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July 12, 2023

Pros and Cons of Buying a Home with Natural Lighting

natural lightingPros and Cons of Buying a House That Gets a Lot of Natural Light

For many people who are searching for their next home, natural light is important. A house that gets a lot of sunlight has significant advantages, but there can be too much of a good thing.

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July 7, 2023

How to Reduce Dust In Your Home

Dusting with SpongeHow to Reduce the Amount of Dust in Your Home

Breathing air that’s filled with dust can make life unpleasant, especially for people with allergies, asthma, or other respiratory problems. While you can’t completely eliminate dust from your house, there are ways to keep it to a minimum.

Give Your ...

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June 13, 2023

The 4-1-1 of Contingencies

The 4-1-1 of Contingencies

A word buyers and sellers should know is “contingency.”

And along with that, understand that just because a offer is accepted, doesn’t mean that the deal is going to go through.

How it works: A offer is made with the understanding, it is contingent on ...

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May 30, 2023

Using the Power of Paint to Sell Your Home

wall paint

Paint can make a tremendous visual difference in a home and is a fantastic way to change how the space looks and feels instantly. However, when you’re selling your home, selecting a neutral paint palette can help buyers better visualize themselves living there. As a result, choosing a neutral paint ...

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May 25, 2023

A Home Seller's Pre-Showing Checklist

White Room, Woman Tidying Up

When you’re selling your home, it may feel like you’re living in a space that is no longer yours. From people coming in and out, storing your treasured personal items and photographs, and always ensuring the house is show-ready, you may feel like you’re walking on eggshells until you accept ...

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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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April 18, 2023

7 Tips for Selling Your Home During the Summer Month

Valerie Brown, Las Vegas Realtor /Broker Salesperson

Summer means vacations, leisurely pool days and outdoor entertaining. Listing your home during the summer and keeping it in show-ready condition isn’t always ideal, but the effort will pay off when you accept the offer on your home. In addition, listing your home during the summer means you can capitalize ...

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April 5, 2023

How to Get the Most From Your Home Appraisal

by Valerie Brown, Realtor at Realty Edge

Whether you’re looking to sell or you are looking to refinance, getting ready for a home appraisal can be daunting if you have not been through the process before. Knowing what to expect and putting in a bit of elbow grease can help ...

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Feb. 17, 2023

5 Ways To Brighten A Room

5 Easy Ways to Brighten a Room

Do you have a room in your house that always seems dark no matter what? Perhaps it’s due to low ceilings or minimal windows. Maybe the walls are painted a darker color than you would like. Whatever the reason, don’t worry. Below are ...

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Jan. 29, 2023

NEVADA UTILITY BILLS ON THE RISE

Las Vegas residents face a harsh reality as their utility bills are set to rise significantly in 2023. NV Energy and Southwest Gas raised their rates. A 14.06% increase for NV Energy and a 4.8% increase for Southwest Gas. The rate hikes will cost residential customers an average ...

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