you’re selling a Las Vegas home or buying a new one the right Las Vegas agent can make all difference. When deciding…
