Second Home

Oct. 3, 2023

10 Home Features That Turn Luxury Buyers Away in Las Vegas

These Are the 10 Home Features That Turn Luxury Buyers Away

Luxury Las Vegas Home

 

As a luxury broker and real estate agent in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, I've had the privilege of working with discerning buyers who have specific expectations when it comes to their dream homes. Understanding what ...

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May 18, 2023

What To Know about Purchasing a Second Home

two homes made of wood

Deciding whether to acquire a second home, whether for recreational purposes or as a means to generate rental income, entails a substantial financial commitment. With two mortgages to cover and two sets of property taxes to address, the expenses and advantages associated with homeownership will amplify. Here's a guide ...

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May 16, 2023

Volcker Hike in 81 & Real Estate Got Done

1980s housing

What can we learn from the past? Volcker Hike in 81 & Real Estate Got Done, but it was no fun.  What does 2023 and beyond hold?

“History Doesn't Repeat Itself, but It Often Rhymes" - Mark Twain

The housing market is currently facing significant challenges, with rising mortgage ...

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Dec. 13, 2022

Uncertainty in Real Estate - What You Need to Know!

 

Let's talk about the current real estate market and address some of the complexities and challenges that we are currently facing in today's economy. Recession, inflation, high-interest rates, layoffs, and a declining housing market; are words you've become all too familiar with in this 2nd ...

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Dec. 16, 2021

Buy Vs. Rent in Las Vegas: Which One Should You Choose?

Marker Drawn House on Clear board

 

According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Las Vegas is one of the best places to live in the U.S., especially for those looking for an affordable home. The city's real estate market has grown by a staggering 223.54% over the last decade. The market caters to ...

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May 31, 2020

Home Buying Season May Be Much Hotter Than Expected

Here's Why

Until recently, the prognosis for the housing market wasn't great. With the economy in a free fall, home sellers swiftly took down their "For Sale" signs and many would-be home buyers chose to wait out the coronavirus pandemic. The pause button was pushed on the normally ...

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July 1, 2017

What is a 1031 Exchange?

What is a 1031 Exchange?          

poster 1031 Exchange, key, for sale sign, piggy bank.

By Valerie Brown

Have you heard of a 1031 Exchange?  A transaction involving a 1031 Exchange is a way the tax code allows you to sell your investment property, buy a new investment property, and defer all of the ...

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