Property managers work hard to ensure their residents are happy, the property looks good, and the books are balanced. Least to say, it's not always easy to stay on top of these requirements. Property management requires careful planning, effective delegation, and adopting technological tools - among others. To many people, property management comes naturally, while others have to acquire necessary...
Updating a kitchen can be among the most time-consuming and expensive renovations you’ll do to your home—and the most rewarding. Not only might a kitchen renovation help to improve your home’s overall value, it can also provide you and your family with a space that makes meal prep easier and entertaining a pleasure. But before you go all in on a renovation, there are a lot of decisions to...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of every four older adults falls every year. Of those falls, 20 percent are serious, resulting in a broken bone, head trauma, or a similar injury. And, falling once doubles one’s chance of experiencing another fall in the future. There’s no way to completely prevent falls, so it’s crucial to provide immediate help when a fall does...
For more years than we can remember Las Vegas has been only a city of casinos and grand hotels. But all that has changed with major sports franchises coming to the city. First it was the NHL, then soccer and basketball. Now the town that has always had sports betting is getting a NFL team, the Las Vegas Raiders. How will real estate benefit from an NFL franchise? Let’s investigate. Economic Success...
No fall chill is forecasted for the Las Vegas real estate market this year, which is a surprise to many due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Sales increased strongly and prices reached an all-time high (again!). Median prices are up. The median price of an existing home in the Las Vegas market reached $330,000 -- that’s a slight increase from June and an increase of 9 percent from July...
Buying a fixer-upper can save you a lot of money, but only if you're smart with your planning and budgeting. If you choose your house poorly or put too much money into expensive repairs, a fixer-upper can end up costing you more than a regular house. Here's how to make sure your property purchase and repair projects are successful. Know Where to Look for Houses Many people find fixer-uppers by looking at...
Whether you have a ranch-style home in Henderson, a condo in the Arts District or a spot on The Strip, you are sitting on a potential goldmine of profit. The Las Vegas area is hot for many reasons. It’s home to world-class casinos, close to majestic Red Rock Canyon and Hoover Dam and a burgeoning arts scene. Whether you’re planning to buy through Leading Vegas Realty or want to use your...
The pandemic has been going on for a year, now, and nothing is the same as it used to be that includes the real estate market. This year has brought a lot of changes – some of them good, others not so much, and among these radical changes are people’s preferences and priorities when it comes to the features they look for in a home. From space to amenities, how has the pandemic changed what people are...
In our increasingly complex times, homesteading has become a popular way to return to a simpler lifestyle, especially for many retirees. It’s a movement towards greater self-sufficiency and sustainable living. It can mean everything from growing your own food to going completely off-grid; depending on how self-sufficient you want to be, you can homestead almost anywhere. Are you ready to take the...
Living in a smart home is no longer a futuristic fantasy. Today, there are countless smart devices on the market with a variety of functions that help you save time and money. From smart speakers to update you on the news every morning to smart thermostats that allow you to warm up your home from your phone, there is a smart gadget for practically every need. These devices are endlessly useful, and now...