Thanks to DIY resources on YouTube and home improvement websites, more homeowners are getting their hands dirty with DIY home improvements. Completing your own repairs and renovations is a smart way to save money and hone your skills, especially when it comes to small jobs like fixing a leaky sink. However, there are some repairs that are best left to the pros if you want to avoid wasting money, damaging...
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...
If you’re looking for ways to get your investment portfolio up and running, real estate is a good place to start, especially here in Las Vegas. Not only can it provide you with additional income each month, but it can also teach you a lot about investing in general. However, short-term and long-term rental properties in Las Vegas both come with their own unique share of risks and challenges. To help...
Disputes over pets between landlords and tenants are practically unavoidable. This is probably why so many tenants prefer to get a cat or dog without letting their landlords know or without paying the required deposit. In 2019, renters in Houston had abandoned over 40 exotic petsafter moving out, including chinchillas, hedgehogs, chameleons and a gecko. While all of these were pretty safe, a tiger was...
Buying a house can be complicated if you're not familiar with how real estate transactions work. There are formalities. There are contracts. There are title searches with serious legal implications involved. For many busy, non-realtors who just want to buy a house and get settled in, hiring a real estate agent just makes sense. But with over 2 million real estate agents active and practicing in...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...